Brand: Advantech

Advantech ADAM-6017 8-Channel Analog Input Ethernet I/O Module

Name: Advantech ADAM-6017 Ethernet I/O Module – Datasheet & Quote
Brand: Advantech

Description

Overview

The Advantech ADAM-6017 is a rugged Ethernet-based remote I/O module engineered for high-accuracy analog signal acquisition in industrial monitoring and control networks. Equipped with 8 configurable analog input channels supporting voltage, current, and millivolt signal types alongside 2 isolated digital output channels, the ADAM-6017 is purpose-built for facilities that require reliable, distributed data acquisition across large plant floors, utility substations, and remote process areas without the cost and complexity of a full PLC installation. Its native support for Modbus TCP, MQTT, SNMP, and RESTful API protocols makes it equally suited to legacy SCADA integration and modern IIoT cloud telemetry projects.

Working closely with plant engineers in the region, Seven Star LLC proudly supplies the ADAM-6017 to industrial facilities, oil and gas operators, and system integrators throughout the Sultanate of Oman and the wider GCC. Customers purchasing through Seven Star LLC receive Advantech hardware with the manufacturer datasheet and local technical support.

Measurement Principle of the Advantech ADAM-6017

Each of the ADAM-6017’s 8 analog input channels is independently configurable for a range of signal types, including ±150 mV, ±500 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, ±10 V, 0–20 mA, 4–20 mA, and ±20 mA, giving instrumentation engineers the flexibility to interface directly with transmitters, sensors, and transducers already deployed in the field. Internally, the module digitizes each input with a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter at a combined sampling rate of up to 100 samples per second, delivering accuracy of ±0.1% for voltage ranges and ±0.2% for current ranges – precision suitable for custody-grade monitoring and process control applications.

On the ADAM-6017, all analog channels are galvanically isolated to 2,000 VDC, protecting both the module and connected host systems from ground loops, transient surges, and electrical noise commonly encountered in industrial environments. On the ADAM-6017, the two isolated digital outputs operate in sink mode up to 30 VDC and 100 mA per channel, allowing the ADAM-6017 to drive alarms, relays, or indicator circuits directly in response to threshold conditions. Because the entire measurement and control chain is handled digitally over Ethernet, there are no moving parts to wear, no manual calibration adjustments in the field, and no risk of signal degradation over long cable runs the way analog 4–20 mA loops alone would suffer.

Engineering Design of the Advantech ADAM-6017

The ADAM-6017 is housed in a compact, DIN-rail mountable polycarbonate enclosure rated for operating temperatures from –40°C to 70°C, making it suitable for unconditioned outdoor cabinets, rooftop utility rooms, and harsh process areas across Oman’s industrial zones. Field wiring connects through a 13-pin and a 9-pin plug-in screw terminal block, allowing technicians to pre-wire the terminal block off-module and simply plug it in during commissioning or replacement, minimizing downtime during maintenance.

On the ADAM-6017, connectivity is handled through a single RJ45 Ethernet port supporting 10/100 Mbps communication, with the module drawing power from a 10–30 VDC supply for compatibility with standard 24 VDC industrial power systems. A built-in web server allows engineers to configure channel ranges, network parameters, and I/O mapping directly from a browser with no proprietary software required, while an onboard watchdog timer automatically recovers the module from unexpected communication faults, and the Peer-to-Peer function allows I/O status to be mapped directly between ADAM-6000 series modules without a host controller.

Key Features

The ADAM-6017 combines flexible analog measurement with dependable Ethernet connectivity, and the ADAM-6017’s key features reflect Advantech’s focus on reliable distributed I/O for industrial networks.

The ADAM-6017 provides eight analog input channels independently configurable for voltage, current, or millivolt signal ranges to match existing field transmitters.
Two isolated digital output channels rated up to 30 VDC and 100 mA per channel for direct alarm or relay actuation.
16-bit resolution analog-to-digital conversion delivering ±0.1% voltage accuracy and ±0.2% current accuracy.
2,000 VDC channel isolation protecting against ground loops and industrial electrical noise.
Native support for Modbus TCP, MQTT with TLS, SNMP, RESTful API, and ASCII command protocols.
Built-in web server for browser-based configuration without dedicated software installation.
Google Cloud Logic (GCL) engine for executing basic logic control rules directly on the module.
Wide operating temperature range of –40°C to 70°C with a rugged DIN-rail mountable enclosure.

Industrial Applications

The Advantech ADAM-6017 is widely deployed across process monitoring, building automation, and remote asset tracking applications where distributed analog acquisition over standard Ethernet infrastructure is preferable to hardwiring every sensor back to a central PLC. Typical ADAM-6017 installations include cooling tower and chiller plant monitoring in district cooling networks, tank level and pressure transmitter aggregation in RO desalination plants, temperature and current monitoring in power distribution substations, and remote wellhead instrumentation in upstream oil and gas fields. Its compact footprint and web-based configuration also make it a practical fit for retrofitting monitoring points into existing hospitality, hospital, and commercial HVAC systems without disrupting existing control architecture.

