ABB UAD215A101 (3BHE026284R0101) – Control/IO Board for ABB Industrial Drive and Excitation Systems

The ABB UAD215A101, part number 3BHE026284R0101, is a plug-in control/IO board used in ABB industrial platforms—typically in excitation systems and drive cabinets where reliable mixed analog/digital signal handling is needed. From my experience, it’s chosen as a drop-in replacement to restore systems quickly without reworking the cabinet or revalidating the whole control chain. You might notice that it behaves predictably across firmware revisions, which is exactly what maintenance teams want during an urgent shutdown.

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• Warranty: 365 days
• Delivery: 1 week if in stock, no more than 1 month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment before delivery
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Key Features

• Original ABB spare – Ensures mechanical fit and electrical compatibility in ABB racks and backplanes.
• Mixed analog/digital handling – Designed for control, feedback, and interlock signals in drives and excitation panels.
• Backplane-powered – Typically powered via the host system backplane (commonly 24 VDC architecture) for clean wiring.
• Service-friendly – Plug-in card format supports quick replacement; minimizes downtime during planned or unplanned stops.
• Stable operation – In many cases, proven to run reliably in 0–55°C control rooms with industrial EMC noise present.
• Lifecycle continuity – Often used to extend service life of installed ABB systems without re-engineering.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

You’ll typically find the UAD215A101 in ABB cabinets where precise control and feedback are essential. It seems to be a favorite in:

• Generator excitation systems in power plants
• Medium/large industrial drives in metals (rolling mills, hoists)
• Pulp & paper, oil & gas, and chemicals process lines
• Marine propulsion or auxiliaries using ABB drive platforms

A maintenance lead from a steel plant put it simply: “Swapped the UAD board during a night stop and the line was back in minutes—no wiring changes, just a quick firmware check.”

Advantages & Value

• Downtime reduction – Direct replacement with minimal commissioning risk.
• Compatibility – Designed to fit ABB backplanes and work with existing I/O signal levels.
• Cost control – Extend system life without upgrading the entire drive/excitation cabinet.
• Technical support – Assistance with part verification, firmware matching, and logistics.
• Quality traceability – Batch and revision details kept for maintenance records.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet conditions – Use in a clean, ventilated control cabinet; maintain ambient typically 0–55°C.
• Wiring – Seat the board fully into the backplane; verify keyed connectors; tighten any card locks.
• ESD & safety – Wear ESD protection; isolate power and discharge stored energy before handling.
• Firmware/config – Match firmware revision and configuration to the host system; back up parameters prior to swap.
• Routine care – Inspect connectors annually; light dust removal with dry air; check event logs; update firmware only when validated.
• Spares strategy – Keep at least one tested spare on site for critical lines; label by revision.

Quality & Certifications

• CE conformity for industrial environments (EMC/Low Voltage, where applicable)
• RoHS-compliant materials (typical for ABB spares of this class)
• Manufactured under ISO 9001 quality systems
• Warranty: 365 days from shipment

If you need a quick check on interchangeability or a photo of the exact revision before ordering, let me know the cabinet ID and current board revision—we usually confirm compatibility the same day.