Product Short Description
Product Introduction
The ABB 3BDH000320R0101, identified as the LD800HSE, is a high-performance FOUNDATION Fieldbus (FF) Linking Device engineered to serve as a critical communication gateway between FF High-Speed Ethernet (HSE) and FF H1 fieldbus networks. It enables seamless integration, data exchange, and device management across heterogeneous industrial communication infrastructures, supporting both simplex and redundant configurations to meet the demands of reliable, real-time industrial automation systems.
Designed for DIN rail mounting, the LD800HSE acts as a central hub for connecting multiple H1 field devices to an HSE subnet, facilitating cyclic data republishing, device configuration, and network management.
Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | FOUNDATION Fieldbus Linking Device |
| Product Series | LD800HSE |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC (±20%), external power input |
| Current Consumption | ≤ 500 mA |
| Communication Interfaces | 4 × FF H1 ports (31.25 kbit/s fixed), 1 × FF HSE port (10/100 Mbit/s) |
| Max H1 Device Connections | Up to 31 devices per H1 link, 124 total across 4 links |
| Data Processing Capacity | Up to 160 signals/sec between HSE and H1 networks (800xASV5.1+) |
| Client/Server Connections | 4 × 16 parallel client/server sessions |
| Buffer Size | 1 Mbit |
| MAC Address Table | 2 K entries |
| Dimensions | 114.3 mm (Length) × 45 mm (Width) × 130.5 mm (Depth) |
| Net Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity Range | 5%–95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN rail (compliant with DIN EN 50022) |
| Certifications | IEC 61508 SIL 3, CE, UL, FOUNDATION Fieldbus Profile Class 42c |
| Compliance | IEC 61158, IEC 61784, IEC 61010 |
Functional Features
Core Network Gateway Function
- HSE-H1 Protocol Translation: Acts as a bidirectional bridge between high-speed HSE (10/100 Mbit/s) and low-speed H1 (31.25 kbit/s) fieldbuses, converting and republishing cyclic process data transparently.
- Unified Device Management: Centralizes configuration, monitoring, and control of up to 124 H1 field devices via the HSE network, simplifying system setup and maintenance.
- Redundancy Support: Enables redundant linking device configurations for fault tolerance, ensuring uninterrupted communication in critical processes. Automatic link detection and configuration minimize downtime.
High-Performance Data Handling
- High-Speed Signal Processing: Supports up to 160 signal transfers per second between HSE and H1, meeting real-time requirements for dynamic industrial processes.
- Efficient Buffer Management: 1 Mbit buffer and 2 K MAC address table ensure reliable data routing and low-latency communication, even in large-scale networks.
- Parallel Session Handling: Manages 4×16 concurrent client/server connections, facilitating multi-controller and multi-host access to H1 devices.
Reliability & Robustness
- Industrial-Grade Construction: DIN rail-mountable, IP20 protection, and wide operating temperature range (-40°C to +70°C) ensure operation in harsh environments, including outdoor and hazardous areas (Zone 2/Division 2 compliant).
- EMC & Noise Immunity: Designed with industrial electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to resist interference, maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy plants.
- Secure Communication: Implements industry-standard security protocols to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
Diagnostics & Maintenance
- Comprehensive Self-Diagnostics: Monitors link status, device communication, and hardware health, providing real-time fault codes and alerts.
- System Status Monitoring: Tracks redundancy state, link activity, and data transmission errors for proactive maintenance.
- Easy Integration with ABB Systems: Seamlessly integrates with ABB 800xA, AC800M, and third-party DCS/PLC platforms via standard FF protocols, reducing integration complexity.
Application Scenarios
Process Industries (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals)
- Field Device Integration: Connects sensors, valves, actuators, and meters in upstream/downstream oil & gas, refineries, and chemical plants, ensuring reliable data exchange between H1 field devices and HSE-based DCS.
- Continuous Process Control: Supports precise monitoring and control of temperature, pressure, flow, and level parameters in batch and continuous production lines.
- Safety Interlocking: Integrates with safety instrumented systems (SIS) to implement emergency shutdown (ESD) and safety interlocks, complying with SIL 3 requirements for high-risk processes.
Power Generation & Utilities
- Power Plant Automation: Manages communication between field devices in boilers, turbines, and auxiliary systems (pumps, fans) in thermal, hydro, and nuclear power plants.
- Smart Grid Integration: Facilitates data collection and control in distribution networks, connecting field devices to SCADA and energy management systems.
- Renewable Energy Systems: Supports wind turbines, solar power plants, and energy storage systems, ensuring reliable communication between field devices and central control.
Manufacturing & Discrete Automation
- Automated Production Lines: Integrates sensors, actuators, and PLCs in automotive, electronics, and packaging lines, enabling real-time data exchange and coordinated control.
- Material Handling: Connects conveyors, robots, and sorting systems, ensuring seamless communication between field devices and higher-level control systems.
- Food & Beverage Processing: Supports hygiene-compliant communication in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical production, ensuring data integrity and traceability.
Infrastructure & Building Automation
- HVAC & Energy Management: Integrates heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in large commercial buildings, optimizing energy use and system performance.
- Public Infrastructure: Supports transportation systems (rail, metro), water treatment plants, and smart cities, ensuring reliable communication across distributed devices.
Mining & Heavy Industry
- Mining Operations: Connects field devices in crushers, conveyors, and slurry pumps, operating reliably in high-vibration, high-dust environments.
- Metallurgical Processes: Integrates with furnaces, rolling mills, and material handling systems, ensuring stable communication in harsh industrial conditions.
Marine & Offshore
- Marine Systems: Manages communication in shipboard automation, propulsion, and auxiliary systems, complying with marine standards and resisting salt spray and humidity.
- Offshore Platforms: Supports oil & gas platforms, ensuring reliable communication in corrosive, high-humidity marine environments.







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