Description
Product Model: ABB DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1
Product Brand: ABB
Product Series: ABB Industrial I/O Modules / AC 800M Controllers
Product Features:
- Precision analog input module for ABB control systems
- Converts field signals into digital process data
- Compatible with ABB AC 800M and DCS platforms
- Rugged design for demanding industrial environments
Applications & Industry Context
In modern industrial automation, accurate analog signal acquisition is critical. The ABB DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1 provides high-fidelity analog input conversion for process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level.
Industries like oil & gas, chemical, power generation, metals, and pulp & paper rely on modules like the DSAI130D to provide real-time, reliable data. In refineries, the module monitors temperature and flow sensors, enabling precise control over distillation and cracking operations. In power plants, it captures temperature and pressure signals from turbines and boilers, feeding them into control loops for safe and efficient operation.
Because the DSAI130D integrates seamlessly with ABB’s AC 800M platform, it allows operators to upgrade their system I/O capacity without requiring major infrastructure changes, ensuring reliability and scalability in mission-critical operations.
Technical Features & Benefits
The ABB DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1 offers a combination of precision, durability, and system compatibility:
- High Accuracy: Ensures precise conversion of analog signals to digital data for optimal process control.
- System Compatibility: Fully compatible with ABB AC 800M and DCS platforms, reducing integration effort.
- Durable Design: Operates reliably under high temperatures, vibration, and electrical noise.
- Diagnostics: Built-in monitoring detects irregularities in signals or module performance.
- Ease of Replacement: Rack-mounted, plug-and-play design allows quick hot-swappable replacement.
- Long Lifecycle Support: Supported by ABB’s global spare parts and service network.
These features make the DSAI130D an essential component for stable, high-performance automation systems.
Product Role & System Fit
The ABB DSAI130D functions as an analog input module in ABB distributed control systems. It converts signals from field devices into digital data that the central processor can use for monitoring, control, and alarm management.
Rack-mounted and integrated into ABB’s modular backplane architecture, the module provides easy replacement and system expansion capabilities. Its role in the system is crucial — without reliable analog input, process control loops cannot operate accurately.
The DSAI130D is compatible with other ABB I/O modules, ensuring seamless communication with digital output, analog output, and communication interface modules, forming a complete process control solution.
Technical Specifications Table
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Product Model | ABB DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1 |
Brand | ABB |
Series | AC 800M / Industrial I/O Modules |
Module Type | Analog Input |
Function | Converts analog signals to digital data |
Signal Types | 4–20 mA, 0–10 V, and other standard analog signals |
Channels | Multiple input channels (configuration-dependent) |
Diagnostics | Built-in monitoring and fault detection |
Mounting | Rack-based |
Hot-Swappable | Yes |
Operating Temperature Range | -20 °C to +70 °C |
Applications | Oil & gas, chemical, power, metals, pulp & paper |
Installation & Maintenance Insights
Installing the ABB DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1 is straightforward. The module slides into ABB AC 800M racks, connecting securely to the backplane. Once installed, it automatically communicates with the system processor.
Hot-swappable capability allows for replacement without halting operations, a significant advantage in continuous-process industries.
Best practices include:
- Ensuring proper grounding and shielding of input wiring to prevent noise interference
- Monitoring diagnostic outputs regularly to identify early issues
- Keeping rack and module clean from dust and corrosion
- Verifying firmware compatibility when replacing or upgrading the module
Following these practices ensures long-term reliability and reduces unexpected downtime.
- DSAI130D 3BSE003127R1
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