ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1

Description

Product Description

The ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 is a highly versatile and powerful communication interface module for the ABB AC 800M High Performance Controller family, a core component within the System 800xA. This module acts as a critical gateway, significantly expanding the connectivity options of the controller by providing a high-speed PROFIBUS DP Master interface. The primary function of the ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 is to enable seamless and deterministic integration of PROFIBUS DP networks, allowing the AC 800M controller to communicate with, manage, and exchange data with a vast array of remote I/O stations, drives, and field devices from various manufacturers. For engineers building or modernizing process automation systems, the ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 (Product Link) is an essential component for integrating industry-standard fieldbus technology. Its robust design ensures reliable data exchange, making the ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 a trusted interface for connecting the high-level control system to distributed field equipment.

Product Parameters

• Product Type: Communication Interface Module (PROFIBUS DP Master)

• Brand & Series: ABB, System 800xA, AC 800M Controller

• Model: ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1

• Fieldbus Protocol: PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) Master, conforming to IEC 61158 / EN 50170.

• Transmission Speed: Configurable up to 12 Mbps, supporting high-performance applications.

• Connectivity: Features a standard 9-pin D-sub male connector (RS-485) for the PROFIBUS network.

• Number of Masters: Functions as a Class 1 Master (active station).

• Addressing: Supports up to 125 stations (slaves) per network segment.

• Data Exchange: Manages cyclic and acyclic data exchange with configured slave devices.

• Diagnostics: Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities for network and slave health, accessible from the controller engineering tool.

• Compatibility: Designed for installation in the communication slot of an AC 800M High Performance Controller (e.g., PM865, PM866).

• Configuration: Configured using the PROFIBUS DP Master device type file in ABB’s Control Builder M engineering software.

Advantages and Features

The ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 delivers key advantages for system integration and flexibility. Its core feature is High-Performance PROFIBUS DP Master Capability, enabling fast, deterministic communication with a large network of field devices. It provides Extensive Device Integration, granting access to thousands of certified PROFIBUS DP slave devices (sensors, actuators, drives, I/O blocks) from multiple vendors. The module offers Advanced Diagnostics and Network Management, allowing for proactive monitoring of the entire PROFIBUS network health and easy troubleshooting of slave device issues. Simplified Engineering is achieved through integration with Control Builder M, where the entire network configuration, including GSD files for slaves, is managed in a single project. The ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 also supports Redundant Network Configurations (with a second CI858 module) for mission-critical applications requiring maximum communication availability. For reliable fieldbus integration, the ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 (Product Link) is a proven and powerful solution.

Application Cases in Various Fields

This module is widely used in hybrid systems where an ABB DCS needs to integrate with PROFIBUS-based field equipment.

• Automotive Manufacturing: Integrating ABB process control with PROFIBUS-based robot controllers, welding controllers, and conveyor drives on a paint shop or assembly line.

• Pharmaceutical & Food: Connecting to PROFIBUS DP remote I/O and smart sensors (e.g., flow meters, weigh scales) in batching and mixing processes.

• Water & Wastewater: Acting as a master for PROFIBUS DP remote I/O stations located in distant pump houses or filter beds.

• Oil & Gas: Interfacing with third-party packaged equipment (compressors, generators) that use PROFIBUS DP as their primary control interface.

• General Manufacturing: Integrating AC 800M control with a cell of Siemens or other vendor PLCs and drives via PROFIBUS DP for a coordinated production line.

Comparison with Competing Products

The ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 competes with PROFIBUS DP master modules from other DCS vendors (e.g., Siemens ET 200M interface for PCS 7, Emerson DeltaV PROFIBUS card) and with standalone PROFIBUS masters/PLCs. Its primary differentiator is its native, high-performance integration with the AC 800M controller and the 800xA engineering environment. Unlike a standalone gateway, the CI858 is treated as an integral part of the controller, with its I/O data mapped directly into the controller’s memory space with low latency. Compared to using a generic third-party PROFIBUS master connected via Modbus TCP, the ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 offers superior performance, deterministic data exchange, and far more sophisticated configuration and diagnostic tools directly within the main engineering workstation.

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

• Selection Suggestions:

  1. Network Planning: Design your PROFIBUS DP network topology (line, star, ring with repeaters) and calculate the total number of slaves and required data volume to ensure performance targets are met.

  2. Slave Device Verification: Collect the GSD (General Station Description) files for all intended slave devices and verify their compatibility and functionality with the ABB master in Control Builder M.

  3. Controller Compatibility: Confirm the module is compatible with your specific AC 800M controller model (PM865/PM866) and firmware version.

  4. Consider Redundancy: For critical networks, plan for a redundant communication setup using two CI858 modules.

• Precautions:

  1. Correct Network Termination: Always ensure the PROFIBUS DP network is properly terminated at both physical ends with the terminating resistor switches activated. An unterminated network will cause communication failures.

  2. Grounding and Shielding: Use properly shielded PROFIBUS cable and ensure the shield is grounded at one end only (typically at the controller end) to prevent ground loops and ensure noise immunity.

  3. Address Configuration: Ensure every slave device on the network has a unique station address. Duplicate addresses will cause the network to malfunction.

  4. Module Handling: Install and remove the module with the controller powered off, or follow strict hot-swap procedures if supported in your redundant configuration.

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