{"product_id":"optical-module-ufd128a101-abb-3bhe012049r0101-unitrol-interface","title":"Optical Module UFD128A101 ABB 3BHE012049R0101 UNITROL Interface","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe ABB 3BHE012049R0101,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eidentified by the model UFD128A101,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-speed optical transceiver module specifically developed for the UNITROL excitation system family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis module acts as a high-integrity fiber optic interface within Distributed Control Systems (DCS),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efacilitating long-range,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einterference-free data transmission between control processors and remote I\/O or power electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy converting electrical signals into light pulses at a 1310 nm wavelength,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe UFD128A101 ensures that critical control data remains immune to the heavy electromagnetic noise (EMI) common in power plant environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIts gigabit-rate performance provides the low-latency communication required for real-time excitation regulation and transient monitoring of large-scale synchronous machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eHardware Specifications and Physical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eComponent Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFiber Optic SFP \/ Optical Interface Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eModel Identifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUFD128A101\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eOrder Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3BHE012049R0101\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eData Throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 Gbps (Gigabit Ethernet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eOptical Wavelength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1310 nm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eConnector Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLC Duplex Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eNetworking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompatible with Ethernet Routers and System Bus Gateways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eUnit Mass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e06kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1cm x 4cm x 1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e8cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eManufacturing Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSweden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eTariff Code (HS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8537101190\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eSystem Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eActive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eStrategic Deployment and Industrial Scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe 3BHE012049R0101 is predominantly utilized in energy generation facilities where the UNITROL system governs generator excitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is an essential component for installations requiring galvanized isolation between control cabinets or across different floor levels of a facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 1310 nm specification allows for stable transmission over significant distances without the signal degradation typically associated with copper cabling or lower-grade fiber links.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBecause it is designed for the industrial sector,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe UFD128A101 maintains high performance across a wide temperature range,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emaking it suitable for both indoor turbine halls and outdoor enclosure-based automation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIts plug-and-play compatibility with ABB’s DCS hardware ensures a streamlined path for infrastructure upgrades and network expansion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eQ: Can the UFD128A101 be used with standard 1310 nm single-mode fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe 1310 nm wavelength is the industry standard for single-mode fiber optic transmission,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eproviding the high-bandwidth and low-attenuation path necessary for 1 Gbps data rates over extended distances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eQ: What is the benefit of the LC connector on the 3BHE012049R0101?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe LC connector is a small-form-factor interface that provides a secure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esnap-in connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis reduces the risk of signal loss due to vibration and allows for higher port density on the controller faceplate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eQ: Is this optical module hot-swappable within a live UNITROL system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile the hardware supports standard SFP insertion,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit is recommended to follow ABB’s specific maintenance protocols for your excitation system to ensure that removing the optical link does not trigger a protective system trip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eQ: Does the UFD128A101 require external power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe module draws its necessary operating power directly from the SFP slot of the host ABB controller or communication bridge into which it is inserted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"\"\u003eQ: How does this module handle electromagnetic interference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy using light-based transmission rather than electrical signals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe module is inherently immune to EMI and RFI,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich is a critical safety feature when routing communication lines near high-voltage busbars or transformers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518965309613,"sku":"3BHE012049R0101","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/abb-3bhe012049r0101-ufd128a101-optical-module-ushyinfq3ir.jpg?v=1766983214","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/optical-module-ufd128a101-abb-3bhe012049r0101-unitrol-interface","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}