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ABB SPA-ZC 21 SPA Bus Connection Module

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  • Manufacturer: ABB

  • Product No.: SPA-ZC21

  • Country of origin:Finland

  • Product Type: Bus Connection Module

  • Barcode: 8537101190

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 1220g

  • Dimensions: 24 cm x 19 cm x 5.3 cm

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

Interfacing substation secondary devices with optical communication loops, the ABB SPA-ZC 21 functions as a high-integrity electrical-to-optical bus connection module. It plays a critical role in substation automation by converting electrical signals into optical pulses and vice versa, shielding data links against extreme electromagnetic fields and electrical line interference. The SPA-ZC 21 bus connection module provides direct conversion for TTL or RS 485 signal configurations, connecting protection relays and annunciator units to a centralized fiber-optic network infrastructure. Operating natively within the ABB SPACOM product family, this unit handles data transmission across diverse power system protection and distribution networks.

Features

  • High-Isolation Signal Conversion: Seamlessly transforms TTL or RS 485 level signals into light pulses for optical loop transmission.
  • Robust Interference Immunity: Offers absolute defense against electromagnetic disturbances and high-voltage transients common in medium and high-voltage substations.
  • Dual-Mode Topology Compatibility: Supports dual-mode architecture, allowing field assignment in either master or slave serial communication setups.
  • Host-Powered Efficiency: Draws operating power directly from the connected host secondary device, eliminating the need for independent external auxiliary power units.
  • Integrated Connector Interfaces: Equipped with a reliable 9-pin D-type subminiature terminal connection for the host device alongside a dedicated optical transceiver pair.

Applications

  • Connecting standard secondary substation equipment and protection relays into fiber-optic SPA bus topologies.
  • Interfacing utility feeder distribution monitoring networks with centralized substation control levels.
  • High-noise industrial power environments requiring complete optical isolation between communication nodes.

Ordering Information

Type Designation Transmitter Type Receiver Type Order Number
SPA-ZC 21BB Plastic Plastic RS 951 021-AA
SPA-ZC 21BM Plastic Glass RS 951 021-BA
SPA-ZC 21MB Glass Plastic RS 951 021-CA
SPA-ZC 21MM Glass Glass RS 951 021-DA
SPA-ZC 21BB/S Plastic Plastic RS 951 021-AB
SPA-ZC 21BM/S Plastic Glass RS 951 021-BB
SPA-ZC 21MB/S Glass Plastic RS 951 021-CB
SPA-ZC 21MM/S Glass Glass RS 951 021-DB

Technical Specifications

Parameter Category Engineered Specification Value
Manufacturer ABB
Part Number / Model SPA-ZC 21
Product Series SPA Series (SPACOM Product Family)
Part Classification Original New Part
Power Supply Source Powered directly from host device via D-connector (no external auxiliary source required)
Electrical Interfaces TTL level or RS 485 level configuration options
Optical Interfaces 1 pair of optical transceivers (Rx/Tx)
Fibre Medium Options Plastic (980/1000 micrometers) or Glass (50/125 or 62.5/125 micrometers) fiber cable
Operating Modes Master or Slave configurable configuration
Country of Origin Finland (FI)

Connections and Interfaces

Connector Interface Function / Signal Mapping
9-pin D-type Subminiature Connector Host device electrical interface supporting TTL / RS 485 signals and internal power draw
Optical Rx Port Fibre-optic serial input receiver line for SPA bus signals
Optical Tx Port Fibre-optic serial output transmitter line for SPA bus signals

Installation Guidelines

1

Ensure the host protection or annunciator device is powered down completely before securing the 9-pin D-type connector block to avoid erratic interface transitions.

2

Route fiber-optic cables with a generous bend radius to avoid micro-fractures in glass or plastic cores that cause attenuation loops.

3

Clean optical connector tips with approved visual instrument solvents before final insertion into active Rx and Tx ports to guarantee signal continuity.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the ABB SPA-ZC 21 module?
The SPA-ZC 21 serves as an electrical-to-optical bus connection module that converts TTL or RS 485 level signals from substation secondary devices into optical pulses for transmission over a fiber-optic SPA bus loop.

How is the SPA-ZC 21 module powered during operation?
The module does not require an external auxiliary power supply source. It draws its operational power directly from the connected host secondary device via the 9-pin D-type subminiature connector.

What configuration media options do the suffixes BB, BM, MB, and MM define?
These suffixes specify the transceiver fiber media: BB denotes plastic transmitter and plastic receiver, BM denotes plastic transmitter and glass receiver, MB denotes glass transmitter and plastic receiver, and MM denotes glass transmitter and glass receiver.

What fiber cable core sizes are supported by the glass and plastic variants?
Plastic fiber variants support standard 980/1000 micrometer plastic cables, while glass fiber variants are compatible with 50/125 micrometer or 62.5/125 micrometer multi-mode glass fiber lines.

Can the SPA-ZC 21 be deployed as a master node in a communication loop?
Yes, the module features a dual-mode topology design that allows it to be field-configured to act as either a master or a slave serial connection interface within the SPA bus architecture.

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Greyish White
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