ABB AI562 1TNE968902R1102 Analog Input Module

The ABB AI562 (1TNE968902R1102) Analog Input Module is an advanced input interface unit designed to integrate seamlessly with ABB’s AC500 series programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It provides analog signal acquisition with HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) communication support, making it ideal for modern industrial automation environments that require both process data acquisition and intelligent device communication.

The AI562 module is purpose-built for industries that utilize smart field devices, offering users the capability to not only measure standard analog signals (such as 0–10 V or 4–20 mA) but also to communicate bi-directionally with HART-enabled sensors and transmitters. This adds significant value in terms of diagnostics, device calibration, and real-time monitoring. Its design is rugged, compact, and energy-efficient, suitable for long-term operation in harsh industrial environments.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

The ABB AI562 module is particularly suited for industries that integrate intelligent field instrumentation along with traditional analog sensors. Key application areas include:

• Oil and Gas: HART-enabled transmitters for pressure and flow measurement in hazardous zones.

• Chemical Processing: Integration with temperature and pH sensors offering diagnostics via HART.

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Centralized monitoring and remote configuration of field sensors.

• Power Generation: Analog and HART signal collection from turbines and boilers.

• Food & Beverage Automation: Sensor-driven control loops requiring traceability and communication.

• Pharmaceutical Industry: Smart process analytics and HART-compliant quality control instrumentation.

Product Advantages

• HART Communication Support: Communicate with smart transmitters for diagnostics, status monitoring, and parameter setting without extra wiring.

• Versatile Input Handling: Handles both 0–20 mA and 4–20 mA input signals across 8 channels.

• High Accuracy: Ensures precision signal processing with a 12-bit resolution and ±0.1% FS accuracy.

• Compact and Scalable: Space-saving design allows for dense installation in modular control cabinets.

• Channel-to-System Isolation: Ensures operational safety and prevents signal interference.

• DIN Rail Mounting: Standardized installation simplifies engineering and wiring.

• No External Power Supply Required: Draws power directly from the AC500 backplane.

• Environmentally Robust: Designed to operate under extreme temperatures and industrial humidity levels.

• Diagnostic Capability: Built-in status reporting helps detect channel errors or connection faults.

• Future-Ready: Compatible with modern Industry 4.0 practices through intelligent device integration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Does the AI562 support HART on all channels?

   Yes, the AI562 supports HART communication on all 8 analog input channels.

2. What kind of field devices can I connect to AI562?

   You can connect 4–20 mA analog transmitters, including HART-compatible pressure, flow, and level sensors.

3. Can the AI562 be used in hazardous locations?

   While it is rugged, deployment in hazardous zones may require certified enclosures and additional intrinsic safety barriers.

4. Is the module powered externally or through the system?

   The AI562 receives its power via the backplane from the AC500 CPU module.

5. What software is used to configure this module?

   ABB Automation Builder is used for configuration, HART device integration, and diagnostics.

6. Is calibration required before operation?

   No, the module is factory-calibrated. However, periodic validation is advised in regulated industries.

7. Can the module work with non-HART devices?

   Yes, the AI562 also supports standard 4–20 mA analog inputs from non-HART sensors.

8. What happens if one input channel fails?

   Built-in diagnostics will detect the failure and report it to the controller software.

9. How is the wiring connected to the module?

   Wiring is connected using removable screw terminals for ease of maintenance and installation.

10. What protection features are built into the AI562?

    The module includes over-voltage and short-circuit protection, and electrical isolation to protect the controller.