ABB SPBRC400 Harmony Rack Bridge Controller with 2 MB NVRAM
ABB SPBRC400 is a Harmony Rack (HR Series) Bridge Controller with expanded memory for ABB Symphony Harmony control systems. ABB identifies SPBRC400 as a "Controller with Expanded Memory" and classifies it as a Central Unit.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | SPBRC400 |
| Product Type | Central Unit |
| Product Description | Controller with Expanded Memory |
| Product Family | Harmony Rack (HR Series) |
| Application | Symphony Harmony control system |
| Processor | 160 MHz, 32-bit Freescale ColdFire processor |
| User Configuration Memory | 2 MB NVRAM |
| Function Block Capacity | Up to 30,000 function blocks |
| Online Configuration | Flexible online configuration capability |
| I/O Support | HR Series I/O, SD Series I/O and S800 I/O |
| Intelligent Device Integration | HART I/O and PROFIBUS DP V0, V1, V2 |
| Firmware | Downloadable firmware |
| Net Dimensions | 71.12 × 358.14 × 271.78 mm |
| Net Weight | 0.499 kg |
| Battery | 1 × lithium non-rechargeable button cell, 5 g |
Source: ABB product information and ABB Harmony/HR Series documentation.
SPBRC400 is a Harmony Rack Bridge Controller used in ABB Symphony Harmony process-control systems.
ABB describes the HR Series as multi-function rack process controllers for continuous, sequential, batch and advanced control applications. The architecture supports HR Series I/O, previous rack generations, SD Series I/O, Block I/O and S800 I/O.
Typical Applications
- Process-control system maintenance
- Harmony Rack controller replacement
- Existing-system lifecycle support
- HR Series I/O control architectures
- Installed-system spare requirements
Compatibility Information
Original Compatibility: Designed for ABB Harmony Rack / HR Series architectures with documented support for HR Series I/O, previous rack generations, SD Series I/O, Block I/O and S800 I/O.
Historical Compatibility: The Harmony BRC architecture is documented by ABB as compatible with previous Network 90 and INFI 90 controller hardware and software architectures.
Historical Replacement: ABB lifecycle documentation identifies form/fit/function replacement relationships for earlier Harmony Rack BRC applications.
Replacement Considerations
SPBRC400 is typically searched when an installed Harmony Rack controller requires replacement, maintenance or a critical spare.
A controller failure can affect control-system availability. The actual process shutdown risk depends on the customer's control strategy, redundancy configuration and process design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What system does SPBRC400 belong to?
A: ABB Symphony Harmony / Harmony Rack (HR Series) control system.
Q: What are the key enhancements of SPBRC400?
A: 2 MB NVRAM extended user configuration memory, support for up to 30,000 function blocks, and flexible online configuration capability.
Q: What I/O does SPBRC400 support?
A: HR Series I/O, SD Series I/O and S800 I/O, with HART I/O and PROFIBUS DP integration documented by ABB.
Q: Is SPBRC400 compatible with Network 90 and INFI 90?
A: Yes. ABB documents Harmony BRC compatibility with previous Network 90 and INFI 90 controller hardware and software architectures.
Q: What information is required for an RFQ?
A: Please provide Part Number, Quantity, Destination, Required Date and Machine/System Model.
Q: What are the testing, warranty and DOA terms?
A: Please contact Amikon to confirm pre-shipment testing, warranty coverage, packaging and DOA return/replacement terms for the specific order.
Available Inventory Models
140CPS11420
140DDO35300C
1444-DYN04-01RA
151-7AA21-0AB0
1734-AENT
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1756-L73
1783-ETAP
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20-750-ENETR
20-750-UFB-1
20AC022A0AYNANC0
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20BC1P3
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These models are listed as available inventory only and are not official or compatible replacement models for SPBRC400.
