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Siemens 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0 AFDiS FISCO Field Barrier for PROFIBUS PA

Name: Siemens 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0
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Siemens AFDiS FISCO field barrier for PROFIBUS PA / Foundation Fieldbus H1.

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ManufacturerSiemens

Part number6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0

Type Active Field Distributor (AFDiS)

Protocol PROFIBUS PA, Foundation Fieldbus H1

Spur Lines 6 (short-circuit proof, intrinsically safe)

Features Bounce protection, integrated repeater, auto-termination

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Intrinsically safe spur lines Bounce protection logic Integrated bus repeater Automatic bus termination Support for line and ring topology IP66 degree of protection Suitable for hazardous areas

Product description

The Siemens 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0 is an Active Field Distributor (AFDiS) FISCO field barrier designed for PROFIBUS PA and Foundation Fieldbus H1 networks. It features 6 short-circuit-proof and intrinsically safe spur lines with bounce protection logic. This field barrier integrates a field bus repeater and offers automatic bus termination for both line and ring topologies, making it suitable for extended temperature ranges.

This device is ideal for hazardous or demanding environments where intrinsically safe (IS) communication is required. It is widely used in process industries such as oil and gas, chemical plants, and pharmaceuticals, enabling reliable data transmission from field instrumentation to the control system.

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Technical specifications

Type	Active Field Distributor (AFDiS)
Protocol	PROFIBUS PA, Foundation Fieldbus H1
Spur Lines	6 (short-circuit proof, intrinsically safe)
Features	Bounce protection, integrated repeater, auto-termination
Topology	Line, Ring
Protection	IP66
Temperature Range	Extended

Common applications

Oil and Gas

Chemical processing

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Petrochemical plants

Power generation

Water and wastewater treatment

Compatible systems

PROFIBUS PA networks Foundation Fieldbus H1 networks IS field instruments Hazardous area installations

Also known as

Siemens AFDiS FISCO 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0 field barrier PROFIBUS PA field distributor

Replaces / compatible with

Replaces older passive field distribution methods and provides intrinsically safe connections for field devices in hazardous locations.

Technical note

Expert tip

The bounce protection logic is crucial for ensuring reliable communication on the PROFIBUS PA segment, especially in noisy industrial environments.

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Frequently asked questions

What makes the Siemens 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0 intrinsically safe?

The Siemens 6ES7157-0AG83-0XA0 is intrinsically safe due to its design, which limits the electrical energy that can be stored or released in the spur lines, preventing ignition in explosive atmospheres. It also features short-circuit protection on each of the 6 spur lines.