URA-0016X-8 – Unitronics AO16,0~10VDC,12Bits,18R

Why Choose the Unitronics URA-0016X-8 Analogue Output Module?

The Unitronics URA-0016X-8 is a high-density analogue voltage output module designed for the UniStream Remote I/O platform. It provides sixteen 0–10 V analogue outputs, enabling PLC controllers to regulate drives, actuators and process instrumentation across distributed industrial automation systems.

As part of the UniStream modular remote I/O architecture, the URA-0016X-8 allows engineers to expand analogue control capacity while placing I/O modules closer to machinery and process equipment. This reduces installation wiring complexity and improves system flexibility across manufacturing environments.

The module features a compact 12 mm DIN-rail slice design, providing high output density within control panels. Its rugged industrial design and wide operating temperature range make it suitable for demanding automation applications.

Key Advantages

• 16 analogue voltage outputs for high-density automation control.
• Designed for the Unitronics UniStream Remote I/O system.
• 0–10 V analogue signals suitable for drives, valves and instrumentation.
• 12-bit analogue resolution for accurate process regulation.
• Compact DIN rail slice module optimised for control panel installations.
• Supports distributed PLC architectures to reduce field wiring.

Key Features

• Analogue voltage output module for UniStream remote I/O systems.
• 16 single-ended analogue output channels.
• 0–10 V DC output range.
• 12-bit analogue conversion (approx. 2.44 mV per bit).
• 24 V DC field supply (18–32 V operating range).
• Removable terminal block connections for field wiring.
• DIN rail mounting for industrial control cabinets.
• Status LED indicators for module diagnostics.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Unitronics
• Series: UniStream Remote I/O (URA)
• Model: URA-0016X-8
• Module type: Analogue voltage output module
• Number of outputs: 16 channels
• Output signal: 0–10 V DC
• Resolution: 12-bit analogue output
• Conversion time: up to 450 µs (all channels)
• Supply voltage: 24 V DC nominal (18–32 V range)
• Load resistance: minimum 2 kΩ
• Connection type: removable terminal block
• Mounting: DIN rail slice module
• Module width: approx. 12 mm
• Operating temperature: −40 °C to +60 °C
• Application: Industrial analogue voltage control

Industrial Automation and Process Control

Analogue voltage outputs are widely used in industrial automation to regulate equipment requiring continuous control signals. Devices such as variable frequency drives, actuators and proportional control valves rely on stable analogue outputs to maintain precise machine operation.

Within UniStream remote I/O architectures, modules like the URA-0016X-8 allow PLC systems to distribute control signals across machines or production lines while maintaining centralised monitoring and control.

Typical Applications

• Variable frequency drive control.
• Industrial machine automation systems.
• Process control and instrumentation.
• Proportional valve and actuator regulation.
• Distributed PLC automation installations.

Trusted by Automation Engineers

Unitronics UniStream remote I/O modules are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders to build scalable distributed control systems.