{"product_id":"216ea61b-hesg324258r12-abb-24vdc-discrete-input-module","title":"216EA61B HESG324258R12 ABB 24VDC Discrete Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABB 216EA61B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(specifically the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHESG448230R1 \/ HESG324258R12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evariants) serves as a high-performance discrete signal interface for the Advant OCS and Symphony Plus distributed control systems (DCS). This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% brand new and original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodule converts field-level signals from limit switches, sensors, and actuators into system-ready data. By integrating galvanic isolation and real-time diagnostics, the 216EA61B protects the system backplane from field-side electrical disturbances while ensuring high signal integrity in mission-critical utility and manufacturing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e216EA61B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHESG448230R1 \/ HESG324258R12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvant OCS, Symphony Plus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscrete \/ Digital Input (24 VDC Nominal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanic Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≥ 500 V AC RMS (Channel to Bus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawn via System Backplane (24 VDC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 °C to +55 °C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5% – 95% (Non-condensing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12.7 cm x 7.6 cm x 17.8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitzerland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminate Electrical Noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module utilizes 500V galvanic isolation to decouple field circuits from the sensitive CPU logic. This prevents ground loops and voltage spikes from damaging the controller or corrupting data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZero-Downtime Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe hot-swappable architecture allows engineers to replace modules while the system remains powered. This capability minimizes Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and prevents costly process interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFront-mounted status LEDs provide immediate visual confirmation of channel activity and hardware health. Operators can identify failed field switches or wiring faults without opening engineering software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Cabinet Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe compact Swiss-engineered form factor maximizes I\/O density within standard ABB racks. It fits seamlessly into space-constrained control cabinets used in power generation and water treatment plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 216EA61B handle both NPN and PNP inputs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module typically interfaces with standard 24 VDC discrete signals. You must verify your specific wiring diagram (HESG448230R1 vs HESG324258R12) to ensure the sink\/source configuration matches your field device requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module require external power for the input channels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the module logic draws power from the backplane, the field-side loops generally require an external 24 VDC power supply to drive the signals through the sensors and switches to the input terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the system recognize a new 216EA61B after replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ABB Control Builder or Symphony Plus engineering tool automatically recognizes the module once inserted into the designated slot. 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