Description
Product Introduction
Analog measurement becomes a maintenance concern when an RTU560 installation still depends on legacy I/O hardware and a failed channel has to be replaced without changing the field wiring or application database. The ABB 560AIR01 R0001 is an eight-channel RTU560 analog input module designed to acquire both current and DC voltage signals and pass the measured values through the RTU I/O bus. ABB lists measurement ranges from ±2 mA through ±40 mA, plus ±2 VDC and 0–20 VDC.
For procurement teams maintaining older RTU560 systems, the important detail is its relationship to the 23AE23 generation. ABB describes 560AIR01 as the successor to 23AE23 and a 1:1 spare replacement, with function and pin compatibility and no configuration or firmware update required for that documented replacement case. That makes the exact 1KGT036500R0001 identifier more useful than a generic description such as “RTU560 analog card.”
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | 560AIR01 R0001 |
| ABB Part Number | 1KGT036500R0001 |
| Product Family | RTU560 / RTU500 |
| Product Type | Analog Input Module |
| Number of Inputs | 8 |
| Input Configuration | Selectable individually per channel |
| Current Input Ranges | ±2, ±5, ±10, ±20, ±40 mA |
| Voltage Input Ranges | ±2 VDC, 0–20 VDC |
| A/D Converter | 16 bit |
| Measurement Resolution | Up to 12 bit + sign |
| Input Isolation | Non-isolated; inputs are galvanically connected to module power |
| Line Frequency | Configurable: 16.7, 50, or 60 Hz |
| Low-Pass Filtering | Yes |
| Overvoltage Protection | Yes |
| Module Status | Red ERR LED |
| Backplane Supply | 5 VDC, approximately 75 mA |
| Mounting | RTU560 rack, one slot |
| RTU Interface | I/O bus |
| Legacy Compatibility | Functional compatibility with 23AE23 / 23AE21 |
| Successor Status | Successor to 23AE23 |
ABB’s current product information identifies 560AIR01 as an eight-channel analog input module with 16-bit A/D conversion and the listed current and voltage ranges. The hardware training documentation further identifies the inputs as non-isolated and specifies 12-bit-plus-sign measurement resolution, low-pass filtering, overvoltage protection, and one-slot occupancy.
Electrical Characteristics
The 560AIR01 uses differential analog inputs, but they should not be interpreted as galvanically isolated channels. ABB documentation states that the eight inputs are galvanically connected to the module power supply. The documented electrical limits include an approximately ±8 VDC functional common-mode limit, with maximum differential input limits dependent on whether the channel is being used for current or voltage measurement.
The module supports selectable line-frequency processing at 16.7, 50, and 60 Hz, with interference suppression intended to reduce the effect of power-frequency disturbances on analog measurements. This is relevant when the RTU is installed in a substation or other electrically noisy cabinet.
560AIR01
Main Features and Engineering Advantages
Eight Analog Channels in One Slot
The 560AIR01 provides eight analog input channels in the rack architecture. Each channel can be configured for the required supported measurement range, allowing different field instruments to share the same module.
Supports Both Current and Voltage Signals
This is not simply a dedicated 4–20 mA input card. Supported current ranges are ±2, ±5, ±10, ±20, and ±40 mA, while voltage measurement includes ±2 VDC and 0–20 VDC. That broader range selection can be useful in legacy installations where instrumentation standards vary between panels or substations.
12-Bit-Plus-Sign Measurement Resolution
ABB’s hardware documentation describes the effective measurement resolution as 12 bit + sign, equivalent to 4096 measurement steps for the defined measurement amplitude. The newer product-line description also identifies a 16-bit A/D converter, so procurement specifications should distinguish converter resolution from effective measurement resolution rather than listing the two numbers as competing specifications.
Low-Pass Filtering and Overvoltage Protection
The module incorporates low-pass filtering and input overvoltage protection. These functions are particularly relevant for remote analog signals where electrical noise or transient conditions can otherwise produce unstable measurements. They should not, however, be treated as a substitute for correct field grounding, shielding, and surge protection.
Direct Legacy Replacement Path
One of the strongest procurement attributes of 560AIR01 is its documented relationship with the older 23AE23. ABB states that 560AIR01 is the successor and a 1:1 replacement in the spare-parts case, with 100% function and pin compatibility and no configuration or firmware update required for that documented replacement.
Application Scenarios & Field Considerations
Substation Automation
560AIR01 can be used to acquire analog measurements within -based substation automation systems. Typical signals may include instrument-transducer outputs and other analog measured values that must be transferred into the RTU processing and supervisory architecture.
Legacy 23AE23 Maintenance
This is the most important replacement scenario. When an installed RTU uses 23AE23, 560AIR01 is the documented successor. The replacement relationship should still be confirmed against the actual rack documentation and module label before a field swap.
