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Product Overview
ABB KUC755AE117 (order number: 3BHB005243R0117) is a high-performance system controller for large industrial automation systems, belonging to the core control unit family of ABB Advant OCS or Symphony Plus control systems. Its core positioning is to serve as the "central decision-making center" of industrial production processes, collecting real-time data from various sensors, instruments, and I/O modules on site, executing preset control logic and algorithms, issuing precise control instructions to executing agencies, and achieving system operation status monitoring, fault diagnosis, and data exchange management. It is the core equipment that ensures the stable, efficient, and safe operation of complex industrial processes.
This controller integrates ABB's advanced chip technology and control algorithms in the field of industrial control, and has the characteristics of fast computing speed, large storage capacity, high reliability, and strong scalability. It can adapt to industrial scenarios such as thermal power, nuclear power, metallurgy, and chemical industry that require extremely high control accuracy and system stability. It can operate independently as a single controller or form high availability control nodes through redundant configuration to meet the continuous operation needs of key production processes.
Core functions and roles
2.1 High speed data processing and precise control
The KUC755AE117 controller is equipped with a high-performance 32-bit embedded processor, which has powerful parallel computing capabilities and can simultaneously process thousands of I/O signals and complex control algorithms (such as PID regulation, fuzzy control, predictive control, etc.). In industrial production, the controller can collect real-time process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, and liquid level on site, compare and calculate them with preset target values, and quickly output control signals to adjust valve opening, motor speed, and other actuator actions. The control accuracy can reach ± 0.1%, ensuring that the process parameters are stable within the set range and improving product quality and production efficiency. For example, in the control of thermal power boilers, the coal and air supply can be precisely regulated to achieve optimal combustion efficiency.
2.2 Multi dimensional system monitoring and fault diagnosis
The controller is equipped with a comprehensive system monitoring and diagnostic mechanism, with full level fault diagnosis capabilities at the device level, loop level, and system level. On the one hand, it can monitor the real-time status of its own hardware (such as CPU load, memory usage, power supply voltage) and the operating status of connected devices (I/O modules, communication modules, sensors), record key operating parameters and event logs; On the other hand, when signal abnormalities, module failures, communication interruptions, and other issues are detected, an alarm can be triggered within milliseconds, and the fault information (fault location, type, occurrence time) can be uploaded to the monitoring system through the communication bus. At the same time, preset fault handling logic (such as switching to backup equipment, executing safety shutdown procedures) can be executed to minimize the impact of the fault on production.
2.3 Flexible communication and collaborative control capabilities
The controller supports multiple industrial communication protocols and bus standards, and has strong interconnectivity capabilities. Through integrated communication interfaces such as Ethernet/IP, PROFIBUS DP, MODBUS TCP, ABB dedicated PPA bus, etc., data exchange with on-site I/O modules, intelligent instruments, third-party PLCs, supervisory control systems (SCADA/HMI), and enterprise management systems (MES/ERP) can be achieved. In a distributed control system, multiple KUC755AE117 controllers can form a control network through high-speed redundant buses to achieve distributed allocation and collaborative scheduling of control tasks. For example, in a large chemical industrial park, controllers from different devices can share production data to achieve full process collaborative control.
2.4 Redundant Design and High Availability Guarantee
KUC755AE117 supports hot standby redundancy configuration (1+1 redundancy) for high availability requirements in critical industrial scenarios. Under redundant configuration, the main controller and backup controller synchronize real-time operation data and control status. When the main controller fails, the backup controller can automatically switch without disturbance, with a switching time of ≤ 10ms, ensuring uninterrupted control process. At the same time, the power module and communication interface of the controller also support redundant configuration, forming a dual redundancy guarantee of "hardware+software". The system availability can reach over 99.99%, meeting the strict requirements of continuous production industries such as nuclear power and petrochemicals.
