Siemens West 6600 1/16 DIN Plastics Controller provides high quality control in applications requiring a heater break function or soft-start for process warm up. Heater current can also be displayed, removing the need for a separate ammeter.
The West 6600 controller is designed for applications that require precise temperature regulation, heater break detection and soft‑start functionality. It offers full PID control with pre‑tune, self‑tune, manual tuning or on‑off modes, and can display heater current directly on the front panel.
The unit supports configurable inputs (thermocouple, RTD, impedance) and a range of output options including relays, SSRs, triacs and retransmit modules. Communication is available via 2‑wire RS485 with selectable Modbus or West ASCII protocols. The controller operates from 100‑240 V AC (or optional low‑voltage supplies), meets CE, UL & ULe approvals and is rated for 0‑55 °C operation, IP66 behind‑panel protection, and 20‑95 % RH non‑condensing environments.
| Control Types | Soft Start, Auto/Manual |
|---|---|
| Maximum Outputs | 4 total (max 2 control, max 3 alarms, max 1 retransmit) |
| Input Types | 3‑Wire RTD, Thermocouple |
| Communication | 2‑wire RS485, 1200‑9600 baud, Modbus or West ASCII selectable |
| Power Supply | 100‑240 V AC 50/60 Hz 7.5 VA (optional 20‑50 V AC 7.5 VA / 22‑65 V DC 4 W) |
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | 0‑55 °C, 20‑95 % RH non‑condensing (storage –20‑80 °C) |
| Approvals | CE, UL & ULe |
It supports 2‑wire RS485 communication with selectable Modbus or West ASCII protocols, operating at 1200‑9600 baud.
The controller can provide up to four total outputs: a maximum of two for control, up to three for alarms, and one for retransmit functions.
It can be powered from 100‑240 V AC 50/60 Hz (7.5 VA) or, optionally, from 20‑50 V AC (7.5 VA) or 22‑65 V DC (4 W).
It operates from 0 °C to 55 °C, with storage temperatures from –20 °C to 80 °C, and humidity from 20 % to 95 % non‑condensing; it has IP66 protection behind the panel.