ABB PFSK160A 3BSE009514R1 Regulated High-Capacity 24V DC
ABB PFSK160A (3BSE009514R1) is a specialized Regional Controller Module and Redundant Power Supply Kit used primarily within the ABB AC 800M and S800 I/O systems.
Unlike the signal processors in the series (like the 151/152), the 160A is often configured to provide stable,
high-capacity 24V DC power and excitation for field devices such as proximity switches and sensors.
Technical Parameter Table
| Feature | Specification |
| Product ID | 3BSE009514R1 |
| Model Type | PFSK 160A |
| Input Voltage | 24V DC (nominal) |
| Output Type | Regulated High-Capacity 24V DC |
| Redundancy | Supports Dual-Supply Redundant Kits |
| Control Interface | Integrated I/O Control Board logic |
| Dimensions | 136 x 85 x 28 mm (approx.) |
| Operating Temp | -5°C to +40°C (Standard Industrial) |
| Protection | IP20 (Cabinet mounted) |
| Communication | RS-232 / CAN interfaces (model dependent) |
Product Advantages and Features
High Stability Power: Provides a clean, regulated excitation voltage to sensitive field sensors, preventing signal drift caused by power fluctuations.
Redundancy Support: Specifically designed to work in redundant pairs, ensuring that if one power source fails, the regional controller continues to operate without interruption.
Compact Footprint: The enclosed, slim structure allows for high-density installation in standard electrical cabinets.
Integrated Diagnostics: Monitors internal health and power levels, reporting status directly to the master AC 800M controller.
Application Cases
S800 I/O Excitation: Powering proximity switches and sensors connected to DI810/DI814 modules in automated production lines.
Regional Control Hubs: Acting as a localized control and power node in large-scale DCS (Distributed Control Systems) for petrochemical plants.
Motor Control Systems: Managing the start/stop logic and signal feedback for DC brushless and permanent magnet synchronous motors.
Pneumatic Control: Providing the necessary voltage for solenoid valves and pressure transducers in HVAC or refrigeration systems.
Unique Product Description
The PFSK160A (3BSE009514R1) is the “Power Hub” of the PFSK series. While its siblings (151. 152. 162) focus on the heavy mathematics of tension processing, the 160A focuses on infrastructure.
It bridges the gap between the raw power supply and the delicate electronics of I/O modules. It is a “Regional Controller” because it can manage small clusters of I/O locally, ensuring that the field devices have the “juice” they need to report back to the main CPU accurately.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation
Slot Placement: Typically mounted in two adjacent slots of an S800 I/O rack for cooling and redundancy purposes.
Wiring: Use high-quality 24V DC busbars or heavy-gauge wire to the input terminals to prevent voltage drops.
Grounding: Ensure the protective earth (PE) screw is bonded to the cabinet ground to prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Maintenance
Visual Inspection: Check for LED status indicators; a green “Power OK” light should always be active.
Temperature Monitoring: Ensure cabinet ventilation is functional, as heat is the primary cause of life reduction in power-handling modules.
Contact Cleaning: During scheduled shutdowns, use dry compressed air to clear dust from the backplane connectors.
Other Models in the Same Series
| Model | Part Number | Role |
| PFSK 162 | 3BSE015088R1 | Advanced Signal Processing (Ethernet/IO) |
| PFSK 152 | 3BSE018877R1 | Dual-Channel Tension Electronics |
| PFSK 130 | 3BSE002616R1 | Basic Signal Conditioning Card |
| PFSK 164 | 3BSE021180R1 | High-Density Channel Control |
Related Models
DI810 / DI814: Digital Input modules that rely on the PFSK160A for sensor excitation.
PM861 / PM866: AC 800M CPUs often used in the same architecture.
PFTL101B: Load cells that may be part of the wider tension system the 160A supports.