Description
Unboxing & Hardware Overview
- Manufacturer & Architecture: ABB (Industrial Automation / AC 800M Controller Platform)
- Part Number / Model: 3BSE069449R1 (Catalog Designation: CI854BK01)
- Product Type: PROFIBUS-DP/V1 Communication Interface Package (Includes CI854 Module and TP854 Baseplate)
- Physical Dimensions: Standard DIN-rail mount module layout (Width: 59 mm, Height: 185 mm, Depth: 127.5 mm)
- Estimated Shipping Weight: ~1.5 lbs (0.7 kg) enclosed in heavy industrial anti-static ESD shielding and structural protective foam cushioning
- Primary Condition Status: Factory New / New Surplus / Refurbished Tested options available (verify specific lot status with provider prior to dispatch)
Product Introduction
The ABB 3BSE069449R1 (CI854BK01) is an advanced communication interface package engineered specifically for the ABB AC 800M distributed control system (DCS) family. The package bundles the CI854 communication module with its dedicated TP854 baseplate, enabling high-performance master connectivity to PROFIBUS-DP and DP-V1 networks.
Designed for heavy industrial process automation, it allows the AC 800M controller to effortlessly communicate with field devices, remote I/O nodes, drives, and instrumentation, supporting both line and module redundancy configurations for maximum system availability.
Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Product Model | 3BSE069449R1 (CI854BK01) |
| System Compatibility | ABB AC 800M Controller Platform |
| Package Contents | CI854 Communication Interface Module + TP854 Baseplate |
| Supported Protocols | PROFIBUS-DP, PROFIBUS DP-V1 |
| Communication Channels | 2 Independent PROFIBUS-DP Channels |
| Transmission Speed | Adjustable from 9.6 kbit/s up to 12 Mbit/s |
| Redundancy Support | Line redundancy and module redundancy capability |
| Current Consumption | Typical 190 mA at 24 VDC |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail (via TP854 baseplate) |
| Operating Temperature | +5°C to +55°C (41°F to 131°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
Compliance & Standards Alignment
- Designed and manufactured in compliance with international CE, UL, and RoHS safety and environmental standards.
- Engineered with high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) resilience to handle harsh electrical noise environments typical of power plants and chemical refineries.
Technical Note: The CI854BK01 supports hot-swapping when configured in redundant pairs, allowing maintenance technicians to replace a failed module without interrupting live process control loops or shutting down the master controller.
Storage & Asset Preservation Guidelines
- Store the module package inside its original factory antistatic ESD bag to protect delicate microprocessors and interface transceivers from electrostatic damage.
- Maintain warehouse storage environments where ambient temperatures remain stable and relative humidity stays strictly below 60%.
- Avoid mechanical shocks or placing heavy weights on the module box to prevent bending the DIN-rail latching mechanism or damaging backplane pins.
Physical Installation Prerequisites
- Ensure that the AC 800M backplane power is turned off or system safety procedures are observed prior to snapping the TP854 baseplate onto the DIN rail.
- Seat the CI854 module firmly onto the TP854 baseplate, ensuring clean parallel alignment with communication bus pins before tightening retention screws.
- Connect PROFIBUS-DP cables using standard 9-pin D-sub connectors, ensuring proper shield grounding and end-of-line termination switch settings.
Buyer’s FAQ & Logistics
Q: What Harmonized System (HS) code applies to this ABB communication module?
A: Industrial process control system parts, communication cards, and digital data transmission apparatus typically classify under HS code 8517.62 (Machines for reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of data) or 8538.90. Confirm final categorization with your customs broker.
Q: Does the 3BSE069449R1 part number include both the module and the baseplate?
A: Yes. The “BK” suffix designation (CI854BK01) indicates a complete bundle package containing both the CI854 communication module and the required TP854 baseplate.
Q: Is the listed online price final for procurement?
A: Note: Price is subject to market availability and current surplus inventory levels; contact our technical sales desk for a formal, time-sensitive quotation.
