Description
Product overview
The ABB JSD-TD25P-C20700 mobile two-hand safety control device is designed for operator control of machinery where hands must remain positioned at the designated controls during hazardous operations. It uses two side-mounted Safeball actuators in a handheld housing, with an additional emergency-stop button and a rotatable right-hand Safeball configuration. ABB lists the device under order number 2TLA930053R0000. Applications may include press machinery and other industrial equipment where the machine risk assessment calls for a mobile two-hand operating unit.
The device is part of ABB’s JSD-TD25P family, which includes different control arrangements and optional signaling elements. The exact suffix matters: the number and type of auxiliary controls, cable arrangement, and other fitted options can differ between versions. The JSD-TD25P-C20700 should therefore be identified by both its model designation and ABB order number, rather than by the family name alone. ABB’s product catalog lists IP40 protection, a rated current of 2 A, and an operating voltage range of 10–30 V DC. These values should be checked against the applicable wiring documentation when integrating the device into a machine safety circuit.
For replacement procurement, confirm the cable length, connector or termination arrangement, emergency-stop configuration, and right-hand Safeball function on the installed unit. The device itself does not establish the safety integrity of the complete machine. The safety controller or relay, circuit architecture, wiring, and risk assessment must all support the intended protective function. Before commissioning, verify the operating sequence and safety response using the machine manufacturer’s documented validation procedure.
Product introduction
The JSD-TD25P-C20700 provides a portable operator interface for controlled machine operations. Its two Safeball actuators are housed in protective guards, while additional controls can be integrated according to the manufacturer’s configuration. This arrangement supports deliberate operator interaction in applications where the machine design requires a two-hand operating device or another approved enabling arrangement. The permitted use depends on the machine’s risk assessment and the complete safety-control design.
When installing or replacing this unit, compare the existing device label with the replacement’s model and order number. Check the cable and termination details, confirm that the emergency-stop function is present and wired as intended, and verify compatibility with the connected safety relay or controller. Do not modify the device or bypass safety contacts to resolve an integration problem. Following installation, test the required operating sequence, emergency-stop response, and machine stopping behavior in accordance with the approved safety validation procedure.
Key technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Model | JSD-TD25P-C20700 |
| ABB order number | 2TLA930053R0000 |
| Product type | Mobile two-hand safety control device |
| Product family | JSD-TD25P |
| Operating controls | Two Safeball actuators |
| Right-hand control | Rotatable Safeball |
| Emergency stop | Included in the cataloged configuration |
| Rated operating voltage | 10–30 V DC |
| Rated current | 2 A |
| Protection rating | IP40 |
| Ambient temperature | −25 to +50 °C |
| Cable arrangement | Coiled cable; catalog lists 2 m / 10 m variants |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 150 × 70 × 315 mm |
| Weight | 1.73 kg |
| Safety-system interface | Verify the actual wiring and termination against the device documentation |
| Safety suitability | Depends on the machine risk assessment and validated safety circuit |
Specification note: The catalog describes cable lengths as 2 m / 10 m variants. Confirm which length applies to the exact unit being supplied. Do not substitute dimensions or environmental ratings from other variants without checking their documentation.
JSD-TD25P-C20700
Related products
- -020D00: Related mobile two-hand device; confirm its control options and connection details before considering it for replacement.
- -C20800: A related model designation in the family; compare its complete control configuration before substitution.
- JSTD25F: ABB two-hand safety control station for fixed-installation applications.
- JSTD25H: Related two-hand control device with an M12 connection configuration.
- JSHD series enabling devices: Used for different operator-enabling functions; not automatically interchangeable with a two-hand control unit.
These are related products, not confirmed drop-in replacements. Verify the exact actuator arrangement, emergency-stop function, cable and connector type, and required safety performance before selecting an alternative.
Frequently asked questions
Q1: What is ABB -C20700?
It is a mobile two-hand safety control device with two Safeball actuators, a rotatable right-hand Safeball, and an emergency-stop button in the cataloged configuration. Its ABB order number is 2TLA930053R0000.
Q2: Is -C20700 a PLC module or a 25-pin connector?
No. It is a handheld machine safety operating device. The “25P” designation is part of the product-family name and should not be interpreted as evidence that the unit is a 25-pin connector or an I/O module.
Q3: What is the operating voltage?
ABB’s catalog lists a nominal operating-voltage range of 10–30 V DC. Verify the applicable circuit and wiring requirements before connecting the device.
Q4: What is its IP rating?
The ABB catalog lists IP40. Do not assume that this model is suitable for washdown or environments requiring protection against water ingress.
Q5: Can it replace another model?
Not automatically. Models in the same family may differ in auxiliary controls, cable arrangement, and other options. Compare the complete model designation and physical configuration before approving a substitute.
Q6: Does this device alone guarantee machine safety?
No. Its suitability depends on the machine risk assessment, the safety-control architecture, correct wiring, and validation of the complete protective function. Installation should follow the machine manufacturer’s safety procedures.
Q7: What should be checked before purchase?
Confirm the ABB order number, physical control arrangement, emergency-stop configuration, cable length, condition, and availability of inspection or functional-test evidence. Ask the supplier to provide photographs of the actual unit and its identification label.
Procurement recommendation
When she ABB , use bifiers— and 2TLA930053R0000—in the purchase specification. Ask the supplier to confirm the actual cable length, rotatable right-hand Safeball, emergency-stop button, and connection arrangement.
Before accepting the unit, verify:
- The model and order number match the required configuration.
- The housing, actuators, emergency-stop button, cable, and terminations are undamaged.
- The supplier clearly declares whether the unit is new, unused surplus, refurbished, or used.
- Any claimed functional testing is supported by a description of the test performed.
- The device is compatible with the machine’s existing safety circuit and approved operating procedure.
Because this is a machine safety component, a physical match is not sufficient evidence of suitability. Confirm the required safety function and validate the complete installation before returning the machine to operation.
