Description
The combination “07AI91” refers to an ABB 07AI91 Analog Input Module, used in industrial automation applications to convert analog signals from sensors and transducers into digital signals that can be processed by a programmable logic controller (PLC) or other control system. Let’s break down the details:
Function:
- Converts analog signals (voltage or current) into digital values that can be understood by a PLC or control system.
Key Features:
- Number of Inputs: 8 analog inputs
- Input Resolution: 12-bit resolution
- Input Range: Configurable for various voltage and current ranges, including:
- ±50 mV
- ±500 mV
- ±5 V
- ±10 V
- 0…20 mA
- Isolation: Electrical isolation between input channels to prevent noise interference.
- Communication: Connects to the PLC or control system via the CS31 system bus.
Applications:
- Monitoring process variables: Measuring and monitoring temperature, pressure, flow, level, and other process variables in various industrial applications.
- Collecting sensor data: Gathering data from sensors for analysis and control purposes.
- Interfacing with analog devices: Connecting to analog devices such as potentiometers, thermocouples, and RTDs.
