ABB Vital 1: The Reliable Heart of Machine Safety
If you’ve been in the industrial sector for a while, you recognize the classic cream-colored housing of the Jokab Safety Vital 1. Today, while the branding has shifted to the sleek grey ABB design, the technology inside continues to set the standard for machine protection.
At SM Industrial Automation, we stock both the legacy and modern versions of this powerhouse relay to ensure your operations never skip a beat.
What hasn't changed? (The Specs)
Despite the visual update seen in our stock photos, the technical excellence remains the same:
Voltage: 24V DCSafety Level: Achieves up to Category 4 / PL e (ISO 13849-1) and SIL 3 (EN 62061).
Capacity: Monitor up to 30 DYNlink devices (like Eden sensors) on a single controller.
Outputs: 2 NO Safety Outputs (6A 250V) and 1 NC Info Output.
Practical Applications & Use Cases:
The Vital 1 is a "One-Stop Solution" for various industrial needs:
Series Monitoring: Ideal for production lines with many doors or hatches where you want to avoid complex wiring.Emergency Stops: High-reliability monitoring for E-stop buttons across your factory floor.
Legacy Maintenance: If your old Jokab unit needs replacing, the new ABB model is a direct 1:1 fit. No rewiring or panel modifications are needed!
Expert Tips for Installation
As seen on the side diagram of the unit:
Terminals 13-14 & 23-24: These are your safety relay outputs.
DYNlink Loop: Connect your sensors to the S1 and B1 terminals to start the safety circuit.
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