Core Function: Provides graphical interface for monitoring DCS process variables, executing control commands, and displaying alarms/events; integrates with Symphony Harmony controllers for real-time visualization.
Key Specs: 10.4-inch TFT display (640×480 resolution), Ethernet/IP/Profibus DP communication, -20°C to +60°C operating temperature, IP65 front panel protection.
Manufacturer: ABB Part number: ABB PP836 3BSE042237R1
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PP836 3BSE042237R1: Product OverviewThe ABB PP836 (3BSE042237R1) is a graphical operator panel within ABB’s Symphony Harmony distributed control system (DCS) family, designed to serve as a human-machine interface (HMI) for industrial process monitoring and control. Positioned as the primary interface between operators and the DCS, its role is to display real-time process variables (e.g., temperature, pressure, flow), present trend data, visualize alarm conditions, and enable manual control actions (e.g., valve positioning, pump start/stop) via a touch-enabled screen. This module is critical for maintaining operator situational awareness in continuous process industries—such as oil refining, chemical manufacturing, and power generation—where timely decision-making directly impacts safety and efficiency.Functionally, the PP836 connects to Symphony Harmony controllers (e.g., AC800M) via Ethernet/IP or Profibus DP, acquiring process data for visualization. It supports pre-configured graphic screens (developed in ABB’s Control Builder M) and customizable layouts to match specific plant workflows. As part of the Symphony Harmony platform, the panel leverages the ecosystem’s advantages: unified engineering tools, seamless integration with 800xA asset management, and scalability for multi-operator stations. Benefits include reduced training time for operators (via intuitive graphics), centralized access to critical data, and minimized risk of manual entry errors.PP836 3BSE042237R1: Technical Specifications
Model Number: PP836
Product Code: 3BSE042237R1
Manufacturer: ABB
Product Type: Operator Panel (HMI)
Display Type: 10.4-inch TFT color LCD
Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
Touchscreen: Resistive, 4-wire, glove-compatible
Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Profibus DP (up to 12 Mbps), Modbus TCP (optional)
Front Panel Protection: IP65 (dust-tight, jet-water resistant)
Power Supply: 24V DC (nominal, 18-32V DC range)
Power Consumption: 15W (typical)
Dimensions: 310mm x 240mm x 65mm (width x height x depth)
Weight: 2.5kg
Certifications: CE, UL, cULus, RoHS
Core Features & Customer ValueThe PP836 3BSE042237R1 is engineered to enhance operator effectiveness and system reliability. Its 10.4-inch TFT display with 640×480 resolution provides clear visualization of complex process diagrams, trend charts, and alarm lists—critical for operators monitoring multiple parameters simultaneously. In a refinery’s crude distillation unit, this reduces the time to identify abnormal tray temperatures, enabling faster corrective action.Support for Ethernet/IP and Profibus DP ensures seamless integration with Symphony Harmony controllers and third-party devices (e.g., Siemens S7-1500 PLCs). For engineers, this eliminates the need for protocol converters, simplifying system architecture and reducing integration costs. The resistive touchscreen is durable and operable with gloves, suitable for environments requiring personal protective equipment.Rugged construction (IP65 front panel, -20°C to +60°C operating range) allows installation in control rooms or exposed operator stations (e.g., pump houses). Built-in diagnostics (LED indicators for power, communication, and faults) expedite troubleshooting; a failed Ethernet link, for example, is immediately flagged via the status bar. Integration with Control Builder M enables engineers to reuse graphic templates across projects, cutting configuration time by 15-20%.The panel’s Windows CE 6.0 OS supports lightweight applications (e.g., data logging, report generation) without requiring an external PC. For maintenance teams, this consolidates operator interface and basic analytics into a single device, reducing cabinet space and hardware complexity.
ABB PP836 3BSE042237R1
Typical ApplicationsThe ABB PP836 3BSE042237R1 is deployed in Symphony Harmony DCS environments requiring operator interaction. In a petroleum refinery’s control room, it displays real-time data from the crude distillation unit—including column temperatures, reflux rates, and product yields—allowing operators to adjust setpoints via touch commands. Ethernet/IP connectivity ensures synchronization with the AC800M controller, while alarm prioritization (e.g., red for critical, yellow for warning) highlights urgent issues.At a chemical plant’s polymerization reactor, the panel visualizes batch progress (e.g., monomer addition stages, reactor temperature ramps) and enables manual override of agitator speed. Its -20°C cold-start capability supports winter startups, and IP65 protection withstands occasional water splashes from nearby cleaning activities.In a municipal water treatment facility, the PP836 presents pump status, chemical dosing rates, and filter backwash cycles. Operators use the touchscreen to acknowledge alarms (e.g., high turbidity) and adjust dosing setpoints, with data logged locally for compliance reporting. The compact size (310x240x65mm) fits into crowded control desks, simplifying retrofits in aging facilities.
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