Product Details
The ABB SB171 3BSE004802R0001, also cataloged as the SB171 Backup Power Supply, operates as a dedicated hardware component for trickle charging and maintaining external 12 V, 4 Ah NiCd battery units within ABB Advant Master Process Control System platforms. The module manages energy buffering to ensure continuous RAM retention and CPU system memory backup during primary bus voltage drops or main power failure events.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SB171 3BSE004802R0001 (3BSE004802R1) |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Product Type | Power Supplies |
| Target Load | 12 V, 4 Ah NiCd battery charger circuit |
| Dimensions | 234 mm x 90 mm x 54 mm |
| Net Weight | 0.315 kg |
| Operating Temp | 0 to +55 deg C (standard panel ambient) |
| Power Consumption | Draws power from subrack backplane power rails |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility
The backup power supply module mounts directly into the controller subrack, maintaining stable voltage distribution across the internal bus without impairing backplane bus communication velocity. Constant battery voltage supervision prevents data loss in volatile memory locations across host controllers, maintaining data integrity for deterministic Profinet or EtherNet/IP deterministic networks during primary power interruptions. The hardware layer functions fully independent of firmware flash compatibility revisions, ensuring continuous operational protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What battery type is supported by the SB171 charging circuit?
A: The module is designed specifically to charge and maintain a 12 V, 4 Ah Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) battery assembly.
Q: How is the SB171 module mechanically integrated into the system?
A: The module installs directly into the subrack chassis slot, interfacing with backplane power rails through standard rack edge connectors.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power De-energization: Ensure subrack power is disconnected prior to inserting or removing the power supply module.
- Slot Alignment: Guide the SB171 module along the subrack mounting rails until backplane power connectors mate fully.
- Fastening: Tighten top and bottom retaining screws to ensure proper earth bonding and mechanical retention within the rack.
- Battery Wiring: Connect external 12 V NiCd battery terminals maintaining strict polarity alignment to avoid internal fuse trip or charging circuit fault.
Additional Information
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