Description
Detailed Parameter Table
Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
Product Model | 3BHE037864R0106 |
Manufacturer | ABB |
Product Category | High-Performance Process Controller |
Processor Type | Dual-core PowerPC @ 1.3 GHz |
Memory Capacity | 2 GB DDR3 RAM / 4 GB Flash |
Redundancy Support | Hot-swappable 1:1 redundancy |
Safety Certification | SIL 3 (IEC 61508), TÜV certified |
Communication Interfaces | 2× Ethernet, 2× RS-485, PROFIBUS DP |
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
Power Supply | 24 V DC (18-30 V DC range) |
Power Consumption | 12 W (typical) |
MTBF | > 500,000 hours |
Vibration Resistance | 2.5 g (5-150 Hz) |
ABB 3BHE037864R0106
Product Introduction
The ABB 3BHE037864R0106 stands as the flagship processor module within ABB’s AC 800M PM865 controller series, engineered for mission-critical automation in continuous process industries. This high-availability controller forms the computational core of ABB’s Extended Automation System 800xA, executing complex regulatory control, safety instrumented functions (SIF), and batch sequencing with deterministic performance. The 3BHE037864R0106 integrates dual-core processing power with hardware-assisted real-time operating system (RTOS) to deliver microsecond-level response times for rapid control loops.
Designed for extreme reliability, this controller supports seamless 1:1 redundancy with automatic bumpless transfer during failover events. Its SIL 3 certification enables deployment in integrated safety systems where process shutdown logic and burner management require rigorous fault tolerance. The ABB 3BHE037864R0106 provides native integration with ABB’s S800 I/O modules and third-party devices via PROFIBUS DP, establishing a unified control architecture for refineries, power plants, and chemical complexes.
Core Advantages and Technical Highlights
Fault-Tolerant Architecture:
Featuring dual independent processing cores with synchronized memory buses, the ABB 3BHE037864R0106 executes parallel diagnostics while maintaining <10ms switchover during processor faults. Watchdog circuits continuously monitor core temperatures and voltage thresholds, initiating safe shutdown if parameters exceed limits.
Cybersecurity Fortification:
Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 hardware encrypts firmware and runtime data. Secure boot mechanisms with digital signature verification prevent unauthorized code execution, while role-based access control aligns with IEC 62443 standards.
Deterministic Performance:
Dedicated hardware coprocessors handle interrupt servicing and I/O scanning independently, ensuring consistent 10ms control loop execution even during communication load peaks. The memory management unit (MMU) isolates safety-critical functions from standard processes.
Scalable Connectivity:
Dual 100 Mbps Ethernet ports support ring topologies via RSTP/HSR protocols, while integrated PROFIBUS DP master interface connects up to 125 field devices. The RS-485 ports enable legacy device integration using Modbus RTU.
Typical Application Scenarios
In LNG liquefaction plants, the ABB 3BHE037864R0106 orchestrates cryogenic compressor anti-surge controls while simultaneously executing SIL 3 emergency depressurization logic. Its redundant architecture maintains continuous operation during turbine trip events, preventing cascade shutdowns that could cost $1M/hour in production loss.
Power utilities deploy this controller for boiler-turbine coordinated control, where millisecond-level response regulates steam valves during load ramping. The module’s -40°C cold-start capability ensures black-start readiness in arctic substations. For pharmaceutical batch processes, the 3BHE037864R0106 synchronizes reactor temperature control with CIP (Clean-in-Place) sequencing while maintaining electronic batch records compliant with 21 CFR Part 11.
ABB 3BHE037864R0106
Related Model Recommendations
PM866 Processor: Enhanced version with 1.8 GHz quad-core CPU
CI867 IEC 61850 Communication Interface: Grid protection integration
SD833 Power Supply: 24V DC redundant feed for PM865 rack
TA526 Redundancy Kit: Fiber-optic sync cables for 1:1 redundancy
S800 I/O Modules: Field signal interface (e.g., DI650, AI625)
COM620 Cyber Security Appliance: Firewall for controller networks
CP635 HMI Panel: Local operator interface
Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance Instructions
Installation Preparation:
Mount controller rack vertically with ≥100mm clearance on all sides. Verify earthing resistance <1Ω before power-up. Use ABB-recommended 24V DC power supplies with ripple <5%. For redundant configurations, install TA526 synchronization kit before applying power.
Maintenance Recommendations:
Perform annual RAM test via Control Builder M diagnostics. Monitor processor load through System 800xA diagnostics (sustained >75% requires optimization). Replace cooling fans every 5 years or when airflow sensors indicate >20% drop. Always maintain matched firmware versions in redundant pairs of 3BHE037864R0106 controllers.
Service and Guarantee Commitment
ABB provides a 36-month warranty for the 3BHE037864R0106, including advanced replacement for critical failures. Global support centers offer 24/7 technical assistance with guaranteed 2-hour response for Severity 1 cases. Lifecycle commitment ensures spare availability for 20 years post-manufacturing, supported by ABB’s Automation Sentinel program delivering cybersecurity patches and functional updates.
All controllers undergo 500-hour accelerated aging tests with thermal cycling (-40°C to +85°C) and 95% humidity exposure. SIL recertification services are available every 5 years, including full diagnostic coverage verification and safety validation reports compliant with IEC 61511 requirements.