S500 I/O range
The ABB S500 I/O range includes modular digital and analog modules – available in Standard, Eco, XC (harsh environments), and Safety variants – for flexible and scalable automation with AC500 PLCs.
Find your fit – The S500 I/O range explained
S500-eCo – The entry-level I/O for basic automation
Ideal for simple, cost-sensitive applications with standard environmental demands. S500-eCo offers reliable digital and analog I/Os for basic signal tasks.
S500 – The standard for reliable, modular I/O integration
S500 modules are the flexible core of ABB’s I/O offering for typical automation environments. Perfect for a wide range of digital and analog signals.
S500-S Safety – Certified I/O for functional safety applications
Tailored for SIL3/PL e safety systems, these modules provide safe input/output handling for critical processes. Work seamlessly with AC500-S.
S500-XC – Rugged I/O for extreme field conditions
Built for use in harsh environments with high vibration, EMC, and temperature demands. S500-XC ensures signal reliability under extreme conditions.
S500-eCo I/O modules
ABB’s S5000-eCo I/O modules offer efficient, modular signal handling for basic to medium automation tasks. Designed for space-saving installations, they fit perfectly into cost-sensitive applications while integrating seamlessly with the AC500 PLC platform for scalable control.
Benefits:
- Cost-effective solution for non-critical I/O needs
- Easy integration with AC500-eCo and small PLC setups
Industries and applications:
- Machine automation
- Packaging systems
- Water treatment
- Building control
- Energy distribution
- Material handling
S500 I/O modules
ABB’s S500 I/O modules provide modular, high-performance signal handling for a wide range of automation needs. Whether centralized or remote, digital, analog or multifunctional – they integrate seamlessly into the AC500 PLC platform for flexible, scalable control.
Benefits:
- Wide signal variety and modularity for versatile applications
- Fully integrated with AC500 PLCs in industrial environments
Industries and applications:
- Machine automation
- Packaging systems
- Water treatment
- Building control
- Energy distribution
- Material handling
S500-S I/O modules
S500-S modules are part of ABB’s modular I/O system, designed for cost-efficient applications with reliable signal processing and AC500 PLC integration.
Benefits:
- Designed for safety-related automation up to SIL3/PL e
- Mechanically coded for secure, error-free setup
Industries and applications:
- Building automation
- Factory automation
- Food and beverage
- Material handling
- Packaging machinery
- HVAC systems
S500-XC I/O modules
S500-XC modules offer extended temperature, vibration, and EMC protection, making them ideal for challenging industrial environments with ABB AC500 PLCs.
Benefits:
- Resistant to –40 °C to +70 °C, shock, and EMC stress
- Ideal for marine, mining, oil & gas, and transport sectors
Industries and applications:
- Oil and gas
- Marine and offshore
- Railway and transportation
- Water and wastewater treatment
- Mining
- Chemical processing