Product Details
The ABB SS822Z 3BSC610055R1, also cataloged as the SS822Z Power Voting Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for dual-redundant 24 VDC power supply voting and load sharing within ABB System 800xA platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SS822Z (3BSC610055R1) |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Weight | 0.50 kg |
| Dimensions | 120 mm x 100 mm x 40 mm |
| Operating Temp | -25 to 70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive Diode ORing (< 5 W internal dissipation) |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC Nominal (19.2 to 30.0 VDC range, Dual Inputs) |
| Output Current Rating | 20 A total continuous output |
| Module Category | Power Voting Modules |
| System Platform | ABB System 800xA / AC 800M |
Deterministic Network Integration and I/O Density Scaling
The SS822Z power voting unit couples dual 24 VDC power sources via low-loss Schottky diode isolation circuits, delivering continuous power feeds to central controller racks and field communications interface modules. The unit maintains stable power delivery to Profinet and EtherNet/IP deterministic networks during primary power supply failure events without output voltage drops. High I/O density scaling across AC 800M controller cabinets is supported by minimizing panel space consumption, while signal continuity maintains uncorrupted backplane bus communication velocity and continuous firmware flash compatibility during online system maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the SS822Z power voting unit be hot-swapped while the 24 VDC system load is fully energized?
A: Yes, if a parallel redundant voting module configuration is deployed; otherwise, isolated input connections must be disconnected individually to prevent output voltage disruption.
Q: How does the SS822Z isolate a short-circuited primary power supply from the DC bus?
A: Internal low-impedance reverse-blocking diodes prevent reverse current flow from the healthy power supply into the faulted input rail.
Q: What relay contact outputs are provided on the SS822Z for status monitoring?
A: The module contains dry alarm contacts that change state when either of the two 24 VDC input voltages drops below the operational threshold.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mount the module vertically on standard 35 mm DIN rails to allow free air convection across the cooling heatsink slots.
- Maintain a minimum vertical clearance of 50 mm above and below the unit to prevent thermal throttling under maximum continuous load.
- Torque power input and output screw terminals to 0.5 Nm using appropriately rated copper conductors (minimum 2.5 mm squared).
- Connect the functional grounding conductor directly to the panel earth busbar with low-impedance copper grounding strap to maintain transient surge protection.
Additional Information
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Tech & Buying Guide
The Shift to Flexible IO Modules in Modern Industrial Automation
Traditional control systems rely on dedicated Input Output (IO) cards for industrial automation. Each conventional module processes a single signal type, such as Digital Input (DI), Digital Output (DO), Analog Input (AI), or Analog Output (AO). A standard 16-channel card accepts only one specific channel type across all ports. This inflexible hardware design often creates severe engineering bottlenecks during project execution. Engineers frequently must install entirely new cards to accommodate a single extra sensor. Consequently, late design changes increase control cabinet space requirements and drive up project costs.
DCS Commissioning Steps in Industrial Automation Projects
Commissioning a Distributed Control System (DCS) represents a crucial milestone when deploying modern process automation infrastructure. Field engineers must execute systematic verification steps to transition complex control hardware from static installation to dynamic plant control. Proper commissioning ensures that controllers, I/O modules, network switches, and HMI software operate in strict compliance with engineering design specifications before introducing live process fluids.
PLC and DCS Control System Spares Strategy: Engineering Guidelines
Modern factory automation relies on high-speed fiber optic backbones to link distributed control systems across noise-intensive industrial environments. Unlike copper wiring, optical fibers transmit data via light pulses, making them completely immune to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Field engineers must master optical cable joining and fusion splicing techniques to guarantee low-loss data transmission across critical Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Distributed Control System (DCS) nodes.