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ABB CI867K01 Communication Interface

Technical Specifications

  1. Electrical & Physical Parameters:
    • Power Supply: 24 V DC ±20%.
    • Power Consumption: ≤4.5 W.
    • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C (storage: -40°C to +85°C).
    • Dimensions: 127.5 mm (H) × 59 mm (W) × 185 mm (D).
    • Weight: 0.7 kg (standard configuration).
    • Protection Rating: IP20 (EN60529/IEC 529 compliant).

Detailed content

  1. Communication Interfaces:
    • Primary Protocol: Modbus TCP/IP.
    • Additional Protocols: PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP, IEC 60870-5-101/103.
    • Ports:
      • Channel 1: Full-duplex 100 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet.
      • Channel 2: Half-duplex 10 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet.
    • Max Connections: 16 concurrent TCP/IP sessions.
  2. Integration & Compatibility:
    • Controllers: ABB AC 800M, AC 800PEC, AC 800M High Integrity.
    • Systems: ABB 800xA, Freelance DCS.
    • Expansion: Supports up to 12 units on CEX-Bus.

Functional Features

  1. High Reliability & Redundancy:
    • Hot-Swap Capability: Replace modules without system shutdown.
    • Dual-Channel Ethernet: Redundant communication paths for fault tolerance.
  2. Advanced Diagnostics:
    • Real-time network health monitoring.
    • Event logging for troubleshooting communication faults.
  3. Integrated Design:
    • Combines CEX-Bus logic, communication unit, and DC/DC converter in one module.
    • Conformal coating for humidity/chemical resistance.
  4. Security & Compliance:
    • Password protection and encrypted firmware.
    • Certifications: CE, UL, RoHS, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

Application Scenarios

  1. Industrial Automation:
    • Connects PLCs (e.g., AC 800M) to field devices (sensors, actuators) in automotive assembly lines.
    • Synchronizes robotic systems (e.g., KUKA) via PROFIBUS DP.
  2. Process Industries:
    • Monitors reactor temperatures/valve pressures in chemical plants using Modbus TCP.
    • Integrates with ABB 800xA for refinery pipeline control.
  3. Energy & Infrastructure:
    • Interfaces with turbine control systems (e.g., GE Mark VIe) for grid stabilization.
    • Remote monitoring of water treatment pump stations via IEC 60870-5-104.

Installation & Maintenance

  1. Deployment:
    • DIN rail mounting with ≥50 mm ventilation clearance.
    • Ethernet cables require connection via switches.
  2. Preventive Maintenance:
    • Biannual cleaning of RJ-45 connectors.
    • Firmware updates via ABB Control Builder software.
  3. Troubleshooting:
    • Link Failure: Inspect port contamination or cable damage.
    • Data Latency: Verify Channel 2 speed settings (10 Mbps half-duplex).

Certifications & Support

  • Compliance: ATEX (Zone 2), SIL 2.
  • Warranty: 12–36 months (extendable).
  • Global Service: ABB-certified engineers; 48-hour critical failure response.

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