Description

The ABB 3HAC025338-006(-09B),known as the DSQC380A Safety Signal Board,is a critical control module within the ABB IRC5 robot controller cabinet.This board is responsible for processing safety-related signals such as Emergency Stop(E-stop),Safe Stop 1(SS1),Safe Stop 2(SS2),and Safety Door Interlocks,ensuring compliance with functional safety standards(e.g.,ISO 13849,IEC 62061).The DSQC380A interfaces with external safety devices and communicates with the main controller(DSQC377)to enforce safe robot operation.It plays a vital role in protecting personnel,equipment,and production processes in automated manufacturing environments such as automotive assembly,material handling,and welding cells.Designed for high reliability,the 3HAC025338-006 supports diagnostics and integration with ABB’s safety-rated control architecture.

Application Scenarios

At an automotive body shop in Michigan,a robotic spot welding cell repeatedly triggered unexpected shutdowns due to intermittent E-stop signals.Technicians traced the fault to the DSQC380A Safety Signal Board(3HAC025338-006),where corrosion on the terminal block caused false triggering.After replacing the board with a genuine ABB 3HAC025338-006(-09B)unit,the system stabilized.The new board’s improved contact sealing and noise filtering eliminated false trips.During a safety audit,the DSQC380A correctly executed a Safe Stop 1 command within 150 ms,bringing the robot to a controlled halt without triggering a full E-stop—demonstrating its role in maintaining production continuity while ensuring operator safety.

Parameter

Main Parameters Value/Description

Product Model DSQC380A

ABB Part Number 3HAC025338-006

Revision-09B

Manufacturer ABB Robotics

Product Category Safety Signal Board

Controller Compatibility ABB IRC5,IRC5 Compact

Function Safety Input Monitoring(E-stop,SS1,SS2,Safety Door)

Safety Standards Complies with ISO 13849-1(PL d/e),IEC 62061(SIL 2/3)

Input Types Emergency Stop,Safe Stop 1,Safety Door Interlock,etc.

Interface Terminal block for field safety wiring

LED Indicators Status LEDs for power,safety circuit status,and fault conditions

Mounting DIN rail mounted inside IRC5 cabinet

Operating Temperature 0°C to+45°C

Storage Temperature-25°C to+70°C

Humidity 5%to 95%RH(non-condensing)

Standards Compliance CE,UL,RoHS

Technical Principles and Innovative Values

Innovation Point 1:Dual-channel safety monitoring with redundancy ensures reliable detection of E-stop and safety door signals,meeting SIL 2/3 and PL d/e requirements for high-risk industrial applications.

Innovation Point 2:Fast response time(typically<200 ms)enables rapid robot shutdown upon safety circuit interruption,minimizing risk to personnel and equipment.

Innovation Point 3:Integrated diagnostics and LED indicators allow technicians to quickly identify safety circuit faults(e.g.,open E-stop loop,short circuit),reducing downtime during troubleshooting.

Innovation Point 4:Seamless integration with IRC5 safety architecture ensures compatibility with SafeMove,Safe Stop,and Safe Operating Stop functions,enabling advanced safety strategies without external relays.

Application Cases and Industry Value

A Tier-1 automotive supplier in Germany uses over 200 ABB robots for painting and assembly.After a series of safety system false alarms,they conducted a fleet-wide audit and found aging DSQC380A boards in multiple IRC5 cabinets.Replacing them with new 3HAC025338-006(-09B)boards eliminated nuisance trips.The updated boards’enhanced EMI filtering and contact reliability improved system uptime by 18%,saving over€200,000 annually in lost production.

In a battery manufacturing plant in South Korea,DSQC380A boards are used in robotic palletizing cells handling flammable materials.The reliable safety interlock monitoring provided by the 3HAC025338-006 ensures that robots stop immediately if a safety gate is opened,preventing sparks near volatile environments.Over two years,the system recorded zero safety incidents,contributing to the plant’s ISO 45001 certification.

Related Product Combination Solutions

ABB DSQC377(3HAC027852-001):Main Controller Board–processes safety commands from DSQC380A

ABB DSQC384(3HAC025339-006):Axis Computer Board–works with safety system for motion control

ABB DSQC355A(3HAC025335-006):Drive Module–receives stop commands from safety circuit

ABB SafeMove 2:Software suite for safe zone monitoring and speed limiting

ABB FlexPendant(3HES2752-1):Teaching device with integrated E-stop

ABB IRC5 Power Supply Unit(3HAC025532-001):Supplies power to safety boards

ABB Control Panel Cable(3HAC027727-001):Connects E-stop and safety inputs to DSQC380A

ABB DSQC380A Spare Terminal Block:Replacement for field wiring maintenance

Installation,Maintenance,and Full-Cycle Support

The DSQC380A(3HAC025338-006-09B)installs on a DIN rail inside the ABB IRC5 cabinet and connects to the backplane and safety I/O terminal block.Field safety devices(E-stop buttons,door switches)are wired to the terminal block.The board is not user-configurable;safety logic is managed by the IRC5 controller.

Routine maintenance includes visual inspection of wiring,cleaning dust,and verifying LED status.No calibration is required.

Our full-cycle support includes genuine ABB replacement boards,technical documentation(wiring diagrams,service manuals),on-site diagnostics,repair/exchange services,and legacy system upgrades.We also offer safety system validation and operator training.