Description
Detailed Parameter Table
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
| Product Model | 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Category | PROFIBUS Communication Interface |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC (±10%) |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 3.8 W |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Communication Protocols | PROFIBUS DP-V1, Modbus RTU |
| Data Transfer Rate | 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps |
| Isolation | 500 V AC (channel-to-system) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 55 x 117 mm (HxWxD) |
| Mounting | DIN rail TS35 |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Certifications | CE, UL, SIL 2 |
ABB GBU72 3BHE055094R0002
Product Introduction
The ABB 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 is a high-performance PROFIBUS DP-V1 communication interface module engineered for ABB’s AC 800M control platform. This module bridges ABB’s flagship DCS with PROFIBUS field devices, enabling deterministic data exchange for critical process automation. As part of ABB’s Industrial Automation portfolio, the 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 supports slave-to-master integration of sensors, drives, and remote I/O across complex industrial networks.
Designed for mission-critical applications, the ABB 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 features galvanic isolation and signal conditioning to maintain data integrity in electrically noisy environments. Its integration with ABB’s Control Builder M engineering suite simplifies configuration while supporting advanced diagnostics. The module serves as a key interoperability component in modern digitalization strategies, enabling legacy equipment to coexist with Industry 4.0 architectures.
Core Advantages and Technical Highlights
Robust Communication Architecture: The ABB 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 features dual PROFIBUS ports with automatic baud rate detection and signal regeneration. Its adaptive timing algorithms compensate for cable attenuation, sustaining <0.001% bit error rates at 12 Mbps across 1,200-meter segments.
Extreme Environment Resilience: With conformal-coated PCBs and wide-temperature components, the 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 operates reliably in -40°C Arctic conditions or +70°C desert heat. It withstands 95% non-condensing humidity and 5g vibration loads, exceeding IEC 61131-2 standards.
Redundancy and Diagnostics: Hot-swappable design enables <15ms failover during module replacement. Front-panel LEDs provide real-time status for power, bus activity, and errors. Integrated diagnostic counters track telegram errors and station failures, reducing MTTR by 40%.
Cybersecurity Hardened: Includes firmware signature verification and hardware write-protection switches to prevent unauthorized configuration changes, meeting IEC 62443 requirements.
Typical Application Scenarios
Power Generation: In turbine control systems, the ABB 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 interfaces ABB’s Symphony Plus DCS with PROFIBUS-connected governors and exciter systems. It synchronizes >500 I/O points for steam valve control while maintaining deterministic response times <5ms.
Oil & Gas: For offshore platforms, the module integrates SIL 3-rated safety systems (ESD/F&G) with process control networks. Its galvanic isolation prevents ground loops in cathodically protected pipelines, enabling corrosion monitoring across 15km subsea PROFIBUS segments.
Water Treatment: The 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 connects SCADA systems to remote pumping stations, surviving chlorinated atmospheres while transmitting flow/pressure data. In desalination plants, it bridges legacy Modbus RTU instruments to modern DCS architectures.
Mining: Deployed in conveyor drive control, the module operates in dust-laden environments while coordinating motor starters and weigh scales across distributed PROFIBUS networks.
ABB GBU72 3BHE055094R0002
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Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance
Installation: Mount the ABB 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72 on TS35 DIN rail using M4 clamps (0.8 Nm torque). Maintain ≥50mm clearance above/below for ventilation. Use shielded PROFIBUS cables with proper grounding at one end. Verify bus termination via 220Ω resistors at segment ends.
Commissioning: Load GSD file (GSDML-V2.3-ABB-GBU72.xml) in Control Builder M. Set PROFIBUS address via rotary switches. Validate signal integrity using oscilloscope checks for symmetrical 1Vpp waveform.
Maintenance: Quarterly: Clean vents with dry nitrogen (≤2 bar). Annually: Verify firmware compatibility with controller. Monitor diagnostic counters via SFC 51; replace if error rate >0.01%. Store spares in anti-static bags with 40-60% humidity.
Service and Guarantee Commitment
ABB provides a 36-month warranty for the 3BHE055094R0002 GBU72, covering material/process defects. Global technical support includes 24/7 phone diagnostics (≤15 min response) and on-site assistance within 48 hours for critical failures. Registered users receive lifetime firmware updates via ABB’s Automation Asset Vault.
Each module undergoes 1,000 thermal shock cycles (-40°C ↔ +85°C) and 96-hour salt spray testing per IEC 60068-2. Extended service contracts include predictive maintenance analytics and SIL recertification support. Traceability to ISO 9001:2015 manufacturing standards is documented via QR-coded certificates.
