ABB 1KHL016009R0001 G4AK Control Board – Obsolete AC800M Spare Part

Technical Dossier

Product Details And Specifications

ABB 1KHL016009R0001 G4AK Control Board – Obsolete AC800M Spare Part

RFQ support for obsolete parts: Send the model number, required quantity and destination so DriveKNMS can confirm sourcing options before quotation.

Technical Specifications

Note: Electrical parameters not confirmed from official documentation are intentionally omitted. Contact us for datasheet verification prior to installation.

Solving the Discontinued Hardware Crisis

The ABB AC800M platform was the backbone of process automation across refining, pulp and paper, power generation, and chemical manufacturing for over two decades. Many of these installations remain in active production today, running processes that cannot be interrupted without significant financial and safety consequences.

Q: How are RFQ terms confirmed?
A: Quantity, required condition, documentation needs, destination and sourcing route are confirmed during RFQ review before quotation.

Extending the operational life of an AC800M installation by 5 to 10 years through strategic spare parts procurement is not a workaround — it is a documented asset protection strategy. The capital expenditure avoided by deferring a DCS migration by even three years typically funds an entire spare parts program many times over. Plants that maintain a vetted inventory of critical boards, processor modules, and communication cards retain full control over their upgrade timeline rather than being forced into emergency decisions by hardware failure.

DriveKNMS sources 1KHL016009R0001 G4AK boards through established industrial surplus and decommissioning channels. Each unit is individually assessed before being offered for sale.

Condition & Reliability Assurance

Discontinued hardware carries inherent age-related risks that standard incoming inspection does not address. Our 5-step QA process for legacy control boards is designed around the failure modes specific to boards of this generation:

Step 1 – Electrolytic Capacitor Assessment: Capacitor aging is the primary failure mechanism in boards of this era. Each unit is inspected for bulging, electrolyte leakage, and ESR deviation. Suspect capacitors are replaced with specification-matched components before the board is offered for sale.

Step 2 – Firmware Version Verification: Where accessible, firmware revision is documented and cross-referenced against known compatibility requirements for AC800M controller configurations. Boards with unverifiable firmware are flagged accordingly.

Step 4 – Functional Bench Test: Where test fixtures are available for this board type, a power-on functional check is performed. Results are documented and accompany the unit.

Step 5 – Packaging and ESD Protection: All boards are packaged in anti-static bags with desiccant and rigid outer protection suitable for international freight.

Key Features for System Maintenance

The 1KHL016009R0001 G4AK is a direct drop-in replacement for the same part number within compatible AC800M controller chassis. No hardware reconfiguration of the chassis is required. In most documented installations, the replacement board is recognized by the controller without firmware re-flashing or re-engineering of the control application — eliminating the need for costly control system engineering hours during the swap.

Q: How is condition confirmed before quotation?
A: Available condition, photos, test records and documentation are checked according to the requested model and sourcing channel before a formal RFQ response.

Should I buy more than one unit?
For any facility operating a single AC800M controller with no redundancy, holding a minimum of two spare boards is the standard recommendation. For multi-controller installations, a ratio of one spare per four installed units is a practical starting point. Given the declining availability of this part number, procurement decisions made today will be significantly more difficult to execute in 12 to 24 months.

Can you source related AC800M spare parts?
Yes. DriveKNMS maintains inventory across the AC800M product family including processor modules, communication boards, and power supply units. Contact us with your full BOM for a consolidated quote.