3BDH000530R1 | ABB PM803F / PM 803F AC 800F Base Unit

Product Overview

The ABB PM803F (3BDH000530R1) is the Base Unit Controller for the ABB AC 800F (Freelance) control system. It features a 32-bit superscalar RISC processor, 16 MB battery-backed RAM, and integrated Ethernet for small to medium-scale automation tasks.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: ABB
• Part Number: PM803F (3BDH000530R1)
• Product Type: AC 800F Base Unit Controller
• CPU: 32-bit superscalar RISC processor
• RAM: 16 MB SD-RAM (battery-backed)
• Flash: 8 MB
• System: AC 800F / Freelance
• Communication: Ethernet, RS-232/RS-485, PROFIBUS, CAN, Modbus
• I/O Capacity: Up to ~1,000 I/Os
• Power Supply: 24 V DC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C
• Certifications: CE, NAMUR, UL, ISA-S71.04 (G3)

Applications

• Small to medium process control
• Water and wastewater treatment
• Food and beverage automation
• Building management systems

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between AC800F and AC800M?
A: AC800F (Freelance) is designed for small-to-medium applications with integrated engineering. AC800M (System 800xA) targets large DCS applications with distributed architecture.

Q: Does PM803F support redundancy?
A: Yes, AC800F supports CPU, power supply, and communication redundancy when configured with appropriate hardware.

Installation Guide

1. Mount PM803F on DIN rail in the Freelance rack.
2. Connect 24 V DC power.
3. Install fieldbus modules (FI810F for CAN, EI813F for Ethernet, etc.) in expansion slots.
4. Connect Ethernet to the control network.
5. Configure using Freelance Engineering Tool.

Selection Tips

• Choose PM803F for Freelance-based systems requiring up to 1,000 I/Os.
• For larger systems, consider PM902F or PM904F.
• Verify fieldbus module compatibility with your application requirements.