2.5 Modular Programming and Function Expansion
The controller supports modular programming based on the IEC 61131-3 standard, and operators can use ABB dedicated programming software (such as Control Builder M, Symphony Plus Engineering Studio) to develop control logic using various programming languages such as ladder diagram (LD), functional block diagram (FBD), structured text (ST), etc. In addition, the controller supports functional module expansion, and I/O modules, communication modules, storage modules, etc. can be flexibly configured through slots to meet the control needs expansion of different production scenarios, without the need to replace the controller body, reducing system upgrade costs.
Key technical parameters
Order Number
3BHB005243R0117
Product Model
KUC755AE117
Product Type
Industrial grade system controller (redundant compatible)
CPU specifications
32-bit RISC processor, clock speed ≥ 800MHz
Memory configuration
RAM:≥512MB; Flash: ≥ 1GB (supports expansion to 4GB)
I/O processing capability
Maximum supported I/O points: 8192 points; Scanning cycle: ≥ 1ms (within 1000 points)
control algorithm
Support PID, PID self-tuning, fuzzy control, predictive control, logic control, etc
communication interface
2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 2 RS-485 interfaces, 1 PROFIBUS DP master interface
Supported Protocols
Ethernet/IP, PROFIBUS DP, MODBUS RTU/TCP, OPC UA, ABB PPA bus
redundant function
Support 1+1 hot standby redundancy, with a switching time of ≤ 10ms
Working Voltage
DC 24V ± 15% or AC 110/220V ± 10%, supporting dual power redundant input
Working temperature range
-20℃ ~ +60℃
relative humidity
5%~95% (non condensing)
Protection level
IP20 (module body), requires coordination with the control cabinet to achieve higher protection
Installation method
DIN 35mm standard rail installation or rack mounted installation
programming software
Control Builder M、Symphony Plus Engineering Studio
Hardware Structure and Interface Description
4.1 Core Hardware Structure
The KUC755AE117 controller adopts a modular hardware architecture, mainly composed of five parts: the first is the core control unit, which includes the CPU chip, memory chip, and clock module, and is the data processing and decision-making core of the controller; The second is the power module, which supports dual power redundant input, provides stable power supply for each unit of the controller, and has overvoltage and overcurrent protection functions; The third is the I/O interface unit, which connects various I/O modules through standard slots to achieve on-site signal acquisition and control command output; The fourth is the communication unit, which integrates multiple different types of communication interfaces and is responsible for data interaction with external devices and systems; The fifth is the storage unit, including RAM (running memory) and Flash (non-volatile storage), used to store running programs, configuration parameters, and historical data.
4.2 Key Interface Description
-Power interface: located on the left side of the rear of the controller, using Phoenix terminal form, supporting DC 24V or AC 110/220V dual power input, marked with "PWR1" and "PWR2" to distinguish between main and backup power supplies, equipped with power status indicator lights (green - normal, red - fault).
-Ethernet interface: 2 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, labeled as "ETH1" and "ETH2", supporting network redundancy configuration, used to connect upper monitoring systems, other controllers or industrial Ethernet devices, equipped with link status indicator lights (green - link through, yellow - data transmission).
-PROFIBUS DP interface: 1 DB9 pin interface, used as a DP master to connect slave devices (such as I/O modules and smart meters), supports PROFIBUS DP V1 protocol, with a maximum transmission rate of 12Mbps, and is equipped with communication status indicator lights.
-I/O module slots: There are 8 standard I/O slots on the front of the controller, which support hot swapping and are compatible with ABB S800 series I/O modules (such as digital I/O modules and analog I/O modules). The slots are labeled with "SLOT1" to "SLOT8" for easy module identification and maintenance.
-Debugging interface: 1 USB Type-B interface, used to connect to a computer for program download, parameter configuration, and fault diagnosis. During debugging, a dedicated driver program needs to be installed.
-Status indicator lights: The front panel of the controller is equipped with CPU running lights (green - running, flashing - standby), fault alarm lights (red - fault), and redundant status lights (yellow - main controller, green - backup controller), making it easy for operators to quickly grasp the equipment's operating status.





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