Mixed Analog Signal Requirements
A rack containing both current and voltage instrumentation can use the same 560AIR01 module family rather than requiring a separate board for each supported signal type. Each channel is independently selectable within the supported ranges.
Remote Measurement Acquisition
The module handles analog measured values and measured floating-point information within the architecture. It is therefore part of the RTU’s measurement chain, not an independent general-purpose PLC analog card.
Related Products
- ABB 23AE23 — Earlier eight-channel analog input module; 560AIR01 is documented as its successor.
- ABB 23AE21 — Legacy analog input module with which 560AIR01 is documented as functionally compatible.
- ABB 560AIR02 — Eight-channel analog input variant intended for mA signals; do not assume it is interchangeable with 560AIR01.
- ABB 560BIR01 — binary input module for discrete signals.
- ABB 560BOR01 — binary output module with relay contacts.
- ABB 23AA21 — analog output module.
- ABB 560PSR00 — rack power supply.
- ABB 560MPR03 — processor-related rack hardware.
- ABB 560SFR02 — rack/subrack hardware.
The 560AIR01 versus 560AIR02 distinction deserves particular attention. ABB’s RTU500 documentation describes 560AIR02 as a cost-optimized mA solution with jumperless configuration, while 560AIR01 is identified as the successor and 1:1 spare replacement for 23AE23.
Engineer’s Guide: Field Pitfalls to Avoid
1. Do not order by “560AIR01” alone when procurement requires traceability.
Use the complete identifier 560AIR01 R0001 / 1KGT036500R0001. ABB’s product information associates this exact commercial alias with the 1KGT036500R0001 product ID.
2. Do not confuse 560AIR01 with 560AIR02.
Both are eight-channel analog input modules, but they are not simply revision numbers of one board. 560AIR02 was introduced as a separate mA-oriented solution, while 560AIR01 is the documented successor to 23AE23.
3. Do not assume the inputs are galvanically isolated.
The hardware documentation identifies the 560AIR01 inputs as non-isolated. Review the grounding and signal-reference arrangement before connecting field instrumentation.
4. Do not describe it as a dedicated 4–20 mA card.
The supported ranges include bipolar current values and DC voltage ranges. The engineering configuration must match the actual transmitter or transducer signal.
5. Check the original 23AE23 documentation before replacement.
Although ABB explicitly documents 560AIR01 as a 1:1 replacement for 23AE23, record the existing rack position, terminal assignment, configuration, and installed hardware before removing the old board.
6. Do not confuse A/D resolution with effective measurement resolution.
Current product information lists a 16-bit A/D converter, while the detailed hardware documentation states 12-bit + sign effective measurement resolution. Both descriptions refer to different aspects of the acquisition architecture.
7. Verify the physical inventory label.
For legacy spare purchases, confirm 560AIR01 R0001, 1KGT036500R0001, and the installed hardware revision directly from the module. A generic listing saying “ analog input” is not sufficient identification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ABB 560AIR01?
ABB 560AIR01 R0001 / 1KGT036500R0001 is an eight-channel analog input module for the remote terminal unit platform. It supports configurable current and DC voltage measurement ranges.
How many analog inputs does 560AIR01 have?
The module provides 8 analog input channels. The input range can be selected individually by channel within the supported current and voltage ranges.
What signals can 560AIR01 measure?
Supported current ranges are ±2, ±5, ±10, ±20, and ±40 mA. Supported voltage ranges are ±2 VDC and 0–20 VDC.
Is 560AIR01 a replacement for 23AE23?
Yes, within the documented spare-part replacement context. ABB identifies 560AIR01 as the successor to 23AE23 and states that it is a 1:1 replacement with 100% function and pin compatibility, without requiring a configuration or firmware update for that replacement case.
Is 560AIR01 isolated between channels?
No. The hardware documentation identifies the analog inputs as non-isolated. The inputs are galvanically connected to the module power supply, so the field grounding arrangement should be reviewed before installation.
What is the difference between 560AIR01 and 560AIR02?
560AIR01 supports both current and voltage inputs and serves as the successor to the legacy 23AE23. 560AIR02 is a separate eight-channel mA-oriented solution with jumperless configuration. ABB introduced the two variants for different replacement and application requirements.
What is the ABB part number for 560AIR01?
The ordering identifier is 1KGT036500R0001, with the commercial designation 560AIR01 R0001.
Procurement Note
For a maintenance order, use the complete identification:
ABB 560AIR01 — 1KGT036500R0001
If this is being purchased as a replacement for 23AE23, the ABB-documented successor relationship makes 560AIR01 the relevant part to investigate. Do not substitute 560AIR02 simply because it has the same eight-channel analog-input role.
For used or surplus inventory, verify the actual module label, revision, connector condition, PCB condition, and available test evidence. The part number establishes the intended hardware identity; it does not establish the physical condition of a particular unit.
