ABB AO815 Analog Output Module

Overview

The AO815 is an 8-channel analog output module, designed to deliver reliable unipolar analog signals for industrial automation systems. With features like cyclic self-diagnostics, HART pass-through functionality, and a robust mechanical design, it ensures high performance in demanding environments.

Key Specifications

• Article Number: 3BSE052605R1
• Signal Specification: 4–20 mA
• Number of Channels: 8
• HART Support: Yes (point-to-point communication only)
• SOE (Sequence of Events): No
• Redundancy: No
• High Integrity: No
• Intrinsic Safety: No
• Mechanics: S800

Detailed Technical Data

• Resolution: 12-bit
• Channel Isolation: Groupwise isolated from ground
• Under/Over Range: -12.5% / +15%
• Output Load: Max. 750 Ω
• Error: Max. 0.1%
• Temperature Drift: Max. 50 ppm/°C
• Input Filter (Rise Time 0–90%): 23 ms (max. 4 mA), 12.5 ms
• Update Cycle Time: 10 ms
• Current Limiting: Short circuit-proof, current-limited output
• Max. Field Cable Length: 600 meters (656 yards)
• Rated Insulation Voltage: 50 V
• Dielectric Test Voltage: 500 V AC
• Power Dissipation: 3.5 W (typical)
• Current Consumption (5 V): Max. 125 mA
• Current Consumption (24 V): Max. 165 mA (external)

Diagnostic Features

• Front LEDs: Fault (F), Run (R), Warning (W), Output Status (O)
• Supervision:
  • Module Error: Output power low, Output transistor failure
  • Channel Error: Open circuit (for currents >1 mA)
• Status Indication:
  • Module Error
  • Module Warning
  • Channel Error

Environmental and Certification Standards

• CE Mark: Yes
• Electrical Safety: EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1, EN 61010-2-201, UL 61010-2-201
• Hazardous Location:
  • C1 Div 2 cULus
  • C1 Zone 2 cULus
  • ATEX Zone 2
• Marine Certification: BV, DNV, LR
• Operating Temperature: 0 to +55°C (32 to +131°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F)
• Pollution Degree: 2 (IEC 60664-1)
• Corrosion Protection: ISA-S71.04: G3
• Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)
• Protection Class: IP20 (IEC 60529)
• Mechanical Operating Conditions: IEC/EN 61131-2
• EMC Compliance: EN 61000-6-4, EN 61000-6-2
• Overvoltage Categories: IEC/EN 60664-1, EN 50178
• RoHS: Compliant (DIRECTIVE/2011/65/EU)
• WEEE: Compliant (DIRECTIVE/2012/19/EU)

Mechanical Dimensions

• Width: 45 mm (1.77”)
• Depth: 102 mm (4.01”), 111 mm (4.37” including connector)
• Height: 119 mm (4.7”)
• Weight: 0.21 kg (0.46 lbs.)