Description
1. At-A-Glance Executive Brief
- Model: 3CP380.60-1
- Brand: B&R Industrial Automation (Bernecker + Rainer)
- Part Type: Central Processing Unit (CPU) Processor Module
- Lifecycle Status: Mature / Legacy Support Line
- Weight: 0.70 kg
- Core Application: High-performance machine control, logic processing, and communication management for B&R System 2005 automation architectures
2. Technical Introduction
A processor failure, watchdog trip, or memory error on a central industrial controller can freeze automation sequences, shut down production lines, and cause severe troubleshooting bottlenecks.
The B&R 3CP380.60-1 is a high-performance CPU processor module developed for the B&R System 2005 automation platform. Powered by an efficient processor architecture (such as Intel Pentium III-class execution tiers), it provides rapid program execution, extensive onboard memory management, and robust communication routing across industrial fieldbuses. Deploying this drop-in replacement controller restores machine processing capabilities and logic integrity without requiring complex cabinet rewiring.
Engineer’s Takeaway: Procuring a verified original B&R 3CP380.60-1 module ensures exact backplane slot dimensions, slot-pin compatibility, and execution timing compliance across legacy System 2005 racks, eliminating downtime during emergency turnarounds.
3. Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | B&R Industrial Automation (Austria) |
| Model / Part Number | 3CP380.60-1 |
| System Platform | B&R System 2005 |
| Module Type | CPU Processor Module |
| Physical Dimensions | 135 mm × 95 mm × 75 mm (Width × Height × Depth) |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +60°C |
| Net Weight | 0.70 kg |
4. Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
- Battery and Memory Backup Verification: Check the status of the internal lithium backup battery or SRAM module prior to commissioning. A depleted battery can cause loss of retentive application data and machine recipes upon power down.
- Firmware and Software Version Matching: Ensure that the Automation Studio project version and runtime firmware loaded on the replacement CPU match the operational system requirements. Mismatched firmware builds will trigger communication faults or execution blocks on networked I/O nodes.
5. Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Every unit undergoes rigorous bench validation prior to dispatch. For the B&R 3CP380.60-1, our technicians mount the module in a dedicated System 2005 test chassis to verify power rail stability, check onboard communication port handshakes (RS-232/Ethernet), and run diagnostic execution cycles. Functional test reports or pre-shipment video verification can be provided upon request.
6. Buyer’s FAQ
- Are these CPU modules supplied as New Surplus or refurbished?
We stock both factory-sealed New Surplus (NSFP) and fully bench-tested, static-safe refurbished units. Condition status is explicitly marked on every quote.
- What warranty coverage comes with this part?
All replacement B&R processor modules are backed by a standard 12-month operational warranty from the date of invoice.
- How fast can this CPU module ship to minimize plant downtime?
In-stock items ship same-day via priority air courier services to global destinations, mitigating critical path delays during emergency repair windows.
- Can our existing application program be transferred directly to this replacement CPU?
Yes, the 3CP380.60-1 supports standard project downloads via Automation Studio using memory cards or programming cables, enabling rapid configuration restoration on site.
