Communication Protocols | Industrial Automation Networks | Industry Standard: RS485 (basic industrial connectivity) Our Base: RS485 + Modbus (ISO 11783 compliant) Our Advanced: RS485 + Modbus + HART (bidirectional diagnostics) | ▲▲ Advanced: Supports HART for real-time diagnostics (e.g., AI815 module) Industry Standard: Cost-effective for simple setups | Industry Standard: Limited protocol flexibility Advanced: Higher cost due to HART integration |
I/O Channels | Process Control Systems | Industry Standard: 4 channels (0–10V) Our Base: 8 channels (0–20mA/0–5V) Our Advanced: 16 channels (expandable via daisy-chaining) | ▲ Base: Doubles standard I/O capacity (e.g., AI810/AO810) ▲▲ Advanced: Scalable for complex systems | Industry Standard: Limited to basic applications Advanced: Requires advanced configuration |
Signal Conversion | Sensor Integration | Industry Standard: Analog-to-digital (12-bit resolution) Our Base: Analog-to-digital (16-bit resolution) Our Advanced: HART-enabled analog-to-digital (16-bit + diagnostics) | ▲ Base: 4x higher precision than standard (e.g., AI815) ▲▲ Advanced: Dual functionality for diagnostics and control | Industry Standard: Lower accuracy for critical processes Advanced: Adds complexity for non-HART systems |
Protocol Compatibility | Multi-System Integration | Industry Standard: Single-protocol (e.g., RS485) Our Base: Dual-protocol (RS485 + Modbus) Our Advanced: Triple-protocol (RS485 + Modbus + HART) | ▲▲ Advanced: Seamless integration with legacy and modern systems | Industry Standard: Limited interoperability Advanced: Requires trained technicians |
Modularity | Factory Upgrades | Industry Standard: Fixed mounting Our Base: DIN rail mount (IEC 60715 compliant) Our Advanced: Hot-swappable modules (no shutdown required) | ▲▲ Advanced: Zero-downtime maintenance (e.g., DO810) ▲ Base: Easy installation in control cabinets | Industry Standard: Inflexible for upgrades Advanced: Higher upfront cost |
Warranty & Support | Long-Term Industrial Use | Industry Standard: 6 months Our Base: 1 year (ABB standard) Our Advanced: 2 years + remote diagnostics | ▲▲ Advanced: Extended coverage and proactive support (via ABB’s cloud platform) | Industry Standard: Minimal post-purchase support Advanced: Premium pricing |