ABB NGDR-02C 61353356D Drive Board

The ABB NGDR-02C (Part No. 61353356D) is an advanced drive control board designed for integration into ABB’s modular ACS800 and DCS800 series of industrial drives. This board functions as the heart of the drive’s control system, managing real-time regulation of motor performance including speed, torque, and voltage, while also overseeing protection features and communication with external systems.

Its robust, compact design is engineered to meet the high-performance requirements of modern industry, offering reliable control under demanding operating conditions. With embedded signal processing capabilities and feedback integration, the NGDR-02C enables precise motor behavior, efficient energy usage, and minimal system downtime.

As part of ABB’s industrial automation ecosystem, the NGDR-02C contributes to system efficiency, safety, and scalability in heavy-duty motor applications across manufacturing, energy, marine, and infrastructure sectors.

Technical Specifications

Applications

The ABB NGDR-02C drive board is suitable for a wide range of industrial motor control and automation environments, where consistent, real-time performance is critical. It is commonly deployed in:

• Steel and Rolling Mills – For speed and torque control of large motors in high-load environments.

• Paper and Pulp Plants – Enables precision control in continuous processing machinery.

• Crane and Hoisting Equipment – Synchronizes heavy load movement with safety interlocks.

• Marine Propulsion Systems – Controls marine drives with built-in protections against overload.

• Mining and Cement – Used in conveyor belts, crushers, and mills requiring high torque.

• Oil & Gas Industry – Supports pump and compressor operation in harsh field conditions.

Advantages

• Precision Drive Control: Provides advanced motor regulation using multiple feedback types.

• Enhanced System Protection: Real-time detection of faults helps prevent damage to motors or systems.

• Compact Modular Design: Easily installed or replaced inside compatible ABB drive units.

• Wide Feedback Support: Works with encoder, resolver, and voltage feedback for enhanced adaptability.

• Integrated I/O Channels: Flexible analog and digital input/output for versatile control schemes.

• Scalable Integration: Seamlessly works with industrial protocols via ABB interface modules.

• Industrial-Grade Durability: Built to endure electrical noise, vibration, and wide temperatures.

• Efficient Maintenance: Quick diagnostics via LED indicators and compatibility with ABB tools.

• Field-Tested Reliability: Trusted in mission-critical applications worldwide.

FAQs

1. What is the primary function of the NGDR-02C?

It manages drive control operations including speed, torque, protection, and feedback regulation in ABB drives.

2. Which ABB drive series is this board compatible with?

It is designed for use with the ACS800 and DCS800 series.

3. Does it support encoder or resolver feedback?

Yes, it supports multiple types of feedback including encoder, resolver, and tachometer.

4. How is this board powered?

It draws power from the drive’s internal 24V DC bus.

5. Is the board field-configurable?

Yes, configuration is possible through ABB tools such as DriveWindow or the drive’s HMI panel.

6. Can this board handle overcurrent and fault protection?

Yes, it includes advanced protection features against electrical and thermal faults.

7. Is it hot-swappable?

No, installation or replacement should only be performed when the drive is powered off.

8. Can the NGDR-02C support external communication protocols?

Yes, through optional communication modules like Profibus, CANopen, and Modbus.

9. What’s the average lifespan of this board?

Under standard operating conditions, it can last 10–15 years with minimal maintenance.

10. Does the NGDR-02C board come with built-in surge or ESD protection?

Yes. It includes industrial-grade protection components designed to shield the board from electrostatic discharge (ESD), voltage transients, and typical electrical noise in factory environments.