Product Details
Configured for physical field wiring termination and module interfacing in S500 I/O systems, the ABB 1SAP217000R0001 (TU532 Terminal Unit) provides direct physical/electrical execution. The hardware connects 230 VAC discrete signals and relay expansion modules to the system backplane through spring-terminal connection points.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 1SAP217000R0001 (TU532) |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Germany / Standard ABB Distribution |
| Weight | 0.164 kg (Net) / 0.194 kg (Gross) |
| Dimensions | 67.5 mm x 135 mm x 28 mm (W x H x D) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to +60 deg C (Storage: -40 to +70 deg C) |
| Power Consumption | Passive Backplane Route (24 VDC Supply Voltage Input) |
| Terminal Connection Type | Spring Terminals |
| Module Compatibility | 230 VAC Inputs / Outputs & Relay Modules |
| Degree of Protection | IP20 |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity Licences & Power Routing
The base unit integrates passive bus lines that interface S500 I/O modules directly with the controller backplane. Embedded conductor paths support backplane bus communication velocity Licences required for real-time deterministic cyclic data transfer across the local expansion cluster. Galvanic routing paths isolate high-voltage 230 VAC switching potentials on the field terminal side from internal 24 VDC backplane logic circuitry, maintaining noise immunity and structural signal integrity during fast transient events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I replace an S500 I/O module mounted on the TU532 without disconnecting field wiring?
A: Yes. The TU532 terminal unit retains all spring-terminal field connections on its base frame, allowing plugged I/O modules to be unlatched and swapped without disturbing field wiring looms.
Q: What conductor wire cross-sections are supported by the spring terminals?
A: The spring-clamp terminals accept standard solid or ferruled flexible copper conductors up to 2.5 mm sq for AC power and field signal routing.
Q: Does the TU532 carry an IP protection rating for wet environments?
A: The unit carries an IP20 rating and must be installed inside an enclosure providing adequate ingress protection against conductive dust, moisture, and debris.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mount the terminal unit onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail by snapping the rear locking mechanism firmly into place before inserting I/O modules.
- Strip field conductor insulation to specified length (typically 9 to 10 mm) before inserting into spring clamp terminals using a flat-head screwdriver.
- Ensure proper grounding of the DIN rail to cabinet PE bus to establish a low-impedance ground path for high-voltage isolation circuits.
- Verify isolation of 230 VAC field supply lines prior to wiring terminal connections or inserting/removing adjacent expansion hardware.
Additional Information
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