Manufacturer: ABB
Model: SM812K01
Ordering Code: 3BSE072270R1
Product Type: High-Integrity Safety Processor
Status: Active (Original Factory Seal)
Product Overview: The Standard for Safety-Critical Control
The ABB SM812K01 is a high-performance Safety CPU module designed specifically for the ABB System 800xA architecture. Certified to SIL 3 according to IEC 61508, this module is engineered for applications where risk reduction and system reliability are paramount.
Unlike standard controllers, the SM812K01 provides a fail-safe operational environment for Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD), Fire and Gas Systems (F&G), and Burner Management Systems (BMS). It integrates seamlessly with standard AC 800M controllers (PM857, PM863, PM867) to ensure that safety logic executes independently of standard control logic, meeting the strictest international regulatory requirements.
Key Technical Specifications
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Specification Detail
Ordering Number 3BSE072270R1
Safety Integrity Level SIL 3 (IEC 61508)
Compatibility ABB 800xA 6.0.2 and later
Supported Controllers PM857, PM863, PM867
Kit Includes SM812 CPU, TP868 Baseplate, TK852V10 Sync Cable
Operating Temp -25°C to +70°C
Dimensions (H x W x D) 186mm x 59mm x 127.5mm
Weight 0.63 kg
Key Features & Benefits
IEC 61508 SIL 3 Certification: Guarantees a high level of risk reduction for critical assets like turbines, compressors, and chemical reactors.
Redundancy Ready: Supports 1oo2 (One out of Two) redundant configurations. By pairing two SM812 modules, you achieve fault tolerance, ensuring that a single module failure does not result in a plant shutdown.
Seamless 800xA Integration: Works natively with the ABB 800xA control system, allowing safety data to be displayed on standard operator workstations without compromising integrity.
Hot-Swappable Design: Minimizes downtime by allowing module replacement without powering down the entire rack.
Fast Response Time: < 50 ms safety reaction time ensures immediate action during process deviations.
Applications & Use Cases
The SM812K01 is the preferred safety CPU for heavy industries requiring high availability and certified safety performance:
Oil & Gas: Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and High-Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS).
Power Generation: Turbine control and Boiler safety management.
Chemicals & Petrochemicals: Reactor temperature control and batch safety interlocks.
Mining & Metals: Conveyor belt protection and grinding mill safety circuits.
Why Choose This Module?
Investing in the ABB SM812K01 ensures that your Safety Instrumented System (SIS) is built on a foundation of reliability. It allows plant managers to maintain production throughput while knowing that their personnel and equipment are protected by a certified, high-integrity safety layer.
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*Warranty: 12 Months. Origin: Sweden / Finland.*
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