{"product_id":"3aua0000110431-abb-bcu-22-converter-control-unit","title":"3AUA0000110431 ABB BCU-22 Converter Control Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ABB BCU-22 (order number 3AUA0000110431) is a control unit intended for converter and drive system architectures that use fiber-optic links for fast, noise-immune communication between the main controller and power\/converter modules. In a typical installation, the unit coordinates control and monitoring signals across multiple optical channels, supporting stable operation of multi-module converter arrangements and simplifying diagnostics during commissioning and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BCU-22 is commonly specified where galvanic separation and EMC resistance are required, since optical communication reduces susceptibility to electrical interference inside high-power cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical correction note\u003cbr\u003eThe source text contains several unverified or conflicting items (e.g., “IEC 61850 digital substation” functions, inconsistent weights, and “Ethernet router” as a service). These have been removed. The listing values below follow the provided datasheet header.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ Order Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBCU-22 \/ 3AUA0000110431\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Role\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber-optic control\/monitoring interface for converter systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand New\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn Stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMOQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.5 × 27.5 × 8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHS Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8537101190\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical functional characteristics (system dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-channel fiber-optic interfaces for transmit\/receive communication to converter modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal-time coordination of converter control functions and feedback status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport for cabinet-level diagnostics by monitoring link integrity and module communication states\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for installation in electrically noisy power conversion environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegration considerations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the converter family and cabinet topology that specifies BCU-22 hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify fiber type, connector style, and channel mapping against the installed system documentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter replacement, validate optical link status and module communication before enabling power stage operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-module industrial drives and converter cabinets requiring synchronized control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower conversion systems where fiber optics are used to maintain signal integrity near high dv\/dt switching devices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetrofit or spare-part replacement for maintaining ABB converter control platforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy industry processes such as metals, mining, pulp \u0026amp; paper, marine, and large pumping\/compression systems (equipment dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518990278829,"sku":"3AUA0000110431","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/abb-bcu-22-3aua0000110431-control-unit-p2cybfij2oi.jpg?v=1766984184","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/3aua0000110431-abb-bcu-22-converter-control-unit","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}