Product Overview

The ABB 3BHE046722R0101, identified by the model PPC932 A101, is a specialized control component integrated within the ABB DCS ecosystem. Engineered for high-reliability industrial environments, this module functions as a hardware-based security and licensing interface. It provides a secure USB-Hardlock mechanism for ECT (Excitation Control Terminal) software, ensuring that critical control systems remain protected through authorized license verification. Its robust architecture is designed to withstand the rigors of continuous industrial operation while maintaining a compact footprint for streamlined cabinet integration.

Core Specifications and Hardware Parameters

This module is characterized by its precision Swiss engineering and high-density electronic design. Please note that while the housing dimensions are compact for port accessibility, the overall physical profile is optimized for industrial mounting.

• Manufacturer: ABB

• Country of Origin: Sweden / Switzerland

• Weight: 0.46 kg

• Module Dimensions: 16.6 x 12 x 4.6 cm

• Product Series: PPC Series

• Interface Type: USB-Hardlock Key

• System Compatibility: ABB Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

• HS Code: 8537101190

• Licensing Capacity: 1 License for ECT

• Communication Role: Ethernet-integrated security routing

Strategic Industrial Deployment

The PPC932 A101 is primarily deployed in sectors requiring stringent access control and software validation for power electronics and excitation systems. By acting as a physical gatekeeper for ECT software, it prevents unauthorized parameter modifications in high-stakes environments.

• Power Generation: Used in excitation control systems to secure terminal software access.

• Grid Infrastructure: Implementation within Ethernet routing environments to manage secure licensing.

• System Integration: Utilized by DCS integrators to provide a hardware-anchored security layer for industrial automation software.

• Facility Security: Ensuring that only licensed workstations can interface with critical control hardware via the Hardlock key.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the primary function of the PPC932 A101 3BHE046722R0101?

A: This module serves as a hardware license key, specifically a USB-Hardlock, required to authorize and run ECT software within ABB industrial control environments.

Q: In which control systems is this card typically installed?

A: It is designed for use within ABB Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and is frequently associated with power excitation and industrial automation hardware architectures.

Q: Does this product include software licenses upon purchase?

A: The hardware unit is configured to support one ECT license, acting as the physical security token necessary for software activation and operation.

Q: What are the shipping specifications for international procurement?

A: The unit weighs approximately 0.46 kg with dimensions of 16.6 x 12 x 4.6 cm, making it a lightweight component suitable for rapid global courier dispatch.