Description

The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 is a high-performance analog output module designed for integration into ABB’s AC 800M high-end controller family, specifically for use in the company’s IndustrialIT extended automation system. This advanced eight-channel module provides precise analog signal generation for controlling field devices in demanding process automation applications. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 serves as a critical interface between digital control systems and analog actuators, converting digital commands from the controller into accurate analog output signals including 4-20 mA current loops and 0-10 V voltage signals. Engineered to meet the rigorous requirements of continuous process industries, this module delivers exceptional accuracy and reliability for controlling control valves, variable speed drives, positioners, and other analog-controlled final elements.

As part of ABB’s comprehensive IndustrialIT system architecture, the ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 exemplifies the company’s commitment to precision engineering and system integration excellence. The module features eight independent, configurable output channels that can be individually set for current or voltage operation, providing maximum flexibility for diverse application requirements. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 incorporates advanced signal conditioning and isolation technologies that ensure clean, stable output signals even in electrically noisy industrial environments. Its robust design and high channel density make it ideal for space-constrained applications while maintaining the performance and reliability that ABB systems are known for worldwide.

The module’s design emphasizes both operational performance and maintenance efficiency, featuring comprehensive diagnostic capabilities that monitor output channel status, signal integrity, and module health. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 supports hot-swappable operation in redundant system configurations, ensuring continuous operation during maintenance activities. With its seamless integration into ABB’s Control Builder engineering environment, the module simplifies configuration, commissioning, and troubleshooting processes, reducing engineering time and maximizing system availability in critical process automation applications.

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	AO810 3BSE008522R1
Manufacturer	ABB
Product Type	Analog Output Module
Number of Channels	8 channels
Output Types	4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10 V
Resolution	15-bit plus sign
Accuracy	±0.05% of full scale (current), ±0.1% of full scale (voltage)
Update Time	10 ms per module (all channels)
Load Capacity	Current: 0-1050 Ω, Voltage: ≥ 2 kΩ
Power Supply	5 V DC (via backplane)
Power Consumption	1.2 W (typical)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 85°C
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Isolation	500 V AC (channel to channel, channel to bus)
Connection	Front-mounted removable terminal block
Safety Standards	UL, cUL, CE, ATEX, IECEx

Main Features and Advantages

The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 delivers exceptional signal quality and precision through its advanced 15-bit digital-to-analog conversion technology, ensuring accurate output generation for the most demanding process control applications. Each channel is individually configurable for current or voltage output, providing maximum flexibility to match specific actuator requirements without needing different module types. The module incorporates sophisticated signal conditioning with advanced filtering and output smoothing, minimizing noise and ensuring stable analog signals even in electrically challenging environments. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 features comprehensive diagnostics including wire break detection for current outputs, short-circuit protection for voltage outputs, and open load detection, enhancing system reliability and protecting connected field devices.

Enhanced system integration and diagnostics: The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 offers seamless integration with ABB’s Control Builder engineering environment, providing intuitive configuration tools, comprehensive diagnostics, and real-time monitoring capabilities. The module’s extensive diagnostic features include output value monitoring, wire break detection, overload indication, and temperature monitoring, enabling predictive maintenance and reducing unexpected downtime. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 supports PROFIBUS DP-V1 communication for enhanced diagnostic capabilities and parameter handling. This integration ensures optimal performance in complex automation systems where precise control and coordination between multiple process variables are critical.

Operational reliability and flexibility: The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 is designed for maximum operational reliability with robust protection features including reverse polarity protection, overvoltage protection, and electromagnetic compatibility meeting industrial standards. The module’s compact design and high channel density optimize control cabinet space while maintaining excellent thermal performance. The front-mounted removable terminal block ensures secure wiring and facilitates easy maintenance without disturbing adjacent modules. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 also supports hot-swapping in redundant system configurations, allowing maintenance and replacement without system shutdown, significantly enhancing system availability and reducing maintenance costs in continuous process applications.

Application Field

The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 finds extensive application in process automation systems requiring high-accuracy analog control across various industries. In oil and gas facilities, the module is deployed for controlling control valves in refining processes, pipeline operations, and offshore production systems where precise flow, pressure, and level control are essential for safety and efficiency. The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 is also utilized in chemical processing plants for reactor control, distillation column optimization, and batch process management, providing precise analog signals to final control elements that maintain critical process parameters within tight tolerances.

Power generation facilities employ the ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 for critical control applications in thermal, hydroelectric, and nuclear power plants. The module provides precise analog signals to govern turbine controls, feedwater regulation systems, and combustion controls that ensure efficient and safe power generation. In pulp and paper manufacturing, the ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 controls consistency regulators, pressure screens, and other analog devices that maintain product quality and process efficiency. The module’s high accuracy and stability make it particularly valuable in these applications where consistent process performance and product quality are paramount.

The ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 is also extensively used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and water treatment applications where precise analog control is required for regulatory compliance and quality assurance. In each application, the ABB AO810 3BSE008522R1 delivers the precision, reliability, and flexibility needed to implement sophisticated control strategies while maintaining the high performance and integration capabilities expected from ABB’s IndustrialIT automation systems.

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