
Siemens 6ES7590-0CA00-0AA0 Active Backplane Bus Component Details
This component serves as a protective slot cover for the active backplane bus within the SIMATIC S7-1500 and ET 200MP series. It ensures mechanical fixation on the mounting rail while providing essential electrostatic discharge protection for unused slots.
Quick Facts
- Part number
- 6ES7590-0CA00-0AA0
- Brand
- Siemens
- Category
- I/O Modules
- Product type
- Active backplane bus
- Lifecycle
- Active Product
- Dimensions
- 16.2 x 13.4 x 4.00 cm
- Net weight
- 0.001 Kg
- Source category
- Active backplane bus
Product Overview
The Siemens 6ES7590-0CA00-0AA0 is an active backplane bus accessory designed specifically for the SIMATIC S7-1500 system architecture. It functions primarily as a slot cover to maintain system integrity during operation.
This component provides critical protection against electrostatic discharge while ensuring secure mechanical fixing on the standard S7-1500 mounting rail. Unused slots in the configuration must be covered to comply with operational standards.
Technical Review Notes
- Product classification identifies this item as an active backplane bus component within the broader automation technology sector.
- The lifecycle status is recorded as an Active Product, indicating current manufacturing and support review details for integration projects.
- Physical dimensions are listed as 16.2 cm in length, 13.4 cm in width, and 4.00 cm in height for spatial planning.
- Net weight is documented at 0.001 Kg, allowing for precise load calculations within the overall rack assembly structure.
- Packing units consist of 5 individual slot covers, facilitating bulk installation requirements for larger distributed I/O configurations.
- The design supports both ESD protection and mechanical stability, ensuring reliable performance in industrial automation environments.
Model Identification
- Brand attribution links this component directly to Siemens, a recognized leader in industrial automation and control systems globally.
- The specific part number 6ES7590-0CA00-0AA0 allows for unique identification within the SIMATIC ET 200MP product family catalog.
- Normalized part number formatting removes hyphens for database consistency, resulting in 6ES75900CA000AA0 for technical record keeping.
- Category placement under I/O modules reflects its functional role in supporting the physical structure of input/output stations.
Technical Parameters
| Product type | Active backplane bus |
|---|---|
| Lifecycle | Active Product |
| Dimensions | 16.2 x 13.4 x 4.00 cm |
| Net weight | 0.001 Kg |
| Source category | Active backplane bus |
Parameters are factual source fields retained for model review.
Parameter Review
- Source parameter review confirms the component belongs to the Automation technology domain, specifically within the SIMATIC ecosystem.
- Detailed dimensional analysis shows compact packaging requirements, fitting standard rack profiles without interfering with adjacent module slots.
- Weight verification indicates minimal mass contribution, which does not significantly impact the overall structural load of the rail.
- Packing quantity assessment suggests that multiple units are required for complete slot coverage in extensive I/O setups.
- Functional specification highlights the dual purpose of static protection and mechanical retention for empty bus interface positions.
Catalog Classification
Image & Label Review
- Visual inspection should confirm the presence of the Siemens branding and the specific alphanumeric part code on the label.
- Physical condition checks must verify that the slot cover is free from visible damage or deformation affecting fitment.
- Dimensional accuracy can be assessed by comparing the physical object against the recorded 16.2 x 13.4 x 4.00 cm specs.
- Packaging integrity should be reviewed to ensure all five units are present and protected during transit and storage.
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Inquiry Preparation
- Project document review should identify all unused slots in the SIMATIC S7-1500 rack requiring this specific backplane bus cover.
- Quantity calculation must account for the five-unit packing size to determine the total number of packages needed.
- Technical specification alignment ensures the selected component matches the mechanical and electrical requirements of the ET 200MP station.
- Submission details should include the exact part number 6ES7590-0CA00-0AA0 to facilitate accurate processing of the inquiry request.
Category Context
This item falls under the primary category of I/O modules, serving as a structural accessory rather than a signal processor.
It is nested within the SIMATIC ET 200MP sub-category, indicating its specific application in distributed I/O systems.
The active backplane bus classification denotes its role in maintaining electrical continuity and physical stability within the rack assembly.
Review Notes
- Verify that the submitted model matches the active product lifecycle status to ensure ongoing support and documentation access.
- Cross-reference the normalized part number with internal databases to confirm accurate identification and avoid request discrepancies.
- Ensure that all unused slots in the target configuration are planned for covering to meet ESD protection standards.
- Confirm that the packing unit quantity aligns with the total number of slots requiring coverage in the project design.



