ABB 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D Digital Output Unit

ABB 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D – Digital Output Unit

The ABB 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D is a Digital Output Unit, essential in industrial automation and control systems. It serves as an interface that converts logical signals from control systems (like PLCs or DCSs) into actionable electrical outputs to operate field devices.

Product Description

The 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D is designed to reliably switch ON or OFF external devices in harsh industrial environments. It translates binary control signals into electrical outputs that activate or deactivate actuators such as motors, solenoids, indicator lights, relays, and valves. This functionality is fundamental for executing automated processes with precision, efficiency, and safety across a variety of industries including manufacturing, energy, and utilities.

Key Features

• Digital Switching Capability
  Supports multiple digital (binary) output channels to control field devices.

• Reliable Output Control
  Delivers consistent and dependable switching for connected equipment.

• Industrial Durability
  Built to withstand temperature variations, mechanical vibration, and electrical noise typical in industrial environments.

• Seamless System Integration
  Fully compatible with ABB automation systems, such as AC500 PLCs and DCS platforms.

• Status Indicators
  LED indicators on the unit show real-time channel status, aiding diagnostics and troubleshooting.

• Safety and Protection Features
  May include short-circuit protection, overcurrent protection, and open-load detection to protect connected devices.

• Ease of Installation
  Designed with user-friendly screw or spring terminals for simplified field wiring.

Technical Specifications

(Note: Specific data for part number 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D may require official ABB documentation. Below are standard characteristics of ABB digital output modules.)

• Manufacturer: ABB

• Product Type: Digital Output Unit

• Part Number: 216AB61 HESG324013R101/D

• Number of Channels: Typically 4 to 32 (e.g., 8, 16, or 32 channels)

• Output Type: Relay, transistor (NPN/PNP), or push-pull

• Output Voltage: Common values include 24 VDC, 48 VDC, 120 VAC, 240 VAC

• Output Current: Typically ranges from hundreds of mA to several amps per channel

• Electrical Isolation: Galvanic isolation between control logic and field outputs

• Response Time: Typically in the millisecond range

• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C

• Mounting Type: DIN rail mounting

• Diagnostics: Wire break, short-circuit, overload detection (depending on model)