ABB TB826 3BSE061637R1

Description

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Single-Mode Optical Media Converter for S800 I/O ModuleBus
• Order Code: TB826 (3BSE061637R1)
• Compatible System: ABB S800 I/O Distributed I/O System
• Communication Protocol: ModuleBus (operates as a slave device)ABB
• Optical Conversion:
  • Local Side: Plastic fiber or HCS (Hard Clad Silica) fiber with versatile link connectorsABB
  • Remote Side: Single-mode glass fiber with SC (Subscriber Connector) interfaceABB
  • Conversion Direction: Bi-directional, transparent signal conversion
• Transmission Distance:
  • Standard ModuleBus: Up to 5,000 meters (5 km) per cluster in star configurationABB
  • S800 I/O HI Mode: Up to 20,000 meters (20 km)
• Power Supply: 24 V DC (nominal), with a tolerance of ±20%
• Mechanical Design: S800L mechanics, compact form factorABB
• Mounting: Standard 35 mm DIN rail mountingABB
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 85.6 mm x 136 mm x 58.5 mm
• Net Weight: Approximately 0.21 kg
• Environmental Ratings:
  • Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C (industrial standard)
  • Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
  • Humidity: 5% – 95% RH (non-condensing)
  • Vibration/Shock: Compliant with IEC 60068 industrial standards
  • EMC Compliance: EN 61000-6-2 (immunity) / EN 61000-6-4 (emission)
• Protection Rating: IP20 (finger-safe terminals)
• Certifications: CE, RoHS compliant, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 14
• Redundancy: No line or module redundancy supportABB
• Hot-Swap Capability: Not supportedABB

Key Features

Long-Distance Communication Extension

• Extreme Reach: Boosts ModuleBus communication from standard short-range to up to 5 km per cluster, and up to 20 km in S800 I/O HI mode, enabling large-scale system deployment.
• Star Topology Support: Optimized for star-configured ModuleBus networks, facilitating flexible and organized remote I/O layoutsABB.
• Transparent Operation: Acts as a passive, protocol-transparent slave, ensuring data integrity and compatibility without altering the control logic or requiring software changes.

Robust Optical Signal Conversion

• Dual Fiber Interface: Integrates dedicated ports for local plastic/HCS fiber and long-haul single-mode fiber, ensuring optimal signal quality for each segmentABB.
• Industrial-Grade Optics: Utilizes high-performance optical components designed for continuous operation in harsh industrial environments with high electrical noise.
• Signal Integrity: Maintains precise signal timing and data integrity across extended fiber links, critical for real-time process control.

S800 I/O Ecosystem Integration

• Plug-and-Play Compatibility: Fully compatible with all S800 I/O modules and controllers, ensuring seamless integration into existing or new systems.
• S800L Mechanical Standard: Shares the same mechanical form factor as other S800L modules, ensuring uniform panel design and easy installation alongside other I/O componentsABB.
• Diagnostic Transparency: Forwards all ModuleBus diagnostic information from remote I/O stations back to the main controller, enabling comprehensive system health monitoring.

Industrial Reliability and Design

• Compact DIN-Rail Mount: Saves valuable cabinet space and allows for easy installation in standard control panelsABB.
• Wide Temperature Tolerance: Operates reliably in extreme industrial temperature environments, ensuring performance in challenging locations.
• Low Power Consumption: Energy-efficient design minimizes heat generation and reduces the load on the 24 V DC power supply system.
• Immunity to Electrical Interference: Optical isolation eliminates issues with ground loops, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and radio frequency interference (RFI), common in industrial settings.

Easy Installation and Maintenance

• Standard SC Connectors: Uses industry-standard SC fiber connectors for simple, secure, and widely available fiber optic cablingABB.
• Clear Status Indication: Features LED indicators for power and link status, providing quick visual feedback on operational health.
• Minimal Maintenance: Solid-state design with no moving parts ensures long-term reliability and low maintenance requirements.

Application Scenarios

Large-Scale Process Industries

• Oil & Gas Refineries & Pipelines: Connects remote I/O stations located along extensive pipeline networks or in large refinery complexes, monitoring valves, pumps, and sensors over several kilometers.
• Chemical & Petrochemical Plants: Enables reliable communication between the central control room and isolated process units, storage tanks, and safety systems in vast industrial sites.
• Mining Operations: Facilitates control and monitoring of conveyor systems, crushers, and ore processing equipment spread across large open-pit or underground mines.
• Water & Wastewater Treatment: Links remote pump stations, filter beds, and reservoir monitoring systems to the main SCADA center over long distances.

Power Generation & Distribution

• Thermal & Hydro Power Plants: Connects I/O modules in turbine halls, boiler systems, and auxiliary plants located far from the main control building.
• Renewable Energy Farms: Manages distributed I/O for wind turbine arrays and solar panel fields, where control units are spread across vast geographical areas.
• Electrical Substations: Provides reliable, noise-immune communication for protection relays, switchgear, and monitoring equipment in high-voltage environments.

Manufacturing & Material Handling

• Steel & Metal Processing: Controls and monitors rolling mills, furnaces, and material handling systems in large production facilities.
• Cement & Building Materials: Extends communication to remote kilns, silos, and packaging lines in sprawling cement plants.
• Logistics & Warehousing: Connects automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), conveyor belts, and sorting machines in large distribution centers.

Marine & Offshore

• Offshore Drilling Rigs & FPSOs: Ensures stable communication between the central control room and remote equipment on deck, in hazardous areas, or on separate modules.
• Large Vessels: Manages I/O for engine control, cargo handling, and navigation systems distributed across large cargo ships or cruise liners.

Infrastructure & Utilities

• Airports & Seaports: Controls lighting, baggage handling, cranes, and gate systems over large airport and port premises.
• Railway & Mass Transit: Monitors signals, power supplies, and station equipment along extensive railway lines and metro networks.
• Smart Cities: Integrates remote I/O for street lighting, traffic management, water distribution, and waste management systems.

System Expansion & Modernization

• Legacy System Upgrade: Extends the reach of existing S800 I/O systems without replacing the main controller or re-engineering the control software.
• Greenfield Project Design: Enables architects and engineers to design flexible, large-scale automation systems with geographically dispersed I/O from the outset.
• Remote Site Monitoring: Ideal for connecting unmanned remote facilities, such as pump stations, wellheads, or telemetry sites, back to a central control center.