The ABB 1SVR011718R2500 Analog Signal Converter was selected for its long-distance signal transmission capabilities, temperature stability, environmental resistance, and smart grid compatibility. Key features addressing Enel’s challenges include:
- Long-Distance Signal Integrity: The 1SVR011718R2500 uses signal amplification and noise cancellation technology to maintain signal integrity over cable runs of up to 1 km with less than 0.1% signal loss. This eliminates data inaccuracies from long-distance transmission, enabling precise performance optimization.
- Temperature-Stable Operation: The converter is designed with temperature-compensated circuitry, ensuring accurate signal conversion across a wide temperature range (-40°C to 85°C). This eliminates measurement errors caused by extreme outdoor temperatures in Seville.
- Robust Environmental Protection: Rated to IP67 protection class, the 1SVR011718R2500 is dust-tight and waterproof, withstanding humidity, dust storms, and occasional rain—common conditions at the Andasol farm. It also features advanced EMI shielding, reducing signal drop incidents by 95%.
- Smart Grid Compatibility: The converter supports MODBUS TCP/IP and IEC 61850 protocols, enabling seamless integration with Enel’s smart grid management platform. Real-time data synchronization eliminates manual data entry, reducing reporting time to 30 minutes and error rates to less than 1%.
- Low Power Consumption & Easy Installation: The 1SVR011718R2500 operates on 24 VDC power with low energy consumption (≤1 W), aligning with Enel’s sustainability goals. It features plug-and-play installation and DIN rail mounting, reducing deployment time by 60%.
Results: Higher Energy Yield, Reduced Downtime, and Smarter Grid Integration
Six months after deploying the ABB 1SVR011718R2500 Analog Signal Converter, Enel’s Andasol solar farm achieved significant operational improvements:
| Metric |
Before ABB 1SVR011718R2500 |
After ABB 1SVR011718R2500 |
Improvement |
| Annual Energy Yield |
1,250 GWh |
1,302.5 GWh |
4.2% Increase (€4.2 Million Additional Revenue) |
| Monthly Signal Drop Incidents |
20-25 |
1-2 |
95% Reduction |
| Measurement Error Rate |
4-6% |
<0.2% |
97% Reduction |
| Production Reporting Time |
3 Hours |
30 Minutes |
83% Reduction |
| Annual Technician Time for Signal Issues |
25-50 Hours |
3-5 Hours |
90% Reduction |
“The ABB 1SVR011718R2500 has been a game-changer for our solar farm operations,” Ruiz said. “The improved signal reliability has enabled us to optimize mirror alignment and heat transfer fluid control, resulting in a significant increase in energy yield. The seamless integration with our smart grid platform has also improved our operational efficiency. We plan to deploy the 1SVR011718R2500 across 20 additional solar and wind farms in Europe and Latin America by 2030.”
Luis Gonzalez, ABB’s Global Sales Director for Renewable Energy Solutions, commented: “Renewable energy facilities require signal converters that can deliver reliable performance in harsh outdoor environments while enabling seamless integration with smart grid systems. The ABB 1SVR011718R2500 is designed to meet these unique needs, helping renewable energy producers maximize energy yield, reduce operational costs, and support the global energy transition.”
Ludwigshafen, Germany – September 2026 – BASF SE, the world’s largest chemical producer, has achieved a 92% reduction in process measurement errors and a 30% decrease in unplanned downtime after deploying the ABB 1SVR011718R2500 Analog Signal Converter at its flagship Ludwigshafen plant. The upgrade, completed in Q2 2026, replaced the plant’s outdated signal conversion equipment—installed over 15 years ago—which struggled with signal interference, poor compatibility with modern sensors, and inaccurate data transmission. These issues posed critical risks to product quality and operational safety in the plant’s high-precision chemical synthesis processes.
