The ABB UAC389 (order number HIEE410506P104) industrial automation controller is a high-performance distributed control core unit launched by ABB for the upgrade needs of Industry 4.0. It belongs to advanced control system systems such as ABB Advance OCS or Freelance. The controller is designed with the core concept of "high computing power, high reliability, and high compatibility", integrating comprehensive functions such as real-time control, data processing, network communication, and intelligent diagnosis. It is the "brain" of industrial automation systems, responsible for receiving on-site signals, executing control algorithms, issuing operation instructions, and achieving centralized control and precise scheduling of the entire production process.
Product Overview
The ABB UAC389 (order number HIEE410506P104) industrial automation controller is a high-performance distributed control core unit launched by ABB for the upgrade needs of Industry 4.0. It belongs to advanced control system systems such as ABB Advance OCS or Freelance. The controller is designed with the core concept of "high computing power, high reliability, and high compatibility", integrating comprehensive functions such as real-time control, data processing, network communication, and intelligent diagnosis. It is the "brain" of industrial automation systems, responsible for receiving on-site signals, executing control algorithms, issuing operation instructions, and achieving centralized control and precise scheduling of the entire production process.
Based on ABB's decades of technological accumulation in the field of industrial control, the UAC389 controller has excellent computing performance, strong environmental adaptability, and flexible scalability. It is widely used in various industrial scenarios such as petrochemicals, metallurgy and steel, municipal water affairs, and intelligent manufacturing, especially for the automation control needs of large and complex process industries, providing core support for efficient operation, quality improvement, and safety assurance of production processes.
Core Features
1. High performance computing platform with excellent real-time control capability
The controller is equipped with a multi-core industrial grade processor, with a clock speed of up to 1.2GHz. Combined with ABB's self-developed real-time multitasking operating system, it can simultaneously process thousands of control loops and logic operation tasks in parallel. Its control cycle can be as short as 1ms, accurately capturing dynamic signal changes in industrial sites, quickly executing complex algorithms such as PID, fuzzy control, predictive control, etc., ensuring real-time response and accurate output of control instructions, and meeting the strict requirements of large-scale process industries for real-time control.
2. Fully redundant architecture design ensures safe and uninterrupted operation
In response to the high reliability requirements of key industrial scenarios, the controller adopts a fully redundant design of "dual machine hot standby+multi link redundancy". The CPU module, power module, and communication module all support redundant configuration. When the main module fails, the backup module can seamlessly switch within 10ms without data loss or control interruption during the switching process; The communication network supports modes such as ring network redundancy and dual network redundancy to avoid system paralysis caused by a single network failure. The mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeds 200000 hours, ensuring the continuous and stable production process.
3. Super strong anti-interference and environmental adaptability
Adopting comprehensive anti-interference technology: the power system is equipped with four levels of EMC filtering and surge protection circuit, which can effectively resist interference such as grid fluctuations and lightning surges; The core circuit adopts shielding and isolation design, with a signal isolation voltage of 3000V AC, which can work stably in strong electromagnetic radiation environment; The controller adopts industrial grade wide temperature element devices, with a working temperature range covering -40 ℃ to+70 ℃. It also has the "three protections" of dust, moisture, and salt spray, and can adapt to harsh industrial environments such as metallurgy and chemical industry.
4. Flexible and open compatibility and scalability
Following the IEC 61131-3 international standard, it supports multiple programming languages such as ladder diagram (LD), functional block diagram (FBD), structured text (ST), etc., making it easy for engineers to develop and debug programs. The controller supports mainstream industrial communication protocols such as PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and can seamlessly integrate with ABB's full range of I/O modules, third-party sensors, actuators, and MES/ERP systems. At the same time, multiple expansion slots are reserved to support the installation of AI/AO modules, communication modules, storage modules, etc. according to needs. It can be expanded up to hundreds of I/O points and adapted to control scenarios of different scales.
5. Intelligent diagnosis and remote operation and maintenance functions
Equipped with a comprehensive intelligent diagnostic system, it can monitor the CPU load, memory usage, power status, module operation, and communication link quality of the controller in real time. The status information is fed back through LED indicator lights, LCD display screens, and communication buses in a triple manner. When a fault is detected, it automatically records the fault code, fault time, and fault location, and supports remote fault diagnosis, program download, and parameter configuration through a cloud platform. Operations personnel can complete equipment maintenance without physically visiting the site, greatly reducing operation and maintenance costs and downtime.