With fast quotation turnaround and technical support, Seven Star LLC distributes the ADAM-6017 to industrial clients, EPC contractors, and system integrators across Muscat, Sohar, and Salalah, supporting projects in the Sohar and Salalah economic zones as well as broader GCC industrial developments. Technical support for the ADAM-6017 helps plant engineers specify it correctly, with availability of replacement units and spares confirmed at quotation.

Technical Specifications

The following table summarizes the core technical specifications of the ADAM-6017, and every ADAM-6017 unit supplied by Seven Star LLC is tested prior to dispatch relevant to system integration and procurement planning.

Parameter	Specification
Model	ADAM-6017
Analog Input Channels	8, independently configurable
Input Types	Voltage (V, mV), Current (mA)
Input Ranges	±150 mV, ±500 mV, ±1 V, ±5 V, ±10 V, 0–20 mA, 4–20 mA, ±20 mA
Resolution	16-bit
Sampling Rate	100 samples/second (total)
Accuracy	±0.1% (voltage), ±0.2% (current)
Digital Outputs	2 channels, sink type, 0–30 VDC, 100 mA max/channel
Isolation Voltage	2,000 VDC
Communication Interface	Ethernet (RJ45), 10/100 Mbps
Protocols	Modbus TCP, MQTT (TLS), SNMP, RESTful API, ASCII command, HTTP, DHCP, UDP
Connectors	1 × RJ45, 1 × 13-pin screw terminal, 1 × 9-pin screw terminal
Power Requirements	10–30 VDC
Operating Temperature	–40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F)
Certifications	CE, FCC, UL, KC, RoHS, Class I Division 2

Request a Quote for Advantech ADAM-6017 8-Channel Analog Input Ethernet I/O Module

Facility engineers and procurement teams across Oman and the GCC can request a formal RFQ for the ADAM-6017 directly from Seven Star LLC, with lead time confirmed at quotation and a full technical datasheet provided on request. With engineering support in Muscat, Seven Star LLC’s instrumentation division supports specification and selection for the ADAM-6017 – contact our technical sales team today to discuss your remote I/O and industrial Ethernet requirements.

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About brand

ADAM modules are how many instrument and SCADA engineers first come across Advantech. The Taiwanese company, founded in 1983 and based in Taipei, makes industrial computers, remote I/O and communication hardware. Seven Star LLC supplies Advantech automation products to system integrators and plant teams in Oman, and this page lists items such as an ADAM-6000 Ethernet I/O module, an ADAM-4000 serial converter and an IPC rackmount chassis.

Advantech ADAM and IPC products listed here

The ADAM-6017 is an 8-channel analog input module from the ADAM-6000 Ethernet I/O family. It brings voltage and current signals onto a network and is read by SCADA or PLC software over Modbus TCP. The ADAM-4520 belongs to the ADAM-4000 serial family and converts RS-232 to isolated RS-422 or RS-485, a common fix for linking a PC or panel to field devices. The IPC-623 is a 4U, 20-slot rackmount chassis that houses a backplane, CPU card and expansion cards for control room computers.

Ordering Advantech hardware: what we need

Send the full part number with its suffix. Advantech adds letters after the model, as in ADAM-6017-D, to mark the hardware revision, and existing configurations sometimes depend on it. For an IPC chassis, state the backplane, power supply and drive bay arrangement, since these are ordered as specific versions. We supply across the GCC and check part numbers against Advantech documentation.

Browse Advantech products by category: Industrial Computer, PLC & I/O Cards, Industrial Communications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What signal types can the Advantech ADAM-6017 measure?

The ADAM-6017 accepts voltage, millivolt, and current inputs across ranges including ±10 V, ±20 mA, and 4–20 mA on each of its 8 independently configurable analog input channels, making it compatible with most industrial transmitters already in service.

Does the ADAM-6017 reduce installation cost compared to a PLC-based system?

Yes. Because the ADAM-6017 communicates over standard Ethernet using Modbus TCP or MQTT, it eliminates the need for dedicated I/O wiring back to a central controller, cutting cabling costs and commissioning downtime on distributed monitoring points.

Is the ADAM-6017 compatible with existing SCADA and cloud platforms?

The module supports Modbus TCP for legacy SCADA integration alongside MQTT with TLS, SNMP, and a RESTful API for direct cloud telemetry, so it can serve both traditional automation systems and modern IIoT dashboards without additional gateways.

Can the ADAM-6017 operate without a host controller?

Yes. Its built-in Peer-to-Peer function can map I/O status directly to other ADAM-6000 series modules, and its onboard GCL logic engine can execute basic control rules locally, allowing simple automation tasks to run even if the host system is offline.

Is Seven Star LLC an experienced supply partner for Advantech products?

Yes, Seven Star LLC is an experienced supplier of Advantech in Oman and the GCC, supplying genuine ADAM-6017 modules with dedicated local technical support.

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