Description
Detailed Parameter Table
Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
Product Model | ABB AI930 |
Manufacturer | ABB |
Product Category | Analog Input Module |
Channels | 8 channels |
Input Types | 0-20mA, 4-20mA, ±10V, RTD (Pt100), Thermocouple (J,K,T) |
Resolution | 16-bit |
Accuracy | ±0.1% of span |
Conversion Rate | 50ms per channel |
Common Mode Rejection | >120 dB |
Isolation | 1500V channel-to-channel |
Power Supply | 24V DC (via backplane) |
Operating Temperature | -25°C to +70°C |
Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Compatible Systems | ABB Advant Controller 400, MOD 300 |
ABB AI930
Product Introduction
The ABB AI930 is a high-precision 8-channel analog input module designed for industrial process control applications. Part of ABB’s renowned Advant Controller 400 series, this module provides exceptional measurement accuracy for critical process variables including temperature, pressure, flow, and level.
Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the AI930 offers versatile signal conditioning capabilities, supporting current, voltage, RTD, and thermocouple inputs on a single module. Its robust design features 1500V channel-to-channel isolation, ensuring reliable operation in electrically noisy installations.
Core Advantages and Technical Highlights
Universal Input Flexibility:
The ABB AI930 accepts multiple signal types on each channel, configurable via software:
Current: 0-20mA, 4-20mA (with 24V loop power)
Voltage: ±10V range
Temperature: Direct RTD (Pt100) and thermocouple (J,K,T) connections
High Measurement Accuracy:
With 16-bit resolution and ±0.1% accuracy, the module delivers precise process monitoring for quality control and regulatory compliance applications.
Advanced Signal Conditioning:
Built-in features include:
Open wire detection for current inputs
Cold junction compensation for thermocouples
Linearization for RTD and TC inputs
Programmable filtering
Robust Industrial Design:
-25°C to +70°C operating range
High immunity to EMI/RFI interference
DIN rail mounting for easy installation
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Comprehensive self-diagnostics and status indicators enable predictive maintenance and quick troubleshooting.
ABB AI930
Typical Application Scenarios
The ABB AI930 is widely deployed in:
Process Industries:
Refineries: Crude unit temperature monitoring
Chemical Plants: Reactor pressure and temperature control
Pharmaceutical: Batch process monitoring
Power Generation:
Turbine bearing temperature monitoring
Boiler feedwater flow measurement
Generator cooling system supervision
Manufacturing:
Plastics extrusion temperature control
Steel mill furnace monitoring
Food processing parameter tracking
Water/Wastewater:
pH and ORP measurement
Clarifier level monitoring
Pump discharge pressure
Related Model Recommendations
ABB AO930 – Analog output counterpart with 8 channels
ABB DI930 – 16-channel digital input module
ABB DO930 – 16-channel digital output module
ABB CI930 – Communication interface module
ABB PM930 – Power supply module for system integration
These modules form a complete I/O solution for ABB Advant Controller 400 systems.
Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance
Installation Guidelines:
Mount on standard DIN rail in protected enclosure
Maintain minimum 50mm clearance for ventilation
Use shielded, twisted pair cables for analog signals
Properly ground shield at one end only
Commissioning Procedure:
Set DIP switches for module address
Configure channel parameters in control software
Perform loop calibration for critical measurements
Verify signal integrity through diagnostics
Maintenance Best Practices:
Annual calibration verification
Periodic terminal tightness checks
Firmware updates as recommended
Environmental condition monitoring
Service and Guarantee Commitment
ABB provides:
36-month warranty against defects
Global technical support network
Online knowledge base and documentation
Software tools for configuration and diagnostics
Factory repair and calibration services