{"product_id":"abb-bb512-3bur980001r0001-bus-backplane-module","title":"ABB BB512 3BUR980001R0001 Bus Backplane Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB512 3BUR980001R0001\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rack-mounted bus backplane engineered for ABB Advant OCS and AC 400 control platforms. It serves as the core mechanical carrier and electrical interconnection layer within AC 400 controller racks, enabling secure installation and synchronized communication between control, I\/O, and interface modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments, this backplane provides stable power distribution and deterministic bus signaling across all installed modules. Its 18SU form factor supports scalable system layouts while maintaining consistent electrical performance over long service lifecycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility and Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB512 (3BUR980001R0001)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eintegrates natively with ABB’s Advant OCS architecture and MOD 300–based AC 400 controllers. It supports central processing units, distributed I\/O assemblies, and communication interfaces, forming the physical and electrical foundation of the controller rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe backplane aligns with ABB’s modular design philosophy, allowing system expansion, maintenance, and modernization without redesigning the rack infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB512\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder \/ Part Number:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3BUR980001R0001\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModule Type: Rack Bus Backplane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRack Width: 18SU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting Method: Standard rack installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Sweden\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical and Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated bus paths for power and internal data communication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-retention industrial connectors for vibration-resistant operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimized trace layout for reliable signal integrity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports continuous-duty operation in control cabinets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Capabilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical support for AC 400 CPUs, I\/O modules, and communication units\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentralized distribution of system power across installed modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable backplane communication for deterministic controller operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with modular expansion and system upgrades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Application Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB512 3BUR980001R0001\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely deployed in fixed automation installations where long-term availability and structured rack layouts are required, including power generation facilities, chemical and petrochemical plants, metal processing lines, and large-scale manufacturing systems. It is also commonly used in AC 400 retrofit and spare-part replacement projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the BB512 compatible with all AC 400 central units?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The BB512 is designed specifically for ABB Advant OCS and AC 400 systems and supports standard AC 400 central units and associated modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the backplane include active electronics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The BB512 is a passive backplane that provides mechanical mounting, power distribution, and internal bus routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this backplane be reused during system upgrades?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: In most cases, yes. The BB512 supports ABB’s modular upgrade approach, allowing reuse when replacing CPUs or I\/O modules within the AC 400 family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42983144849498,"sku":"BB512 3BUR980001R0001","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/BB5123BUR980001R0001.jpg?v=1772174990","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/sr\/products\/abb-bb512-3bur980001r0001-bus-backplane-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}