SA/S 8.16.6.1 ABB KNX Switch Actuator 8-Fold 16A C-Load Rated 200uF for High-Inrush Lighting and Motor Circuits
The SA/S 8.16.6.1 is a professional-grade modular component of the ABB i-bus® KNX building automation system, engineered to deliver exceptional reliability, energy efficiency, and operational scalability for modern intelligent infrastructure.
As part of the globally recognized Switch Actuator range, this device represents the integration of advanced engineering standards with high-durability hardware, ensuring seamless coordination of critical building services such as lighting control, power distribution, and load management.
Designed for DIN-rail installation, the SA/S 8.16.6.1 facilitates modular system architecture, allowing building operators to implement decentralized control networks that significantly reduce energy overhead and enhance occupant comfort.
| Product Model | SA/S 8.16.6.1 |
| Product Range | ABB i-bus® KNX System |
| Communication Protocol | Standard KNX TP1 (S-Mode / PL-Link compatible) |
| Output Configuration | 8 independent switching outputs |
| Rated Operating Voltage | 250/440 V AC load supply / 24-30 V DC Bus |
| Control Power Supply | Bus-powered via KNX line (DC 24-30 V SELV) |
| Current Consumption | approx. 12 mA from bus |
| Logic & Time Functions | AND, OR, XOR, Staircase lighting with pre-warning, Scene control (8 scenes), On/Off delay |
| Functional Logic | C-Load capacity (up to 200 uF), manual operation via slide switches, zero-crossing switching protection |
| Wiring Interface | Maintenance-free PUSH-IN or industrial screw terminals (0.2 - 6.0 mm²) |
| Mounting Type | Standard DIN Rail TH35 (EN 60715) |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to +45°C (standard indoor operational envelope) |
| Ingress Protection | IP20 (Indoor mounting environments) |
| Certifications | CE Marked, RoHS, REACH, KNX Certified, Green Premium, BTL Listed |
- Built with sustainable, halogen-free materials
- Future-ready firmware for system longevity
- Supports LEED, WELL, and Green Premium certifications
- Engineered for 24/7 mission-critical operations
- Ideal for high-end commercial, healthcare, and luxury residential applications
The SA/S 8.16.6.1 is specifically engineered for high-inrush current environments. In modern office facilities with extensive LED lighting, this device handles the capacitive startup spikes of electronic ballasts without relay welding. It is also suitable for switching fan motors and large incandescent lamp groups where inductive or capacitive surges are common.
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