ABB AC 800M

The ABB AC 800M are rail-mounted programmable automation controller (PAC) designed for process and power automation and safety applications. These high-integrity controllers offer scalability, various processing powers, and redundancy support to fit different application needs.

At PLCS-Automation, we offer a comprehensive inventory of ABB AC 800M devices and accessories for industrial automation.

Product Features and Capabilities

The ABB AC 800M products offer the following features:

• Modular Design: Modular, rail-mounted system with interchangeable components, allowing for flexible configuration and future expansion.
• Robust Communication: Features integrated communication capabilities, including on-board Ethernet ports and multiple communication modules, to connect to various industrial networks and third-party devices.
• Redundancy: Designed with high availability and fault tolerance, plus features like fast switch-over times between topologically separated CPU modules.
• Extensive I/O Support: Supports a broad range of I/O signals, including intrinsically safe signals for hazardous environments.
• Scalability: Highly scalable and easily adapts to changing requirements, such as expanding processes.
• Integration: Enabling centralized management of control, safety, and electrical automation on a single platform.

ABB AC 800M and Other Products Available

The key products and accessories offered under the ABB AC 800M range are:

• Processor Unit: Used for plant automation in process industries, these execute the control logic, monitoring and managing a wide range of industrial processes.
• Safety CPU Module: Offering both integrated and standalone functionality, these are designed for safety-critical applications, enabling diagnostics and monitoring.
• Redundant Processor Unit: Offers hardware redundancy through automatic switchover in case of CPU failure in process and safety automation.
• Bus Interconnection Unit: Allows for the connection of modules and I/O systems through the internal CEX bus for communication through redundant configurations.
• RCU Link Terminator: Maintains stability and prevents signal reflections to ensure proper signal transmission on the communication bus by terminating the electrical signal at the end of a link.
• Communication Interface Modules: Includes IEC 61850, Modbus TCP Interface, Ethernet Interface, FF HSE Interface, RS 232-C Interface, PROFIBUS-DP/V1 interface, and similar modules, compatible with standard industrial communication protocols.
  

  Applications and Industries

The ABB AC 800M products are used by the following industries:

• Oil and Gas: Manages processes and safety in upstream and downstream operations.
• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Deploys complete control systems for managing water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Chemical: Used for process automation in both fine and specialty chemical plants.
• Power Generation: Manages critical control and safety functions in power plants.
• Manufacturing Automation: Streamlines operations in manufacturing, such as controlling robotic arms and assembly lines.
• Pulp and Paper: Controls and optimizes production processes in paper manufacturing.
• Building Automation: Manages and optimizes large-scale building systems, including HVAC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Communication Protocols Does the AC 800m Support?

The ABB AC 800M supports various communication protocols through specific interface modules, which include OPC UA, Profibus, Modbus RTU, DeviceNet, and EtherNet/IP.

Can I Simulate the Control Logic Before Deploying It to the Physical Controller?

The Compact Control Builder software comes with a built-in simulation tool (SoftControl) that runs with the base software and allows the testing and verification of the control logic offline.

What is the Difference Between the AC 800m and AC500 PLCS?

The AC 800M is primarily used for the larger, integrated System 800xA DCS and Compact Product Suite, and is designed for complex process automation with high-level integration features. The AC500 is ABB’s flagship standalone modular PLC line, which is used across various machinery and industrial applications, and programmed using the Automation Builder environment.

Can the AC 800m Be Used for Safety Applications?

The ABB AC 800M High Integrity controllers are TÜV certified for safety applications up to SIL2 or SIL3 requirements, which is in accordance with standards like IEC 61508 and IEC 62443.