Description

The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 is an enhanced analog output module designed for integration into ABB’s AC 800M high-performance controller family, forming a critical component of the company’s IndustrialIT extended automation system. This advanced eight-channel module delivers precision analog signal generation for controlling field devices in demanding process automation applications. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 serves as a vital interface between digital control systems and analog actuators, converting digital commands into accurate 4-20 mA current loops and 0-10 V voltage signals with exceptional reliability. Engineered for continuous process industries, this second-generation module offers improved performance characteristics for controlling control valves, variable speed drives, positioners, and other analog-controlled final elements in critical processes.

As part of ABB’s evolving IndustrialIT system architecture, the ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 represents the company’s commitment to technological advancement and system integration excellence. The module features eight independent, individually configurable output channels that support both current and voltage operation, providing maximum application flexibility. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 incorporates enhanced signal conditioning and advanced isolation technologies that ensure clean, stable output signals even in electrically challenging industrial environments. Its robust design maintains high channel density while offering improved diagnostic capabilities and operational reliability compared to its predecessor.

The module’s design emphasizes enhanced operational performance and maintenance efficiency, featuring comprehensive diagnostic capabilities that monitor output channel status, signal integrity, and module health. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 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	AO810V2 3BSE038415R1
Manufacturer	ABB
Product Type	Analog Output Module (Enhanced Version)
Number of Channels	8 channels
Output Types	4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10 V
Resolution	16-bit
Accuracy	±0.05% of full scale (current), ±0.1% of full scale (voltage)
Update Time	8 ms per module (all channels)
Load Capacity	Current: 0-1050 Ω, Voltage: ≥ 2 kΩ
Power Supply	5 V DC (via backplane)
Power Consumption	1.1 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, SIL 2

Main Features and Advantages

The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 delivers superior signal quality and precision through its enhanced 16-bit digital-to-analog conversion technology, providing exceptional output generation accuracy for critical process control applications. Each channel is individually configurable for current or voltage output, offering maximum flexibility to accommodate specific actuator requirements without requiring different module types. The module incorporates advanced signal conditioning with improved filtering algorithms and output smoothing capabilities, ensuring minimal noise and stable analog signals even in electrically noisy environments. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 features comprehensive diagnostics including enhanced wire break detection for current outputs, short-circuit protection for voltage outputs, and sophisticated open load detection, significantly enhancing system reliability and protecting connected field devices.

Enhanced system integration and diagnostic capabilities: The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 offers seamless integration with ABB’s Control Builder engineering environment, providing intuitive configuration tools, extended diagnostic features, and real-time monitoring capabilities. The module’s advanced diagnostic suite includes detailed output value monitoring, enhanced wire break detection, precise overload indication, and temperature monitoring with predictive maintenance capabilities. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 supports PROFIBUS DP-V1 communication for superior diagnostic capabilities and parameter handling. This enhanced integration ensures optimal performance in complex automation systems where precise control and coordination between multiple process variables are critical for operational excellence.

Operational reliability and advanced functionality: The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 is engineered for maximum operational reliability with robust protection features including advanced reverse polarity protection, overvoltage protection, and enhanced electromagnetic compatibility meeting the latest industrial standards. The module’s optimized compact design maintains high channel density while improving thermal performance and operational stability. The front-mounted removable terminal block ensures secure wiring and facilitates easier maintenance without disturbing adjacent modules. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 also supports advanced hot-swapping capabilities in redundant system configurations, enabling maintenance and replacement without system shutdown, significantly enhancing system availability and reducing maintenance costs in continuous process applications.

Application Field

The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 finds extensive application in advanced process automation systems requiring high-accuracy analog control across various industries. In oil and gas facilities, the module is deployed for precision control of control valves in refining processes, pipeline operations, and offshore production systems where exact flow, pressure, and level control are essential for safety and operational efficiency. The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 is also utilized in chemical processing plants for advanced reactor control, distillation column optimization, and sophisticated 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 AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 for enhanced control applications in thermal, hydroelectric, and nuclear power plants. The module provides superior 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 AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 controls consistency regulators, pressure screens, and other analog devices that maintain product quality and process efficiency. The module’s enhanced accuracy and stability make it particularly valuable in these applications where consistent process performance and product quality are paramount.

The ABB AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 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 AO810V2 3BSE038415R1 delivers the enhanced 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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