6. Data security and encrypted transmission guarantee
In response to industrial data security requirements, the controller is equipped with hardware encryption chips that support data transmission encryption, user permission level management, and operation log recording functions. Ensure the secure transmission of remote communication data through SSL/TLS encryption protocol to prevent data theft or tampering; User permissions are divided into multiple levels such as administrator, operator, and maintenance personnel, with different levels corresponding to different operational permissions, ensuring the security and traceability of system operations and complying with industrial information security standards.
Key technical parameters
Model/Order Number
UAC389 / HIEE410506P104
Product Type
High performance industrial automation controller
Core processor
Multi core industrial grade CPU with a clock speed of ≥ 1.2GHz
Memory configuration
RAM: 8GB, Flash: 32GB (supports expansion to 128GB)
control cycle
1ms~1000ms (configurable)
Support I/O points
Maximum 1024 points (digital quantity)/256 points (analog quantity)
programming language
Compliant with IEC 61131-3, supporting LD/FBD/ST/IL/CFC
communication interface
4 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 2 RS485 ports, 1 CANopen port, 1 USB 3.0 port
communication protocol
PROFINET、EtherNet/IP、Modbus TCP、OPC UA、MQTT
redundant function
CPU、 Power and communication are fully redundant, with a switching time of ≤ 10ms
Isolation level
3000V AC between power supply and signal, 1500V AC between signal channels
working power supply
DC 24V ± 20%/AC 110V/220V ± 10%, supports dual redundant power supply
Working temperature range
-40℃ ~ +70℃
Storage temperature range
-55℃ ~ +85℃
Protection level
IP40 (complete machine), compatible with IP54 and above protection level control cabinets
Dimensions (length x width x height)
280mm × 180mm × 80mm (approximately)
Installation method
35mm DIN rail installation/panel bolt fixation
Typical application scenarios
1. Control of large-scale petrochemical complex
In large-scale petrochemical complex units such as vacuum distillation and catalytic cracking, the UAC389 controller serves as the core control unit, connecting hundreds of on-site sensors and actuators to collect key parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, and liquid level of each unit. Through complex cascade control and ratio control algorithms, the operation of each unit is coordinated. Its full redundancy design ensures that the device can still operate stably in case of any single module failure, avoiding safety accidents and economic losses caused by control interruption.
2. Automated control of the entire process of metallurgical steel production
In the entire process of sintering, ironmaking, steelmaking, and rolling in steel production, the controller is responsible for coordinating the control tasks of each process: controlling the thickness of the material layer and the roasting temperature in the sintering process; Adjusting the coal injection rate and hot air temperature of the blast furnace in the ironmaking process; Control oxygen flow rate and smelting time in the steelmaking process; Accurately control the roll speed and reduction amount in the steel rolling process. Its high-performance computing power can achieve real-time processing and collaborative control of the entire process data, improving steel quality and production efficiency.
3. Municipal water comprehensive treatment system
In the comprehensive treatment system of waterworks and sewage treatment plants, the UAC389 controller is used to control the entire process equipment such as water intake, dosing, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection. Collect parameters such as turbidity, pH value, and residual chlorine content of raw water, and automatically adjust the speed of the dosing pump and valve opening through PID algorithm to ensure that the effluent quality meets the standard. At the same time, it supports communication with the municipal management and control platform to achieve remote monitoring and centralized scheduling and reduce the cost of manual operation and maintenance.
4. Flexible production control in intelligent manufacturing factories
In intelligent manufacturing factories such as automotive parts and electronic components, controllers serve as the control core of flexible production lines, connecting industrial robots AGV、 Intelligent sensors and other devices automatically schedule the collaborative work of various devices based on production orders. By integrating with the MES system through the OPC UA protocol, real-time production tasks and feedback on production progress are received, achieving flexible adjustment and intelligent control of the production process, and improving the flexibility and production efficiency of the production line.
5. New energy grid connection control in the power system
In the new energy grid connected system of photovoltaic power plants and wind farms, the UAC389 controller is responsible for collecting parameters such as output power, voltage, and current of photovoltaic modules and wind turbines, optimizing energy conversion efficiency through maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm, and adjusting the output of grid connected inverters according to changes in grid frequency and voltage to ensure stable connection between the new energy generation system and the grid. Its high reliability and fast response capability ensure the safe and efficient grid connection of new energy power.





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