GE IS210AEBIH1B Industrial Digital Input Module

Name: GE IS210AEBIH1B Industrial Digital Input Module
SKU: 19136
Price: 1299.00 USD
Availability: InStock

1. Product Description

GE IS210AEBIH1B is an industrial-grade digital input module from GE, designed to collect and transmit on/off status signals from industrial devices. It’s ideal for use in factory automation lines, robotic workcells, packaging machines, and power distribution cabinets—scenarios where you need to monitor the status of devices like limit switches, proximity sensors, emergency stop buttons, or door interlocks, and send that status to a central controller (e.g., PLC or DCS) for real-time control.

What makes it practical:

Reliable Status Collection: Reads digital signals (either “on”—e.g., a sensor detecting a product—or “off”—e.g., a door being open) and converts them into controller-friendly data. It ensures no missed signals, which is critical for safety and process continuity (e.g., stopping a conveyor if a limit switch is triggered).

Easy to Integrate: Works seamlessly with GE’s control systems (and most standard automation platforms) via simple wiring—no complex programming for basic setup. It also has LED indicators for each input channel, so you can quickly see if a device is sending an “on” or “off” signal.

Tough for Industrial Use: Built with a rugged plastic housing that resists dust, vibration, and mild moisture. It works reliably in busy factory floors, enclosed control cabinets, or areas with slight temperature changes (e.g., near motors or heaters).

It’s perfect for monitoring limit switches on a packaging machine (to confirm boxes are in the right position) or tracking emergency stop button status in a robotic workcell (to ensure safety if a button is pressed).

2. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Category	Specific Details
Digital Input Channels	16 channels (each supports 24V DC digital signals, standard for industrial devices)
Input Voltage Range	18V DC – 30V DC (compatible with most industrial 24V DC power systems)
Input Current	Max 5mA per channel (low power, won’t overload sensors)
Response Time	≤1ms (fast enough for real-time safety controls, e.g., emergency stops)
Signal Isolation	500V AC (between channels and power, prevents electrical interference)
Power Supply	24V DC (18V-30V DC wide range)
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +60°C (suitable for factory/plant environments)
Mounting Style	DIN rail (35mm standard, clips easily into control cabinets)
Size (W×H×D)	35mm×120mm×90mm (compact, saves space in crowded cabinets)
Certifications	IEC 61131-2, UL 508, CE (meets global industrial safety and performance standards)

3. System Integration

The IS210AEBIH1B acts as a “status reporter” between field devices and controllers—simple to integrate and essential for automation:

Signal Collection & Transmission: Connects to 16 digital devices (e.g., 8 proximity sensors + 8 limit switches). When a device sends an “on” signal (e.g., a sensor detects a product), the module converts this into digital data and sends it to the controller. The controller then uses this data to trigger actions (e.g., starting a sealing process on a packaging machine).

Interference Protection: Built-in signal isolation blocks electrical noise from nearby motors, power cables, or heavy machinery. This stops false signals (e.g., a sensor being mistakenly read as “on” due to noise) that could cause wrong control actions (e.g., a conveyor starting unexpectedly).

Fast Setup & Troubleshooting: Uses standard thin wire (0.5-1.5mm²) for device and power connections. It clips onto a DIN rail next to other modules (e.g., power supplies or analog input cards) and takes 10-15 minutes to wire. LEDs next to each channel light up (green) when a signal is detected—if a light is off, you can quickly check the device’s wiring or power, no need to disconnect the whole system.

Safety Compliance: Works with emergency stop buttons and safety interlocks to send fast status signals to the controller. Its ≤1ms response time ensures the controller can stop equipment quickly if a safety issue is detected (e.g., an emergency stop button being pressed).

4. Related Models in the Same Series

Model	Key Differences & Uses
GE IS210AEBIH2B	8 digital input channels (instead of 16) – for smaller systems (e.g., a small robotic workcell with 5 sensors and 3 limit switches).
GE IS210AEBIH1C	Input voltage: 12V DC (instead of 24V DC) – for legacy devices or low-voltage systems (e.g., old industrial switches that run on 12V DC).
GE IS210AEBIH1D	Extended temperature range (-25°C to +70°C) – for harsh environments (e.g., cold storage facilities monitoring freezer door status or high-heat steel mill equipment).
GE IS210AEBIH1E	Higher isolation (2kV AC) – for high-noise areas (e.g., power plants, near large generators) to avoid signal interference with safety-critical devices (e.g., emergency stop buttons).
GE IS210AEBIH1F	Combined digital input (8 channels) + digital output (8 channels) – for systems that need to monitor device status and control small actuators (e.g., relays, LEDs) based on that status.
GE IS210AEBIH1G	Compact size (22.5mm width) – for ultra-tight control panels (e.g., small packaging machine cabinets with limited DIN rail space).
GE IS210AEBIH1H	Built-in diagnostic features – detects open wiring or short circuits in connected devices, making troubleshooting faster (e.g., identifying a broken sensor wire without testing each device).