Product Introduction
The ABB SAFT 164 AIO (58097691) Analog Input/Output Board is an industrial-grade interface module designed to manage and process analog signals within ABB control and automation systems. It functions as a critical link between field instrumentation and centralized control units, ensuring accurate transmission and execution of analog data in demanding operational environments.
This board is engineered to support stable and precise analog signal handling, making it suitable for applications where reliable data acquisition and output control are essential. Its design reflects ABB’s long-standing focus on robustness, system compatibility, and operational continuity in power and industrial automation systems.
As a member of the ABB SAFT control electronics family, the SAFT 164 AIO board is optimized for seamless integration into existing ABB system architectures. Its modular construction allows efficient installation, straightforward replacement, and simplified maintenance, reducing overall system downtime during servicing or upgrades.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ABB SAFT 164 AIO |
| ABB Part Number | 58097691 |
| Module Type | Analog Input / Output Board |
| Signal Category | Industrial analog signals |
| Input Function | Acquisition of field-level analog data |
| Output Function | Generation of analog control signals |
| Signal Processing | Conditioned and isolated analog signal handling |
| System Compatibility | ABB SAFT control systems |
| Mounting Method | Rack-mounted control board |
| Operating Environment | Industrial control cabinets |
| Dimensions | 180 × 20 × 198 mm |
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
Applications
• Power generation and electrical infrastructure systems, where accurate analog measurement is required for monitoring voltages, currents, temperatures, and other critical operating parameters.
• Substation automation and control systems, providing reliable analog signal interfacing for protection logic, supervisory control, and system regulation.
• Industrial process control environments, including heavy manufacturing and energy-intensive industries, where stable analog input and output are essential for continuous process operation.
• System retrofit and modernization projects, serving as a replacement or expansion module within existing ABB SAFT-based control platforms.
Advantages
• High signal stability, ensuring precise and repeatable analog data transmission even under electrically noisy industrial conditions.
• Robust industrial design, supporting long-term continuous operation in demanding thermal and electrical environments.
• Native compatibility with ABB SAFT platforms, minimizing engineering effort during installation, configuration, and commissioning.
• Modular construction, allowing fast replacement and simplified troubleshooting to reduce system downtime.
• Effective signal isolation, protecting control electronics from field-level disturbances and improving overall system reliability.
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