SCHNEIDER AS-B809-016 (Modicon 800/984 Series 16‑Point 230VAC Discrete Input Module)
June 01, 2026

SCHNEIDER AS-B809-016 (Modicon 800/984 Series 16‑Point 230VAC Discrete Input Module)

Product Description The AS-B809-016 is a 16‑point discrete AC input module for Modicon 800/984‑series PLC racks. It reads 230VAC field devices (limit switches, pushbuttons, relay contacts) and converts them to PLC logic levels.

Description

Model Definition

  • AS: Modicon Automation System component

  • B809: 16‑point 230VAC discrete input module

  • 016: 16 points, 2 groups × 8 points/common

Technical Specifications

  • Points: 16 input channels (2 groups × 8 points/common)

  • Input Voltage: 160–260VAC continuous, 47–63Hz

  • Max Input Voltage: 260VAC (continuous); 300VAC (10s); 400VAC (1 cycle surge)

  • ON Threshold: 112–148VAC (Rₛ≤1kΩ)

  • OFF Threshold: 0–90VAC (Z=0Ω)

  • Input Current (ON): 8.5mA typical @ 230VAC

  • Response Time: OFF→ON: 7ms max (5ms typical); ON→OFF: 18ms max (12ms typical)

  • Isolation: 1000VDC channel‑to‑backplane

  • Power Consumption: +5V 42mA, +4.3V 1mA, -5V 15mA

  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C

  • Storage Temperature: −40°C to +70°C

  • Humidity: 5%–95% non‑condensing

  • Protection Class: IP20

  • Weight: ≈1.08kg (2.38 lbs)

Interface & Configuration

  • Backplane: Modicon 800/984‑series I/O bus

  • Terminals: Screw terminals (16 inputs, 2 common lines)

  • Indicators: LED status per channel (ON when active)

  • Fusing: External fusing recommended

  • Mounting: DIN rail or 19‑inch rack

  • Wiring: 0.5–2.5mm² copper wires

Core Functions

  • 230VAC Signal Sensing: Directly reads European‑standard AC input devices

  • Grouped Isolated Commons: 2 isolated groups for flexible grounding

  • High Surge Withstand: 400VAC 1‑cycle surge capability for noisy environments

  • LED Status Indication: Quick visual diagnostics per channel

  • High‑Density Inputs: 16 points in one slot for space efficiency

Application Scenarios

  • Systems: Modicon 800, 984, 300‑series PLCs, legacy SY/MAX systems

  • Industries: Manufacturing, process control, material handling, packaging, textile

  • Use Cases: 230VAC limit switches, pushbuttons, relay contacts, sensor outputs

Compatibility

  • Racks: Modicon 800/984/300‑series 8/11‑slot backplanes

  • CPUs: AS‑984B‑128, PC‑E984‑685, AS‑9370‑001

  • Software: Concept, ProWORX 32, P190


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