Product Description
The ABB 216GD61A, identified by HESG324436R3/A and HESG324428, is an ABB industrial control module associated with legacy excitation and control system hardware. The referenced listing identifies the unit as an ABB module with these three identifiers, while available product information describes it as a control/interface assembly used in ABB power-system equipment. Because different sources describe the exact functional role differently, the original nameplate, system documentation, and revision should be matched before replacement.

Product Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | ABB |
| Model | 216GD61A |
| Part Numbers | HESG324436R3/A, HESG324428 |
| Product Type | Industrial Control / Interface Module |
| Application | ABB Legacy Power & Control Systems |
| System Association | ABB Excitation / Control Equipment |
| Function | Control and signal interface |
| Condition | Verify actual inventory condition |
| Country of Origin | China / Sweden or Germany may appear in marketplace documentation |
| Status | Legacy / Obsolete replacement application |
| Installation | System-specific rack or cabinet installation |
| Compatibility | Match model, revision and original system configuration before installation |
FAQ
Q: What are the three numbers on this ABB module?
A: 216GD61A, HESG324436R3/A, and HESG324428 are the identifiers associated with the same product listing and should be used together when searching for a replacement.
Q: What should I check before ordering?
A: Compare the complete nameplate, hardware revision, connector arrangement, and original system application with the replacement module.
Q: Is 216GD61A still a current product?
A: Available marketplace information indicates that this is a legacy ABB component, and one current listing describes it as an obsolete product.
Q: Can this module be used as a direct replacement?
A: Do not assume interchangeability solely from the model number. Confirm the complete part number and revision against the existing ABB system documentation before installation.
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