ABB AO561 Compact Analog Output Expansion Module

Product Description

The AO561 (AO561) is a compact Analog Output Expansion Module designed and manufactured by ABB as an efficient signal-generation component for the cost-effective S500-eCo PLC and Distributed Automation I/O family. 

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: ABB

• Product Series / Main Type: S500-eCo Series / AO561

• Model Identification: AO561

• Total Analog Outputs: 2 Channels

• Output Signal Configuration: Universally selectable for Voltage (U) or Current (I)

• Data Conversion Resolution: 12-bit digital-to-analog output

• System Wiring Architecture: 1-wire interface configuration

• Wiring Termination Design: Pluggable / Connectable terminal interface

• Enclosure Protection Rating: Housing IP20

• Operating Ambient Temperature: 0 deg C to +60 deg C

• Storage Thermal Envelope: -40 deg C to +70 deg C

• Product Net Weight: 0.118 Kg

• Product Dimensions (W x H x D): 34 mm x 74 mm x 135 mm

• Estimated Shipping Weight: 1.000 Kg

Industrial Application Scenarios

The AO561 (AO561) module is widely deployed in highly localized automation machinery, small pumping skids, ventilation control panels, and commercial building management systems where only a minimal number of modulating control lines are required. Due to its ultra-thin 34 mm physical profile, it allows machine builders to effortlessly add analog control capability to an AC500-eCo processor layout without wasting valuable DIN-rail space. It functions perfectly for sending $4\dots20\text{mA}$ speed references to variable frequency drives (VFDs) or driving $0\dots10\text{V}$ proportional positioning signals to electronic dampers and fluid control valves.