Description
ABB 216EA61B (HESG448230R1-G) – Pulse/Control Interface Board for Medium‑Voltage Converter Stacks
The ABB 216EA61B, marked HESG448230R1‑G, is a plug‑in pulse/control interface board used inside ABB medium‑voltage drive and converter bays. From my experience, this is the kind of module teams swap like‑for‑like when a position starts showing intermittent gating or interlock faults and you need the stack to ramp cleanly again without cabinet rework. You might notice the layout supports backplane signalling and, in many cases, optical trigger links to gate units—helpful for EMC robustness in MV environments.
Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty period: 365 days
- Delivery time: 1 week for in-stock; no more than one month at the latest
- Payment method: 50% advance payment, full payment for delivery
- Express delivery methods: FedEx, UPS, DHL
- Process: Confirm model and quantity → Proforma Invoice → Advance payment → Functional testing and packing → Final payment → Express shipment with tracking
Key Features
- Pulse/control distribution – Coordinates gating commands, timing and feedback for a single stack position.
- Backplane integration – Designed to slot into ABB MV racks with native interlock and status lines.
- EMC‑robust signalling – Typically supports optical trigger/status links to gate units for noise immunity.
- Service‑friendly – Drop‑in mechanical fit; front‑edge LEDs and test points speed outage checks.
- Revision “‑G” build – Hardware variant alignment that, in many cases, keeps behavior consistent across installed bases.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | ABB – 216EA61B (HESG448230R1‑G) |
| HS Code | 850490 (Parts of static converters / drive systems) |
| Power Requirements | Typically 24 VDC via the drive backplane (on‑board DC/DC regulation) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Rack plug‑in PCB; compact card; weight ~0.3–0.5 kg class (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | 0…55 °C cabinet ambient (typical for drive electronics) |
| Signal Input/Output Types | Backplane analog/digital feedback, interlocks, and trigger references; fiber‑optic Tx/Rx to gate units in many builds |
| Communication Interfaces | Proprietary ABB rack/backplane interface; no user Ethernet/serial on board |
| Installation Method | Rack‑mounted plug‑in card with edge/backplane connector and front retention hardware |
Application Fields
Typically found in ABB medium‑voltage converters and variable‑speed drives where robust gating and protection coordination are essential:
- ABB MV drive platforms (commonly ACS1000 / ACS5000 / ACS6000)
- Metals, mining, cement and chemical plants (3–6.6 kV motors)
- Stack refurbishments and lifecycle extensions during planned outages
- Spares programs to keep N‑1 coverage on critical production lines
Advantages & Value
- Reliability: A fresh 216EA61B typically tightens protection timing and clears intermittent trigger/interlock events.
- Compatibility: Like‑for‑like fit with ABB backplanes—no field rewiring in most cases.
- Downtime savings: Faster restoration than a full bay redesign; avoids broad software requalification.
- Support: We can power‑up test, verify indicators and share a short status report before shipment.
“Swapped the 216EA61B during a planned outage. Backplane comms came up clean, fiber links passed, and the inverter ramped smoothly on first start.” — Maintenance supervisor, cement plant MV drive room
Installation & Maintenance
- Cabinet environment: Clean, dry, well‑ventilated MV cubicle; keep ambient within the drive’s rating.
- Handling: Use ESD precautions; avoid flexing the PCB; inspect edge connector and standoffs before insertion.
- Connections: Seat fully on the backplane; if optical links are present, confirm Tx/Rx orientation and clean ferrules.
- Safety: LOTO MV sections; allow the DC link to discharge; verify 24 VDC polarity and grounding prior to enabling.
- Routine care: Quarterly dust removal, connector reseat checks, and a quick indicator/health review under load.
Quality & Certifications
- Quality system: Manufactured under ISO 9001 processes (typical for ABB drive electronics).
- Compliance: Intended for installation inside CE/UL‑listed converter systems; RoHS status may vary by production year.
- Warranty: 365‑day warranty from shipment date.
Share your drive platform, bay/slot position, and current revision notes, and we’ll confirm interchangeability for 216EA61B (HESG448230R1‑G) and provide a concise functional test record before dispatch.
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