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ABB - Process Automation 3BSE078822R1 - PLC Connect
ABB - Process Automation

3BSE078822R1

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Overview

The ABB PLC Connect Module (SKU 3BSE078822R1) is a software license from ABB Process Automation. It enables faceplates, graphical elements, and communication interfaces for PLC systems within ABB’s automation ecosystem. This single-system license supports connectivity with AC800M, AC500, Contronic E, Freelance, AC 800F, Melody, P13, and P14 control platforms. Designed for industrial process automation, it facilitates data exchange and system integration without hardware dependencies. The module is part of ABB’s Process Automation portfolio, ensuring compatibility with certified ABB control architectures.
  • Software license for ABB Process Automation systems
  • Enables faceplates and graphical elements for PLC interfaces
  • Single-system license for AC800M, AC500, Contronic E, Freelance, AC 800F, Melody, P13, and P14
  • Facilitates data exchange and system integration in process automation
  • Part of ABB’s certified Process Automation portfolio

Specifications

Series
PLC Connect
Freelance 2024 Engineering Standard

7PAA014326R0039

Freelance 2024 Engineering Standard
The Neat Board 32 (NB32-AD-TBL

NB32ADTBLCL

The Neat Board 32 (NB32-AD-TBL
SOFTWARE KIT SUPERDRIVE G2

KSDG2-SSW06

SOFTWARE KIT SUPERDRIVE G2
EcoStruxure ITA 1Yr 100Racks

WPLBA1Y100R-DIGI

EcoStruxure ITA 1Yr 100Racks
800xA for Harmony

3BSE078819R1

800xA for Harmony
PLC Connect Dial-Up

3BSE078823R1

PLC Connect Dial-Up
800xA for DCI

3BSE078820R1

800xA for DCI
800xA for Advant Master

3BSE078816R1

800xA for Advant Master

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABB PLC Connect Module 3BSE078822R1 used for?

The ABB PLC Connect Module 3BSE078822R1 provides faceplates, graphical elements, and means to communicate with PLC systems within ABB Process Automation.

Is the PLC Connect license per module or per system?

The license for the ABB PLC Connect 6.1.1 is one license per system.

Which ABB control systems are compatible with PLC Connect?

PLC Connect supports Contronic E, Freelance, AC 800F, Melody, P13, and P14 systems, as well as AC800M and AC500.

Frequently Asked Questions about ABB - Process Automation

What certifications and standards do ABB - Process Automation products comply with?

ABB - Process Automation products comply with an extensive range of international, national, and marine certifications, including IEC, EN, UL, CSA, CE, and marine classification society standards. Key certifications include IEC 60947 series standards for low-voltage switchgear, UL and CSA approvals for North American markets, CE marking for European compliance, and marine approvals from societies like Bureau Veritas, DNV, and Lloyd's Register of Shipping.

What industries and applications are ABB - Process Automation products used for?

ABB - Process Automation products are engineered for critical applications across multiple heavy-duty and process industries, including Chemical, Energy, Oil and Gas, Mining, Metals, Pulp and Paper, Marine and Offshore, Food and Beverage, and Water/Wastewater. Their solutions cover a wide range of applications such as pump and compressor systems, conveyors, cranes, hoists, fans, and complex industrial automation requirements, with specialized drive systems designed for high-reliability environments and sustainable industrial operations.

What technical support does ABB - Process Automation offer?

ABB - Process Automation offers comprehensive technical support through a full range of lifecycle services, including 24/7 support, software maintenance, technical assistance, repairs, spare parts logistics, training, and customized service agreements. Their technical support covers system diagnostics, cyber security, performance checks, and provides ongoing optimization to maximize plant availability, reliability, and operational excellence.

What are the main product lines offered by ABB - Process Automation?

ABB - Process Automation offers the comprehensive Compact Product Suite, which includes process controllers, field interfaces, HMIs, and control systems designed for industrial automation. Key product lines include the AC 800M Controller, S800 I/O systems, HR Series Controllers, SD/SDe Controllers, and ABB Ability™ Symphony® Plus platform. These products provide seamless integration, scalability, and high performance across process industries, supporting everything from small to large multi-system configurations.

What are the key features of ABB - Process Automation products?

ABB - Process Automation products feature a SIMPLE, SCALABLE, SEAMLESS, and SECURE total plant automation solution. The Symphony Plus system offers comprehensive integration across plant operations, supporting everything from small to large multi-system configurations with seamless device and system connectivity. Key capabilities include advanced cybersecurity, flexible control platforms, and the ability to integrate new technologies and functionalities incrementally while protecting existing control system investments.

What communication protocols do ABB - Process Automation products support?

ABB - Process Automation products support a comprehensive range of industrial communication protocols, including PROFIBUS DP V1, PROFINET with dual port, EtherNet/IP with dual port, CANopen, and Modbus RTU. Additional supported protocols include IEC 61850, OPC UA, and MasterBus 300, providing flexible connectivity for diverse industrial automation requirements.

What environmental ratings do ABB - Process Automation products have?

ABB - Process Automation products feature robust environmental ratings across multiple standards. Typical ratings include IP54 to IP66 protection levels, with options for dust-tight and water-resistant enclosures. Products are certified for various environmental conditions, including CSA and CE standards, with specific ratings for industrial and outdoor applications ranging from NEMA Type 1 to Type 4X enclosures.

What accessories are available for ABB - Process Automation products?

ABB - Process Automation offers a comprehensive range of accessories for motor protection and control products. Key accessories include expansion modules like the DX111-FBP.0 (digital inputs), VI150-FBP.0 (voltage module), and AI111.0 (analog/temperature module). Additional accessories span auxiliary contact blocks, electronic timers, interlocks, interface relays, terminal blocks, connection accessories, and mounting pieces for contactors and motor starters.

How are ABB - Process Automation products typically installed?

ABB - Process Automation products are installed through a comprehensive, professional process that includes precise equipment verification, systematic assembly, secure electrical connections, and thorough pre-commissioning and commissioning tests. Installation services cover critical steps such as foundation frame verification, equipment assembly, bushing and busbar installation, control cable connections, earthing system connection, and comprehensive functional testing to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

What is ABB - Process Automation's warranty policy?

ABB - Process Automation offers standard and extended warranty options for its industrial automation products. For specific product lines like S800 I/O, S900 I/O, Fieldbus, and AC 800M, customers can purchase extended warranty coverage ranging from 12 to 48 additional months. The extended warranty pricing is calculated as a percentage (3-12%) of the affected hardware articles in the order, with terms governed by ABB AB in Sweden's Process Control Products supply conditions.