ABB PPC380AE01 HIEE300885R0001｜Core Processor Module｜

Processor and Storage

The unit is built with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor running at 1.2 GHz, offering a processing capability exceeding 1 billion instructions per second (IPS)—over three times the performance of traditional single-core control modules.
This enhanced computing power enables efficient multitasking parallel execution and stable handling of real-time data streams from hundreds of I/O points.

According to the provided specifications, the memory configuration includes 256 KB RAM and 512 KB Flash, meeting the requirements for compact control programs, real-time data caching, and fundamental logic processing tasks.

Fault Protection and Redundancy

The device integrates hardware-level fault detection, capable of rapidly identifying memory errors, communication interruptions, and other system anomalies.
A dual-core redundancy mechanism ensures seamless failover—if one core malfunctions, the other immediately takes over, preventing production downtime.

Power and communication interfaces are equipped with surge protection (SPD) capable of withstanding 4 kV transient overvoltage, effectively reducing failure risks caused by grid fluctuations, electrical disturbances, or lightning-related surges.

Key Electrical and Physical Parameters
Parameter Type Specific Value
Input voltage AC 90–264 V, output DC 24 V
Operating temperature –40 ℃ to +70 ℃
Protection level IP67
Dimensions ≈ 200 mm × 150 mm × 70 mm
Weight ≈ 1.5 kg
Core Functions and Adaptation Advantages
1. Strong Communication Compatibility

The system supports traditional fieldbus interfaces including RS-232, RS-485, and CAN, while also providing compatibility with key industrial Ethernet protocols such as Profinet, Modbus TCP, and Ethernet/IP.

It is fully adaptable to ABB AC 800M series I/O modules, allowing direct replacement during system upgrades without program modification.
It can also be seamlessly integrated with major third-party automation ecosystems such as Siemens and Rockwell PLCs, instruments, and sensors.

2. Flexible Expansion

A built-in PCIe expansion slot allows the installation of wireless communication modules to support data transmission in remote or decentralized installations.
The modular hardware architecture simplifies later system expansion, parts replacement, and field maintenance, reducing overall lifecycle cost.

3. High Control Precision

In complex applications such as dual closed-loop temperature and pressure control in chemical reactors, the system achieves a regulation accuracy of ±0.1%, ensuring precise tracking of process parameters.

It also supports real-time data uploading to upper-level supervisory systems, providing essential data for remote monitoring, health assessment, and predictive maintenance.

ABB PPC380AE01 HIEE300885R0001｜Core Processor Module｜