ABB GFD563A102 (Order Number: 3BHE046836R0102) AC 800PEC High-performance Power Converter Controller
I. Model Code Explanation
GFD563A102: Hardware Function Model, representing the LCI load commutation transmission drive dedicated main control unit on the AC800PEC platform
3BHE046836R0102: The original factory’s unique material order number. This complete number must be used for procurement, spare parts replacement, and drawing annotations.
Ownership Platform: AC 800PEC high-end power electronics / power generation drive control system (the series’ general controller PCD231B101/PCD231 is a general feeder model, this model is a high-power variable frequency excitation dedicated model)
Product Positioning
A high-speed and high-performance controller specifically developed for high-power LCI load commutation inverters and synchronous generator excitation systems. It combines high-speed power electronic closed-loop control with complete process logic control. It is the core control unit for large-power transmissions in thermal power / hydropower, metallurgy, and mining. It can seamlessly integrate into the ABB 800xA DCS system to achieve full plant monitoring.

Core Hardware Specifications
1. Processor and Performance
Dual-core high-speed processor, supporting microsecond-level control cycle, suitable for high-speed algorithms such as thyristor triggering and excitation rapid adjustment
Standard 2GB memory, supporting firmware expansion, large-capacity storage for fault recording
Meets IEC 61508 SIL3 safety level, suitable for redundant control scenarios of critical units
2. Native I/O Channels (board-mounted without expansion modules)
Digital Input DI: 30 channels (including 2 channels of encoder high-speed counting, for collecting motor rotor position)
Analog Input AI: 2 channels of high-precision CT/PT mutual inductor signal acquisition
Digital Output DO: 28 general-purpose switch outputs + 2 high-speed pulse trigger outputs (directly connected to LCI thyristor power bridge)
Terminal integrated green plug-in type wiring panel, can be directly connected to mutual inductors, circuit breakers, on-site sensors, power unit trigger circuits
3. All Types of Communication Interfaces
Front integrated multiple industrial bus interfaces to meet hierarchical communication requirements:
Dual network ports RJ45 Ethernet: program download, upper computer 800xA monitoring, IEC60870 remote communication
RS485/RS232 serial ports: Modbus RTU, local debugging panel
CAN bus: AC800PEC local I/O expansion interconnection
Fiber optic link: long-distance power unit isolation communication, single system supports up to 36 bidirectional fiber optic expansion links, remote I/O up to 1000 meters
4. Electrical and Environmental Parameters
Power Supply: Standard 24VDC industrial DC power supply, the entire machine has low power consumption and does not require forced air cooling
Operating Temperature: -20℃ ~ +60℃, suitable for power plants, metallurgy with dust, strong electromagnetic interference cabinet environments
Protection Grade: IP20, standard DIN rail frame embedded installation
Overall size: approximately 380mm in length × 142mm in width × 74mm in height, compatible with the installation position of PCD231B101 chassis

Core Control Functions
LCI Load Commutation Frequency Converter Special Control
High-power synchronous motor speed regulation closed-loop, thyristor commutation logic, current/torque dual closed-loop regulation, out-of-step protection, start-up and switching logic.
Generator excitation regulation
Hydroelectric/steam turbine generators’ reactive power, power factor, voltage closed-loop control, low excitation/overexcitation, de-magnetization, short circuit complete protection.
Integrated Protection and Diagnosis
Overcurrent, overvoltage, overheating, power unit failure, encoder break self-check; built-in fault recording, capable of recording millisecond-level fault waveforms.
Programmable Logic
Supports standard IEC61131-3 programming languages (mainly CFC graphical programming), paired with Control Builder M software; compatible with Matlab/Simulink simulation algorithms for direct download and execution, customizable interlocks and sequential control logic.
Redundancy and Asset Operation and Maintenance
Supports TMR three-mode redundant architecture to ensure the unit does not shut down; built-in equipment health monitoring, supports predictive maintenance, IEC62443 industrial control network security standard firewall function.

Typical Application Scenarios
Power Generation Industry: Thermal power steam turbine generators, hydropower water turbine generator excitation control systems
High-power Transmission: Mining mine hoist, metallurgical rolling mill, large air/compression units, ship main propulsion synchronous motor
Industrial Grid: Large-capacity reactive power compensation, special medium-voltage frequency conversion transmission complete equipment






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