ABB

ABB DSCA160A Communication Processor

SKU DSCA160A

In stock
  • 12-month warranty
  • Free returns within 30 days
  • Manufacturer: ABB

  • Product No.: DSCA160A

  • Country of origin:Sweden

  • Product Type: Communication Processor

  • Barcode: 8537101190

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 580g

  • Dimensions: 2.44 x 25.0 x 2.1 cm

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

The ABB DSCA160A is a dedicated communication processor designed for integration within the ABB MasterPiece T200 process automation and distributed control system architecture. This module operates as a specialized communications interface and routing node, managing data traffic and protocol handling across system buses to facilitate deterministic data exchange between distributed controllers and operator stations.

Engineered for high-availability industrial automation environments, the DSCA160A executes real-time data processing and network management tasks without degrading controller cycle times. Its hardware layout is tailored for standard industrial rack mounting, incorporating diagnostic indicators to verify operational status, communication link activity, and hardware health directly from the subrack.

Features

  • Native hardware compatibility with ABB MasterPiece T200 control systems
  • Functions as a high-performance communication processor and Ethernet routing node
  • Supports deterministic real-time data exchange across system interfaces
  • Equipped with front-panel diagnostic indicators for link status and module health
  • Designed for direct installation in standard automation subracks

Applications

  • Distributed control system network expansion and node interfacing
  • Real-time process data routing between MasterPiece T200 controllers and supervisory networks
  • Legacy industrial automation network modernization and drop-in replacement
  • Multi-controller data aggregation in continuous process manufacturing plants

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Brand ABB
Model / Catalog Number DSCA160A
Product Type Communication Processor
Product Family MasterPiece T200
Communication Service Ethernet Router / System Bus Interface
Country of Origin Sweden
Net Weight 0.58 kg
Dimensions 2.44 x 25.0 x 2.1 cm

FAQ

What control system is the ABB DSCA160A designed for?

The DSCA160A is engineered specifically for use within the ABB MasterPiece T200 distributed control system architecture.

What is the primary function of the DSCA160A module?

It operates as a communication processor and Ethernet routing node, handling data traffic and exchange between system controllers and networks.

How is the DSCA160A mounted within the control cabinet?

The module is designed for direct insertion into standard MasterPiece T200 subracks and system chassis.

Does the module feature diagnostic indicators?

Yes, it includes front-panel LED indicators to provide visual verification of communication link activity and hardware status.

View all FAQs →

Quantity
Shipping & Returns

Global Express Shipping

  • Standard Delivery: 4–6 business days via DHL, FedEx, and UPS.
  • Express Dispatch: Same-day dispatch for in-stock orders placed before 2:00 PM (GMT+8).
  • Worldwide Coverage: Serving over 150 countries.

Returns & Warranty

  • 30-Day Guarantee: Returns accepted for in-stock products in original, factory-sealed packaging.
  • 12-Month Warranty: Every industrial component is backed by our technical warranty.
Reviews
1 of 3
Only 4 item(s) left in stock
Quantity
View full details

Global Express Shipping

  • Standard Delivery: 4-6 Business Days via DHL, FedEx, and UPS.
  • Express Dispatch: Same-day dispatch for in-stock orders placed before 2:00 PM (GMT+8).
  • Worldwide Coverage: Serving over 150 countries, including rapid delivery to Saudi Arabia and UAE.

Returns & Warranty

  • 30-Day Guarantee: Returns accepted for in-stock products in original, factory-sealed packaging.
  • 12-Month Warranty: Every industrial component is backed by our professional technical warranty.

Orders are processed and delivered Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays).


For full eligibility, restocking fees, and international return details, please view our official Refund & Return Policy .

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Country of origin
Sweden

Technical knowledge

Commissioning IO-Link From Master Ports to IODD Data

Commission IO-Link systematically from master addressing and port modes through IODD selection, PLC byte mapping, parameter backups, device validation, and failure-injection tests.

PowerFlex Dynamic Braking Resistor Design and Testing

A practical PowerFlex braking guide covering regenerative energy, resistor resistance and duty cycle, thermal protection, model-specific parameters, and measured commissioning tests.

Engineering Industrial Joystick Controls for Safe Motion

An industrial joystick is only the first element in a safe motion command chain. This guide covers sensing choices, wiring, signal validation, PLC logic, restart behavior, and commissioning for...

Seeing PID Behavior Before Tuning the Loop

PID tuning becomes safer when engineers can see how proportional, integral, and derivative actions reshape error, output, and response over time. This guide turns live trends into a disciplined...

Commissioning a Linear Axis Without Hiding Mechanical Faults

A linear axis should be proven mechanically before aggressive tuning begins. This commissioning workflow covers scaling, direction, limits, homing, STO, low-speed tests, and evidence-based tuning for...

Interposing Relays: Isolation, Load Matching, and Diagnostics

Interposing relays protect PLC and DCS interfaces by separating voltage domains, matching output capacity to field loads, and making faults easier to isolate. This guide explains selection,...