ABB PNI800K01 Ability ™ Symphony ® Plus Hardware Selector

ABB PNI800K01  Ability ™  Symphony ®  Plus Hardware Selector

Product overview

PNI800 is a Plant Network Interface device launched by ABB, belonging to ABB Ability ™  Symphony ®  Plus hardware series. It is mainly used to achieve real-time bidirectional communication between SD series controllers and PC workstations running S+Engineering, HMI (such as SPO or 800xA Operations) or general interface software (such as Harmony OPC Server). It is also an important component of PN800 real-time control network, supporting data exchange with PC workstations running SPE (Engineering), HMI or SCADA software applications.

Core functions and features

Real time communication: As a real-time data server, it supports bidirectional real-time communication between SD series controllers and various software applications, with a transmission speed of up to 100 MBps.

Redundancy support: PN800 factory network redundancy is implemented based on the Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP) of IEC 62439, consisting of two topologically identical local area networks (PN800A and PN800B), eliminating single point of failure and achieving zero switching time in case of network component failure; As a dual connection node (DANP), it connects to two local area networks and provides line redundancy.

Connectivity: Supports up to 10 SPE client connections and can handle up to 30000 HMI tags; Communication connection is achieved through two Ethernet RJ45 connectors on the MB805 base, and there is one mini USB diagnostic port at the front end of the module.

Flexibility and maintainability: Supports hot swapping, making it easy to replace and maintain online; The functionality can be virtualized as "VPNI" optional software, suitable for various software applications, but performance and capacity may differ from PNI800.

Specification parameters

Basic Information Product Number: PNI800K01; Lifecycle status: Active; Protocol: Harmony API (based on Ethernet TCP); Module redundancy: none; Exterior specifications: xA Style (186mm); Installation method: Horizontal arrangement

Hardware configuration processor type: MCF5475 @ 256 MHz; Memory: 64 MB DRAM, 4 MB Flash ROM

Power Requirements Module Power Requirements: 200 mA @ 24 VDC ± 10%; Power connection: TB1 on MB805 base; Overvoltage category: Power supply is Class 1 (tested according to IEC/EN 61010-1)

Environmental parameters: Operating temperature: 0 to+55 ° C; Storage temperature: -40 to+85 ° C; Relative humidity: 20% to 95% at 40 ° C (no condensation, tested according to relevant standards); Protection level: IP20 (according to EN 60529, IEC 529)

Mechanical parameters: Width: 59 mm; Height: 186 mm; Depth: 127 mm; Weight including base: 500 g; Installation details: MB805, 1=E, 2=C

Reliability index MTBF (based on MIL-HDBK-217-FN2): PNI800 PR is 135873 hours, MB805 PR is 2583516 hours; MTTR: PNI800 is 1 hour, MB805 is 8 hours

Compliance with multiple electromagnetic compatibility standards (such as ESD, surge, electrical fast transient, etc. immunity testing, radiation and conducted emission testing); CSA certification: applicable to ordinary (non hazardous) locations, as well as Class 1, Zone 2, Groups A, B, C, and D hazardous non flammable locations; Equipped with CE mark, compliant with EMC directive and low voltage directive; Compliant with RoHS Directive (2015/863) and WEEE Directive (Directive/2012/19/EU), etc

Key advantages

High reliability: With the help of PRP redundancy protocol and dual connection design, the reliability of the control network is greatly improved, reducing the risk of system interruption caused by network failures.

Efficient communication: With a transmission speed of 100 MBps and powerful connectivity, it can meet the needs of large-scale real-time data transmission and ensure rapid system response.

Good compatibility: Supports multiple software applications and communication protocols, seamlessly integrates with ABB's multiple systems and software (such as 800xA, Symphony Plus, etc.).

Strong environmental adaptability: Through multiple environmental and electromagnetic compatibility tests, it can work stably in a wide range of temperature, humidity, and complex electromagnetic environments.

Precautions

During installation, it is necessary to follow the prescribed installation details (MB805, 1=E, 2=C) to ensure a stable installation.

Although hot plugging is supported, the correct operating procedures must still be followed during the replacement process to avoid equipment damage or communication interruption caused by improper operation.

The use of equipment must comply with the requirements of its certified location and cannot be used in hazardous areas or environmental conditions beyond the prescribed limits.

When virtualizing as "VPNI" software, it is important to pay attention to the performance and capacity differences between it and PNI800, and choose the appropriate application form based on actual needs.

Application scenarios

It is mainly used in the field of industrial automation, especially in scenarios that require high reliability real-time control networks, such as large-scale industrial control systems in the power, chemical, metallurgical and other industries. As a key interface connecting the controller with various engineering and monitoring software, it ensures the efficient and stable operation of the entire system. For example, in the control system of a power plant, real-time data exchange between SD series controllers, HMI operating interfaces, and engineering software is implemented to ensure real-time monitoring and parameter adjustment of the power generation process.