ABB NDCO-03 3BSE017193R1 Multi-Protocol Gateway Communications tab

ABB NDCO-03, part number 3BSE017193R1, is a multi-protocol gateway communication option card matched with ABB Advant / 800xA control systems, fully compatible with AC800M and Advant Master controllers. It serves as a dedicated gateway communication unit for protocol interworking of multi-vendor equipment and cross-bus data interaction.

Equipped with an independent multi-core communication processing chip, the module integrates multiple hardware interfaces including PROFIBUS-DP, RS485/232 serial port and 100M Ethernet. It can run up to 4 industrial communication protocols simultaneously, realizing bidirectional data forwarding, protocol conversion and centralized data collection between DCS controllers, third-party PLCs, frequency converters, smart instruments and servo motion controllers. Built with complete bus fault diagnosis, data verification and automatic link reconnection mechanisms, it adopts 24VDC isolated power supply and full-interface electrical isolation. Featuring industrial wide-temperature hardware and IP20 indoor protection, it has obtained CE, UL and ABS marine explosion-proof certifications. The card contains no mechanical wearable parts, supporting online configuration modification and real-time communication link monitoring. It is widely applied to networking of multi-brand equipment, protocol compatibility renovation of legacy systems, and projects for accessing data of third-party instruments and inverters to DCS in thermal power, chemical, metallurgy, paper and offshore platform industries.

A dedicated independent communication processor independently schedules timing of multiple buses without occupying controller CPU resources. It can process data of three groups of links (Ethernet, PROFIBUS-DP, serial port) in parallel, completing data packaging, parsing, protocol translation and variable mapping, and supporting cyclic real-time data exchange as well as acyclic parameter reading/writing and equipment diagnosis reading.

Three groups of independent hardware communication interfaces with full electrical isolation protection are arranged on the board:

Flame-retardant V0 grade high-temperature resistant PCB with reinforced component layout, compact card size fitting controller slots. Gold-plated backplane contact pins resist oxidation and corrosion. The fully electronic design without moving mechanical parts requires zero routine wear maintenance, adapting to long-term constant-temperature continuous operation in sealed control cabinets.

Model & Part No.: NDCO-03 / 3BSE017193R1Max Number of Parallel Protocols: 4 groups running synchronouslySupported Bus Protocols: PROFIBUS DP V0/V1, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, SPA, MPI, EtherNet/IPEthernet Rate: 10/100M adaptiveMax PROFIBUS DP Baud Rate: 12MbpsSerial Port Specification: Multiplexed isolated RS232/RS485 interfaceBus Topology: Standard linear and star industrial bus topologiesDiagnosis Functions: Online detection of link breakage, communication timeout, address conflict and data check errorData Mapping: Bidirectional mapping of multi-protocol variables, data filtering and range conversion support

Rated Supply Voltage: 24VDC (allowable range: 18~30VDC)Typical Overall Operating Current: 120mA @24VDCMax Overall Power Consumption: ≤3WInterface Withstand Isolation Voltage: 1500VDC electrical isolation between each communication interface and backplaneHot Swap Support: Hot swapping is not supportedCompatible Controllers: AC800M, Advant Controller 400 seriesSupport Configuration Software: ABB Control Builder, 800xA Engineering

Operating Temperature: -25℃ ~ +60℃Storage & Transportation Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃Relative Humidity: 5%~95% RH, non-condensing, free of acid and alkali corrosive gasProtection Class: IP20 (for indoor control cabinet use only)Pollution Degree: Class 2EMC Compliance: IEC 61000-4 series industrial Class A standardMax Operating Altitude: ≤2000m

Mounting Method: Vertical plug-in installation in standard internal controller slotsOverall Dimensions: L100mm × W60mm × T30mmNet Weight: Approx. 0.2kgHousing Material: High-temperature resistant flame-retardant PCB, gold-plated backplane contacts

Multi-protocol parallel gateway conversion breaks data barriers of multi-brand equipment

Up to 4 different industrial communication protocols can run simultaneously. As a transfer gateway between DCS and third-party frequency converters, PLCs, instruments and servos, it eliminates the need for additional independent protocol converters, simplifies hardware layout inside cabinets and reduces system procurement costs.

Full-interface electrical isolation greatly improves communication stability under complex working conditions

Ethernet, DP bus and serial ports are all independently isolated, completely isolating high-frequency electromagnetic interference generated by high-power motors and frequency converters on site, eliminating signal drift, communication flash disconnection and random offline caused by ground potential differences of different equipment, suitable for strong magnetic field sites such as metallurgy and chemical plants.

Real-time full-link fault diagnosis enables rapid location of cross-bus communication abnormalities

It real-time monitors power supply, link connectivity and data transceiving status of each communication link as well as check errors. Panel LEDs provide visual alarms, and fault information is synchronously uploaded to the DCS system to generate event records. Maintenance staff can quickly distinguish faults on the controller side, gateway itself and third-party equipment bus, shortening downtime troubleshooting duration.

Independent communication processor does not occupy controller computing resources

The dedicated hardware processing chip independently completes all protocol parsing and data forwarding. Even with mass point interaction and parallel communication of multiple links, it will not increase the CPU load of the controller, ensuring real-time performance of system control logic and regulation loops.

Wide-temperature long-term stable operation adapts to special working conditions such as explosion-proof and marine environments

The hardware supports a wide temperature range of -25℃~+60℃ and has passed special certifications for explosion-proof and marine industries. It can be used in offshore platforms, chemical Zone2 explosion-proof areas and marine power control cabinets, supporting stable 24/7 continuous operation all year round.

Standardized controller slot design ensures compatibility for legacy system renovationUnified backplane plug-in specifications allow original Advant and AC800M controllers to be directly equipped with NDCO-03 to expand multi-protocol communication capabilities without replacing main control hardware. Third-party equipment access renovation can be completed merely by adding communication configurations via engineering software with short plant shutdown time.

Power Industry: Protocol conversion for accessing data of third-party frequency converters, auxiliary PLCs and smart power meters to 800xA DCS systems in thermal power, hydropower and photovoltaic power stations.Chemical & Petrochemical Industry: Centralized data collection gateway for on-site analyzers, valve positioners and screw compressors in refining and fine chemical explosion-proof areas.Metallurgical Industry: Cross-bus data intercommunication of multi-brand servos, frequency converters and temperature measuring instruments in steel rolling and sintering production lines.Water Treatment, Paper Making, Cement & Light Industry: Networking for data interaction between third-party complete production line equipment, local PLCs and main control DCS.Special Working Conditions: Communication docking of multi-vendor equipment in offshore platforms and marine power control systems, gateway applications in explosion-proof hazardous area automation.Technical Renovation & Capacity Expansion Projects: Adding third-party equipment measuring points to 800xA/Advant systems, upgrading legacy single-protocol communication modules, and rectifying communication interference of multi-brand equipment.