ABB DSDP150
ABB DSDP150
ABB DSDP150
ABB DSDP150
ABB DSDP150

ABB DSDP150 | Industrial DCS Digital Input/Output Signal Distribution Unit

  • Brand: ABB
  • Model: DSDP150
  • Product Type: Digital Signal Distribution Module
  • Series: S800 I/O Series (ABB Advant Distributed I/O Family)
  • Core Function: Distributes 16 isolated digital input/output signals between AC800M controllers and field devices in distributed control systems; provides signal routing, isolation, and diagnostic monitoring.
  • Key Specs: 16 channels (configurable I/O), 2500VAC isolation, supports Profibus DP/Modbus RTU, -40°C to +70°C operating temperature, hot-swappable design.
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Description

DSDP150: Product Overview
The DSDP150 is a digital signal distribution module within ABB’s S800 I/O series, designed for integration into distributed control systems (DCS) to manage signal routing between AC800M series controllers and field-mounted digital devices. Its role is to serve as a centralized hub for distributing discrete control commands (e.g., valve open/close, motor start/stop) and collecting status signals (e.g., limit switch activations, emergency stop status) across large-scale industrial architectures. For continuous process industries—such as oil refining, chemical manufacturing, and power generation—it ensures reliable signal integrity and simplifies wiring complexity in distributed I/O networks.
Functionally, the module processes 16 independent digital channels, each configurable as input (dry contact, 24V DC) or output (relay, 2A @ 24V DC). It employs galvanic isolation (2500VAC) to prevent ground loops and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from corrupting signals, critical in electrically noisy environments. As part of the S800 I/O family, the DSDP150 integrates with ABB’s 800xA DCS, leveraging uniform engineering tools (Control Builder M) for configuration and monitoring. This platform advantage enables seamless scalability, reduces validation effort, and ensures compatibility with existing S800 I/O infrastructure, streamlining system expansion and retrofits.

ABB DSDP150

ABB DSDP150

DSDP150: Technical Specifications
  • Model Number: DSDP150
  • Manufacturer: ABB
  • Product Type: Digital Signal Distribution Module
  • Number of Channels: 16 (individually configurable as input/output)
  • Input Type: Dry contact (relay, 24V DC), 24V DC solid-state
  • Output Type: Relay (2A @ 24V DC), 24V DC solid-state (sink/source)
  • Isolation Voltage: 2500VAC (channel-to-channel, channel-to-bus)
  • Communication Protocols: Profibus DP (up to 12 Mbps), Modbus RTU (RS-485)
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
  • Humidity Range: 5% to 95% non-condensing
  • Power Supply: 24V DC (from S800 I/O rack backplane, 18-32V DC range)
  • Power Consumption: 2W (typical, all channels active)
  • Diagnostics: Channel status (open/short circuit), power monitoring, communication heartbeat
  • Hot Swap Support: Yes (plug-and-play replacement without system shutdown)
  • Dimensions: 25mm x 128mm x 115mm (width x height x depth, fits S800 I/O slot)
  • Weight: 0.22kg
Core Features & Customer Value​
High-Channel Density Simplifies Wiring Complexity: With 16 configurable I/O channels per module, the DSDP150 reduces the number of distribution modules required in control cabinets. For engineers designing systems with numerous discrete devices (e.g., a refinery’s valve array with 10 control outputs and 6 status inputs), this cuts cabinet space by 40% compared to 8-channel alternatives, minimizing wiring errors and material costs.
Galvanic Isolation Ensures Signal Integrity: The 2500VAC isolation between channels and the S800 I/O bus prevents EMI from industrial equipment (e.g., VFDs, motors) from distorting digital signals. In a chemical plant’s reactor control system, this ensures reliable transmission of emergency stop commands—critical for preventing over-pressurization—even near high-power agitators.
Flexible I/O Configuration for Diverse Applications: Each channel can be independently set as input or output via Control Builder M, allowing adaptation to changing field device requirements. For a power plant upgrading its pump control system, this eliminates the need for separate input/output modules, reducing inventory and reconfiguration time.
Comprehensive Diagnostics Accelerate Maintenance: Built-in diagnostics monitor channel faults (open/short circuit), power supply health, and communication status. Faults are reported to the AC800M controller via the 800xA system, with LED indicators on the faceplate for quick visual identification. For maintenance teams, this reduces troubleshooting time from hours to minutes—e.g., identifying a failed relay output in a water treatment plant’s chemical dosing system without invasive testing.
Hot-Swappable Design Minimizes Downtime: The module can be replaced while the system remains powered, essential for continuous processes like oil refining. Technicians remove the faulty unit and insert a new one; the S800 I/O controller automatically reloads configuration data. This eliminates scheduled shutdowns for module replacement, saving thousands in lost production per incident.

ABB DSDP150

ABB DSDP150

Typical Applications​
The DSDP150 is deployed in distributed control systems requiring reliable digital signal distribution. In a petroleum refinery’s hydrotreater unit, it routes 16 signals: 8 relay outputs to control feed valves and 8 digital inputs from temperature limit switches. Its 2500VAC isolation prevents EMI from nearby compressors from causing false trips, ensuring stable operation.
At a chemical plant’s batch reactor, the DSDP150 distributes 10 motor start/stop commands (outputs) and 6 agitator status signals (inputs) to distributed I/O racks. The -40°C cold-start capability supports outdoor installations, while hot-swap functionality allows maintenance during planned turnarounds.
In a municipal water treatment plant, the module connects 12 pump control relays (outputs) and 4 level switch inputs across lift stations. The Profibus DP interface integrates with the plant’s Siemens S7-1200 PLC, enabling centralized monitoring of pump status and fault alerts.

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