The ABB PM860AK01-eA (order code 3BSE066495R2) is a core processor unit in the AC 800M series. Designed specifically for medium-to-high performance, non-redundant industrial control applications, it serves as a critical hardware component of the ABB Ability System 800xA platform.
This module integrates a high-performance processor, large-capacity memory, and extensive communication interfaces. It supports IEC 61131-3 standard programming, delivers fast real-time control performance, and exhibits high adaptability to industrial environments. It is widely suited for automated control applications in process industries including chemicals, power generation, metallurgy, and water treatment.

Hardware Configuration
- Processor & Performance
- Processor model: MPC860, clock frequency 48 MHz
- Computing performance: Executes 1,000 Boolean operations in only 0.23 ms; minimum application task cycle down to 1 ms, meeting high real-time control requirements
- Task management: Single controller supports 32 control projects, 1,024 applications, 64 programs per application, 32 tasks, and 32 different cycle times
- Memory Configuration
- Total RAM: 16 MB (for 800xA 5.1 FP4 and later versions); application-available RAM: 10.457 MB
- Firmware storage: 2 MB Flash PROM, ensuring stable firmware storage and updates
- Expandable storage: Built-in CompactFlash interface, supporting offline/remote loading of programs and data
- Real-time clock: Backup by 3.6 V lithium battery; clock stability 100 ppm (approx. 1-hour drift per year); supports CNCP protocol for 1 ms clock synchronization between controllers
- Interfaces & Communication
- Ethernet: 2 RJ45 ports (CN1/CN2), supporting 10 Mbit/s IEEE 802.3, using MMS and IAC protocols for control network communication
- Serial interfaces: 2 RS-232C ports (COM3/COM4); COM3 non-isolated with modem control; COM4 optically isolated, dedicated for configuration tool connection
- Expansion bus: CEX bus supports up to 12 communication modules; Modulebus local I/O supports 1 electrical + 7 optical I/O clusters, max. 96 S800 I/O modules
- Supported protocols: PROFIBUS DP, Modbus TCP, IEC 61850, AF100 and other mainstream industrial protocols, enabling connection to third-party devices
- Power & Physical Characteristics
- Power supply: 24 V DC (19.2–30 V DC); typical current consumption 180 mA, max. 300 mA; power consumption approx. 5 W
- Protection class: IP20, suitable for industrial environments without additional enclosures
- Dimensions: 119 mm (W) × 186 mm (H) × 135 mm (D); weight including base 1,100 g
Installation: DIN rail slide-lock mounting for quick assembly, disassembly and maintenance

Functional Features & Advantages
High-Reliability Design
- Full EMC certification, strong resistance to industrial electromagnetic interference, suitable for harsh industrial sites
- Built-in LED status indicators and INIT button for fast fault diagnosis and system initialization
- Compliant with G3 corrosion resistance standard, adaptable to highly polluted and corrosive industrial environments
- Supports redundant power status input for improved power supply stability
Modularity & Scalability
- Fully modular architecture, enabling flexible expansion of communication and I/O modules to fit control systems of various scales
- Compatible with the full range of AC 800M series I/O modules (S800, S900, Select I/O) and communication modules, delivering high system integration
- Supports hot-swapping; module replacement without shutdown ensures continuous system operation
Programming & Engineering Convenience
- Supports all IEC 61131-3 programming languages (LD, FBD, IL, ST, SFC) to suit different engineering preferences
- Configurable via ABB Compact Control Builder / 800xA Control Builder, supporting offline program download and remote debugging
- Rich function libraries including advanced control and auto-tuning algorithms, enabling direct integration with ABB inverters, motors and other devices
Environmental Adaptability
- Operating temperature: 0–+55 °C; storage temperature: -40–+70 °C; humidity: 5%–95% non-condensing
- Certified by CE, UL, cULus (Class 1 Zone 2), and classification societies (ABS, BV, DNV-GL, LR), suitable for global industrial and marine applications
Application Scenarios
- Process industry control: Continuous production process control in chemical, refining, pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries, achieving precise regulation of temperature, pressure, flow and other parameters
- Power & energy: Substation automation, power distribution system monitoring, renewable energy plant control, ensuring stable operation of power systems
- Metallurgy & manufacturing: Logic control and multi-equipment coordination in steel rolling, non-ferrous metal smelting and automotive assembly lines, improving production efficiency
- Infrastructure: Automated monitoring of water treatment, wastewater treatment, urban heating/gas supply systems, ensuring reliable operation of public facilities
- Marine & special environments: Marine propulsion control, offshore platform automation, adapting to high-salt, high-vibration marine conditions











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