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ABB TB840 Modular Bus Trunk Modem

ABB TB840 Modular Bus Trunk Modem

ABB TB840 Modular Bus Trunk Modem

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    TB840
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    T/T
  • Price:

    $600
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    Sweden
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    NEW
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ABB TB840 Modular Bus Trunk Modem

1. Product Overview

The ABB TB840 is an advanced modular bus trunk modem engineered for ABB’s AC 800M Distributed Control System (DCS) and S100 I/O platforms. Unlike the TB820 (focused on fiber-optic transmission), the TB840 specializes in high-speed, redundant data trunking over both copper and fiber-optic cables, enabling seamless communication between distributed DCS components (e.g., multiple AC 800M controllers, remote I/O racks, or operator stations) across large industrial sites. Its modular design supports flexible interface expansion (copper/fiber), while built-in redundancy and fault tolerance ensure 24/7 availability—making it ideal for mission-critical applications in power generation, petrochemicals, and metallurgy where DCS components are spread across complex, harsh environments.

2. Core Specifications

Category Parameter Specification
System Compatibility Target Platforms ABB AC 800M DCS, S100 I/O racks; supports ABB CEX bus (backplane) and PROFIBUS DP (industrial fieldbus)
Modular Interfaces Supported Media - Copper: Twisted-pair (TP) for PROFIBUS DP (1.2km max, 12Mbps)
- Fiber: Single-mode (SM)/Multi-mode (MM) for long distances
Optical Performance Wavelength & Distance - SM: 1310nm (20km)/1550nm (40km)
- MM: 850nm (2km)/1300nm (5km)
Electrical Performance Data Rate CEX bus: 100Mbps (full-duplex); PROFIBUS DP: 9.6kbps–12Mbps (auto-negotiation)
  Isolation 5kV AC (1min, optical-electrical); 2kV AC (1min, copper-signal to ground)
Mechanical & Environmental Dimensions (W×H×D) 160mm×130mm×220mm (19-inch rack-mounted, matches AC 800M footprint); Weight ~2.0kg
  Protection Degree IP20 (indoor cabinets); optional IP65 enclosure (outdoor/harsh environments)
  Operating Temperature -40°C~+70°C (wider than TB820 for extreme conditions)
Compliance Certifications IEC 61000-6-2 (EMC), EN 50155 (railway-grade), UL 508, CE, RoHS 2.0; PROFIBUS Certified

3. Key Functions

3.1 Multi-Media Bus Trunking (Copper + Fiber)

The TB840’s modular design enables flexible data transmission over two media types, adapting to site infrastructure:

 

  • PROFIBUS DP over Copper: Supports short-to-medium distance communication (up to 1.2km) for fieldbus devices (e.g., ABB AI830 I/O modules, third-party sensors) via twisted-pair cables—ideal for dense, localized DCS networks (e.g., a petrochemical reactor’s nearby I/O racks).
  • CEX Bus/PROFIBUS over Fiber: Extends communication to remote DCS components (up to 40km via SM fiber) — eliminates EMI interference from high-voltage cables or motors, and avoids signal degradation common in long copper links.
  • Dual-Media Redundancy: Can simultaneously use copper (primary) and fiber (backup) paths—if one media fails (e.g., copper cable damage), the modem switches to the other within <50ms (faster than TB820’s 100ms).

3.2 Redundant Trunking for High Availability

Built for safety-critical DCS networks, it supports two levels of redundancy:

 

  • Module Redundancy: Two TB840 modules (primary/standby) share the same bus trunk—if the primary module fails (e.g., hardware error), the standby takes over instantly with no data loss.
  • Path Redundancy: Configurable dual fiber/copper paths between DCS nodes (e.g., Controller A ↔ Remote I/O B via Fiber Path 1 and Copper Path 2) — prevents single-point failures from cable damage (e.g., digging accidents in refineries).

3.3 Advanced Diagnostics & Network Management

The TB840 simplifies maintenance of complex trunk networks:

 

  • Real-Time Status Monitoring:
    • LED Indicators: Green (POWER/Link), Yellow (Data Transmission), Red (Fault) for both copper and fiber interfaces—quickly identifies media-specific issues (e.g., "Fiber Link Down" vs. "Copper Short Circuit").
    • Diagnostic Data: Transmits bus load (0–100%), signal strength (dBm), and fault codes (e.g., "0x05: PROFIBUS Overload") to the AC 800M controller via CEX bus—enables remote network health checks.
  • PROFIBUS Network Analysis: Built-in PROFIBUS DP diagnostic tools (e.g., bus cycle time measurement, node error counting) — helps identify bottlenecks (e.g., "PROFIBUS Bus Load >90%") before they cause DCS delays.

3.4 Modular Expansion & Easy Integration

  • Interface Module Swap: Copper/fiber interface modules are hot-swappable—replace a faulty fiber module without powering down the DCS, reducing downtime to <5 minutes.
  • Seamless DCS Integration: Configured via ABB Control Builder M software (same tool for AC 800M setup) — no third-party software required, simplifying commissioning.
  • Wide Device Compatibility: Works with all ABB CEX bus modules (e.g., CI801, TU847) and PROFIBUS DP devices (e.g., Siemens S7-1200 PLCs) — avoids vendor lock-in for mixed-system sites.

4. Core Advantages (vs. TB820 & Competitors)

Advantage TB840 Performance TB820 Comparison Third-Party Bus Modems
Media Flexibility Supports copper (PROFIBUS) + fiber (CEX/PROFIBUS) — dual-media redundancy Only fiber (CEX/Ethernet) — no copper support Single media (copper or fiber)
Redundancy Module + path redundancy; <50ms switchover Only path redundancy; <100ms switchover Basic path redundancy
Protocol Support CEX bus + PROFIBUS DP — integrates with fieldbus devices CEX bus + Ethernet — limited to DCS/SCADA Proprietary protocols
Diagnostics PROFIBUS network analysis + media-specific status Basic optical link diagnostics Minimal fault data

5. Typical Applications

5.1 Power Plant Multi-Rack DCS Network

  • Use Case: Connects 3 AC 800M controllers (main control room) to 4 remote S100 I/O racks (2–20km away) in a 1500MW combined-cycle power plant.
  • Configuration: TB840 with SM fiber (1550nm, 20km) for remote racks and copper (PROFIBUS DP) for nearby racks; module + path redundancy.
  • Value: Dual-media links ensure no downtime if fiber/copper fails; PROFIBUS diagnostics prevent bus overload during peak power generation.

5.2 Petrochemical Reactor PROFIBUS Trunk

  • Use Case: Trunks PROFIBUS DP signals between 20 AI/DO modules (reactor area) and an AC 800M controller (500m away) via copper, with fiber backup (2km alternate path).
  • Configuration: TB840 with copper (PROFIBUS DP) and MM fiber (1300nm, 2km); IP65 enclosure for outdoor-mounted modules.
  • Value: Copper handles local dense I/O; fiber backup resists EMI from reactor motors; IP65 protects against refinery dust/rain.

5.3 Metallurgical Mill DCS Expansion

  • Use Case: Links a new AC 800M controller (hot rolling mill) to the existing DCS (main control room, 5km away) via SM fiber, with copper PROFIBUS for on-site I/O.
  • Configuration: TB840 with SM fiber (1310nm, 5km) and copper (PROFIBUS DP); modular interface swap for future media upgrades.
  • Value: Fiber avoids EMI from mill power cables; hot-swappable modules enable quick maintenance during mill shutdowns.

 

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