ABB 3BHE033067R0103 GCC960C103 CPU Rectifier

ABB 3BHE033067R0103 GCC960C103 CPU Rectifier

Equipment Overview

Model and Number: 3BHE033067R0103 GCC960C103

Manufacturer: ABB

Function: The device is a hardware module designed to support equipment manufacturers in quickly and reliably implementing Ethernet-APL field devices for the process industry.

Functions as CPU rectifier

Rectifier function: The GCC960C103 functions as a CPU rectifier with the ability to convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). This is critical for many industrial automation applications, as DC power provides greater efficiency and stability in driving servo motors, controlling robot joints and actuators, etc.

Communication and Data Processing: In addition to the rectification function, the GCC960C103 has powerful communication and data processing capabilities. It supports Ethernet Advanced Physical Layer (Ethernet-APL), a new standard for end-to-end digital communication in the process industry. With the built-in PROFINET stack, the GCC960C103 can easily exchange information with the upper computer management system and become part of the overall information management system.

Intelligent control: As part of a PLC network system, the GCC960C103 has a higher degree of integration and intelligence. It can realise complex motion control algorithms to improve production efficiency and product quality.

Application Areas

Industrial automation: GCC960C103 has a wide range of applications in the field of industrial automation, such as servo controllers, which are widely used in industrial machinery and equipment such as machine tools, printing presses, packaging equipment, etc., to achieve high-precision position and speed control.

Robotics: The GCC960C103 is also a key component of many industrial and service robots, used to precisely control the robot's joints and actuators to achieve complex movements and operations.

Semiconductor Manufacturing: In semiconductor manufacturing equipment, the GCC960C103 is used to control precision position and motion to support the accuracy and consistency of the chip manufacturing process.

Technical Features

Pre-certification and ease of use: The GCC960C103 has passed comprehensive EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and environmental tests, as well as conformance tests for the Ethernet-APL physical layer and PROFINET protocol with PA Profile 4.02. It is also pre-certified according to ATEX and IECEx, significantly reducing the effort, risk and time required to develop the device hardware.

Application Software and Configuration: The GCC960C103 provides connectivity to Ethernet-APL, as well as application software that can be easily configured to achieve the required behaviour of the corresponding field device. It also ships with a pre-installed PROFINET stack that provides a configurable application data model and command mapping that allows existing HART and Modbus devices to be migrated to Ethernet-APL without writing code.

Main Functions

Power system monitoring and control:

The power interface board can be used for power system monitoring and control equipment to ensure the safe, stable and reliable operation of the power system.

Power plant automation:

In the power plant, it can be used to connect and manage the power supply of the mastering system and monitoring equipment to improve the automation level of the power plant.

Power transformer and distribution:

Applicable to substations and distribution stations, it is used to govern the power supply of transformers, circuit breakers and other equipments to ensure the high efficiency of power transmission and distribution.

Industrial Process Mastering:

In manufacturing and chemical workshops, this power interface board can be used for power management of automation systems, inner and control equipment to enhance productivity and safety.

Building Automation:

It can be used in building automation system, power supply to lighting, air conditioning, security equipment, etc., to achieve intelligent management of building equipment.

Railway flag signal system:

In the railway system, it is used in the power management of railway flag signal equipment and control system to ensure the stable operation of railway signal system.

Smart Grid:

In the smart grid, the power interface board can be used to connect and manage the digital power equipment and promote the intelligent development of the power grid.

Traffic Flag Signal System:

In the traffic flag signal system of routes and intersections, it is used to supply power to the flag master and equipment to ensure the normal display of traffic signals.

Aerospace:

In aviation and aerospace, the power interface board can be used in the control system of aircraft and spacecraft to provide stable and reliable power support.

It is suitable for land initiatives, oilfield equipment and other categories, providing power support for various land engineering equipment.