Technical Specifications
- Product Model: PP846 (3BSE042238R1)
- Brand: ABB (Panel 800 Series HMI)
- Warranty: One Year
- Input Voltage: 24 VDC (±20%)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ +50°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ +70°C
- Response Time: ≤ 150 ms screen data refresh latency
- Protection Class: Front IP65 / Rear IP20 (panel flush mounting)
- Accuracy Class: N/A
- Output Frequency: N/A
- Rated Current Range: Max 1.8 A power consumption
- Communication Interface: Dual Ethernet, USB 2.0, RS232 serial port
- Supported Protocols: OPC UA, Modbus TCP, ABB 800xA proprietary protocol
- Overload Capacity: Reverse polarity, surge and EMC transient protection
- Dimensions (W×H×D): 315 mm × 240 mm × 75 mm, standard panel cutout form factor
Product Overview
The ABB PP846 3BSE042238R1 is an industrial operator HMI belonging to the Panel 800 family, engineered as the primary human-machine interface for ABB 800xA distributed control systems. This 10.4-inch panel combines resistive touch input and dedicated membrane function keys to deliver real-time process visualisation, resolving limited operator visibility and slow command response within continuous process facilities. Automation engineers, control room operators and maintenance teams managing ABB DCS infrastructure rely on this unit for stable round-the-clock monitoring and interactive process control. Configured via Panel Builder 800 software, the operator panel displays live measurements, trend archives and alarm notifications while enabling authorised operators to adjust setpoints and execute operational sequences. (Word count: 175)
Key Functions
- Comprehensive Process Visualisation & Operation: The high-resolution TFT display renders mimic diagrams, real-time values and historical trend charts. Operators use touchscreen and physical shortcut keys to send control commands, adjust parameters and acknowledge system alarms without accessing engineering workstations.
- Native 800xA DCS Platform Integration: Dual Ethernet ports establish reliable network connectivity to ABB AC 800M controllers and server nodes. The operator panel synchronises process data seamlessly, supporting single or redundant network architectures for critical production environments.
- Centralised Alarm Management & Event Logging: Built-in alarm filtering, priority sorting and timestamp logging support rapid fault identification. Archived alarm records satisfy audit requirements for safety-critical industrial processes and simplify post-incident analysis.
- Robust Industrial Mechanical Design: IP65 front panel sealing guards against dust, moisture and incidental liquid splashes in control rooms. The combination of tactile physical keys and touch input maintains operability even when operators wear protective gloves.
