ABB PP835A (3BSE042234R2) Panel 800 HMI – Rugged Operator Interface for Industrial PLC/AC 800M Systems

• Warranty: 365 days

• Lead time: typically 1 week if in stock; no more than 1 month at the latest

• Payment: 50% advance payment, balance in full before delivery

• Express delivery options: FedEx, UPS, DHL

• Each unit is checked before dispatch to reduce commissioning surprises

• Panel 800 platform – Works with ABB’s Panel Builder 800 environment, making project conversion and updates straightforward in many cases.

• 24 VDC industrial power – Designed for 24 V DC control cabinets; typically tolerant to common supply variations seen on the shop floor.

• Rugged front (IP65) – Good resistance to dust and wash-down at the front panel when correctly panel‑mounted.

• Multiple comms options – Commonly supports Ethernet and serial (RS‑232/485) links so you can talk to ABB PLCs and Modbus devices with minimal fuss.

• USB for backups and updates – Handy for transferring recipes, logs, and firmware/runtime files without connecting a laptop every time.

• Drop‑in replacement potential – In many retrofit cases, PP835A can replace earlier Panel 800 terminals with minimal wiring or cutout changes.

The PP835A fits well where operators need a reliable HMI with Ethernet and serial connectivity:

• Power generation auxiliaries, water/wastewater stations, HVAC and utilities in process plants

• Pulp & paper, chemicals, and food & beverage packaging lines

• Metals and mining sub‑systems, oil & gas skids, and terminal control

• Retrofits where existing ABB Panel 800 projects need a like‑for‑like replacement with minimal downtime

• Reduced engineering time – Reuse Panel Builder 800 projects; in many cases you can keep tag databases and comms settings intact.

• Compatibility across fleets – Plays nicely with ABB AC 800M and common industrial protocols, easing mixed‑vendor environments.

• Serviceability – USB backup/restore and Ethernet access simplify maintenance and firmware updates.

• Procurement certainty – Genuine part number 3BSE042234R2, unit tested before shipment, and covered by a 365‑day warranty.

A maintenance supervisor at a paper mill told us the swap from a failing terminal to PP835A “took under an hour, powered up with the existing runtime, and the operators didn’t miss a shift.” That’s the sort of low‑risk changeout this panel seems to be built for.

• Cabinet & mounting – Use a rigid, clean panel surface with the supplied gasket; torque clamps evenly for a uniform IP65 seal. Provide ventilation or spacing to avoid hot spots behind the panel.

• Power & grounding – 24 V DC from a regulated, SELV/PELV supply. Bond protective earth, and keep 0V reference clean. From my experience, adding surge protection extends HMI life in noisy cabinets.

• Networking & wiring – Use shielded CAT5e/6 for Ethernet in high‑EMI areas; segregate signal and power. For RS‑485, maintain proper termination and bias as per segment layout.

• Routine care – Periodically back up the project/runtime to USB, clean the touchscreen with a lint‑free cloth (isopropyl if needed), and check the gasket for wear. Touch calibration is rarely needed but quick to run if pointer drift appears.

• Firmware/runtime – Keep Panel 800 runtime and comms drivers at a matched, validated version with your project. Updates can usually be applied via USB or Ethernet during scheduled downtime.

• Conformity: CE and RoHS; many installations also use cULus listed versions

• Manufacturing quality system: ABB typically operates under ISO 9001

• Manufacturer warranty: commonly 12 months (region‑dependent); our coverage is 365 days on the supplied unit

• 24 V DC industrial power supply with sufficient headroom and surge protection

• Managed or unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch (for segmented networks or device isolation)

• USB memory device for project backup/restore and firmware updates

• Panel mounting kit and replacement gasket (for maintenance spares)

Note: Exact interface counts and environmental ratings can vary slightly by PP835A revision. If you’re replacing an existing unit, sharing the current firmware/runtime version and photos of the nameplate usually speeds up a perfect match.