Description
The ABB AI835 3BSE008520R1 is an 8-channel analog input module designed specifically for the ABB S800 I/O distributed modular system. It functions as a high-precision interface for acquiring thermocouple and millivolt signals, converting raw analog field measurements into digital values for downstream processing in ABB distributed control systems such as System 800xA.
Mounted on a modular DIN rail base plate, the AI835 integrates directly into S800 I/O stations communicating via ModuleBus. It supports hot-swapping functionality to allow replacement under power without interrupting active process control loops, reducing downtime during maintenance cycles.
Features
- 8 input channels configured for thermocouple (TC) and millivolt (mV) measurement types
- Supports cold junction compensation (CJC) via terminal units equipped with temperature sensors
- Hot-swappable architecture for online module replacement without system shutdown
- ModuleBus communication interface for connection to S800 cluster adapters and controller nodes
- Galvanic isolation between field inputs, logic, and power distribution rails
- Configurable filtering and diagnostic reporting for open-circuit detection
Applications
- High-accuracy temperature acquisition in chemical and petrochemical reactors
- Thermocouple signal processing in power generation boiler and turbine monitoring
- Millivolt transducer data collection in continuous process manufacturing lines
- Distributed I/O expansion in ABB System 800xA process automation architectures
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Manufacturer |
ABB |
| Product Series |
S800 I/O |
| Catalog Number / Model |
AI835 / 3BSE008520R1 |
| Module Type |
Analog Input Module (Thermocouple / mV) |
| Number of Channels |
8 channels |
| Input Types |
Thermocouple (B, C, E, J, K, N, R, S, T) and mV (-150 mV to +150 mV) |
| Communication Protocol |
ModuleBus |
| Hot Swap Support |
Yes |
| Redundancy |
No (Single configuration) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 degC to +55 degC |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
Compliance and Certifications
- CE compliant
- RoHS compliant
- hazardous location certifications per S800 system specifications