ABB PPD115A01 (3BHE017628R0001) – Protection/Interface Board for ABB 3BHE-Series Drive Systems

The ABB PPD115A01, part number 3BHE017628R0001, is a protection/interface board used in ABB drive and power-conversion platforms that adopt the 3BHE-series control architecture. From my experience, this board sits in the protection chain to supervise power-stage conditions and forward interlocks and status to the main control. It’s designed as a plug-in spare that helps restore a faulted cabinet quickly, which is typically what maintenance teams need during urgent downtime.

You might notice that ABB’s PPD boards are often deployed in medium-voltage drive cabinets and related power-control racks. The PPD115A01 fits right into that ecosystem, supporting safe system start-up, fast fault propagation, and clear status indication for service technicians. One thing I appreciate is how it usually drops into the rack without extra wiring changes when you’re swapping like-for-like revisions.

Our Order Placement Process and Guarantees

• Warranty: 365 days
• Delivery: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment prior to delivery
• Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
• Pre-shipment testing and visual inspection available upon request

Key Features

• Protection signal handling – Collects and routes protection/interlock signals to the control rack, enabling safe drive trips when needed.
• Rack-powered design – Typically powered from the cabinet backplane (no external supply), simplifying replacement on site.
• Status indication – On-board indicators (where applicable) provide quick visual checks for technicians.
• 3BHE-platform compatibility – Built for ABB drive/power-conversion systems that use 3BHE-series boards, promoting straightforward interchangeability.
• Service-friendly form factor – Plug-in card with guided insertion and fixed edge connector; swap times are usually minutes, not hours.
• Industrial-grade design – Components and layout suited for cabinet environments found in metals, mining, cement, and power applications.

Technical Specifications

Brand / Model	ABB PPD115A01 – 3BHE017628R0001
HS Code	853890 (Parts for industrial control equipment)
Power Requirements	Supplied via system backplane; typically 24 VDC logic, low power (< 5 W in most cases)
Operating Temperature	0 to 55°C, 5–95% RH non-condensing (cabinet environment)
Signal I/O Types	Opto-isolated digital protection/status lines; conditioning of interlock and trip signals; LED status (where fitted)
Communication Interfaces	Internal backplane interface to controller; no external fieldbus on the board itself
Installation Method	Plug-in card; edge connector seating into ABB rack; secured by card guides/fasteners

Note: Electrical and environmental limits can vary by cabinet configuration and revision. The above reflects typical values seen in ABB 3BHE-based systems.

Application Fields

The PPD115A01 is commonly used as a spare or replacement board in ABB drive and power-conversion cabinets where protection and interlock integrity are critical. Typical sites include:

• Medium-voltage drive systems in metals, mining, and cement plants
• Pumping, compressor, and fan drives in oil & gas and chemicals
• Power generation auxiliaries and balance-of-plant drives
• Marine propulsion and large winch drives where fast trip handling matters

One maintenance lead told us a swap of PPD115A01 “took under 30 minutes end-to-end,” mainly because the rack and connectors are keyed and the signals are already conditioned for the system. That seems to be the norm when you’re replacing on a like-for-like revision.

Advantages & Value

• Reliability – Industrial-grade components aimed at stable operation in harsh cabinet environments.
• Compatibility – Designed for ABB 3BHE-series racks, helping ensure seamless interoperability with existing control cards.
• Reduced downtime – Quick card exchange; typically no rewiring, which minimizes outage time.
• Lifecycle support – Suitable as a field spare for installed bases where long-term service continuity is essential.
• Procurement confidence – Functional testing options and a 365-day warranty support risk-aware purchasing.

Installation & Maintenance

• Install in a clean, ventilated cabinet; maintain ambient within 0–55°C and non-condensing humidity.
• Observe ESD precautions; handle by the edges and use grounded wrist straps.
• Power down and lock out the cabinet before removal/insertion; verify residual DC link discharge per plant procedures.
• Seat the edge connector fully and secure with the card guides/fasteners; avoid cable strain on nearby harnesses.
• After replacement, run system diagnostics and confirm interlock chain health before energizing the drive.
• Routine checks: visual inspection for dust or hot spots, gentle cleaning with dry air, and verification of status LEDs during periodic maintenance.
• Firmware/parameter alignment: where applicable, confirm the installed revision (A01) matches the site’s control expectations.

Quality & Certifications

• Manufactured within ABB’s ISO 9001 quality framework (vendor level)
• CE conformity at the complete system level; board used as a component within compliant cabinets
• RoHS status may depend on production batch/revision; available upon request
• 365-day warranty provided with supply

Related/Supporting Components

The PPD115A01 is often paired with other ABB 3BHE-series control and gate-unit interface boards in the same rack. If you’re planning a preventive maintenance kit, it usually makes sense to review companion protection cards (e.g., other PPD-series variants) and the adjacent control CPU or fiber/trigger interface boards used in your cabinet. Sharing the installed base photo or BOM typically speeds up compatibility checks.