ABB CI858 3BSE018136R1 Communication Module

Technical Specifications

• Protocol: Supports ABB’s DriveBus protocol for communication with ABB drives and specialized I/O units.
• Transmission Speed: Up to 8 Mbit/s, ensuring fast and efficient data transfer.
• Power Supply: 24 V DC, with a current consumption of 200 mA.
• Environmental Conditions:
  • Operating Temperature: Up to 55°C, suitable for harsh industrial environments.
  • Protection Class: IP20, providing basic protection against dust and splashes.
• Certifications: Compliant with RoHS (Directive 2011/65/EU) and WEEE (Directive 2012/19/EU), ensuring environmental safety and sustainability.
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 59 mm
  • Height: 185 mm
  • Depth: 127.5 mm
• Connectors: Optical connectors for reliable and interference-free communication.

Functional Features

• High-Speed Communication: The DriveBus protocol enables fast and reliable data exchange between the AC 800M controller and ABB drives, ensuring optimal system performance.
• Flexible Configuration: The module supports logical connections between AC 800M application variables and ABB drives’ internal variables, allowing for customized and efficient control strategies.
• Robust Design: Built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, the CI858 ensures long-term reliability and minimal downtime.
• Easy Integration: Designed for seamless integration with ABB’s AC 800M controller and other automation components, simplifying system setup and maintenance.
• Diagnostics and Monitoring: The module provides real-time diagnostics and monitoring capabilities, enabling quick identification and resolution of potential issues.

Application Scenarios

• Rolling Mill Drive Systems: In steel mills, the CI858 facilitates precise control of rolling mill drives, ensuring consistent product quality and high production efficiency.
• Paper Machine Drive Systems: In the paper industry, the module enables synchronized control of paper machine drives, optimizing paper quality and reducing waste.
• Power Generation: Used in power plants for communication between controllers and drives, ensuring stable and efficient power generation.
• Water Treatment: Integrates with water treatment systems for reliable control of pumps and other equipment, ensuring optimal water quality and system performance.
• Oil and Gas: Supports communication in oil and gas applications, enabling safe and efficient operation of drilling and production equipment.

Advantages

• Enhanced System Performance: The high-speed DriveBus protocol ensures fast and reliable data exchange, improving overall system responsiveness and efficiency.
• Reduced Downtime: The robust design and real-time diagnostics capabilities minimize downtime, ensuring continuous operation and high productivity.
• Simplified Integration: Seamless integration with ABB’s AC 800M controller and other automation components simplifies system setup and reduces installation time.
• Cost-Effective: By optimizing system performance and reducing downtime, the CI858 helps lower operational costs and improve profitability.
• Scalability: The module’s flexible configuration options allow for easy scalability, enabling the system to grow and adapt to changing production needs.