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ABB CI869K01 - PROFIBUS Master Communication Interface Kit
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ABB CI869K01 – PROFIBUS Master Communication Interface Kit

Original price was: $56,000.00.Current price is: $53,888.00.

  • Brand: ABB
  • Model: CI869K01
  • Warranty: One Year
  • Condition: 100% New & Original
  • Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1
  • Baud Rate: Up to 12 Mbit/s (Auto-detect)
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Description

1. Product Title

ABB CI869K01 – PROFIBUS Master Communication Interface Kit

 

2. Product Overview

The CI869K01 is a high-performance communication interface kit designed for the ABB AC 800M controller series. It functions as a PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Periphery) Master, enabling the controller to communicate with a wide array of field devices, including remote I/O, drives, motor starters, and smart sensors.

In complex industrial architectures, the CI869K01 solves the challenge of multi-vendor integration. It provides a standardized gateway that allows the AC 800M system to exchange real-time process data with third-party hardware over the PROFIBUS network. This kit is essential for high-speed, deterministic communication, ensuring that critical process variables are updated within the controller’s logic with minimal latency. It is a cornerstone for distributed control strategies in both factory and process automation.

 

3. Technical Specifications

  • Brand: ABB
  • Model: CI869K01
  • Warranty: One Year
  • Condition: 100% New & Original
  • Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1
  • Baud Rate: Up to 12 Mbit/s (Auto-detect)
  • Maximum Devices: Up to 125 slaves per master
  • Interface Type: CEX-Bus (Communication Expansion Bus)
  • Operating Temp: +5°C to +55°C (+41°F to +131°F)
  • Kit Includes: CI869 Communication Interface, TP869 Baseplate, and Power supply connector
  • Redundancy: Supports CPU and CEX-Bus redundancy for high-availability systems

 

4. Key Features & Benefits

  • High-Speed Connectivity: Supports the full range of PROFIBUS speeds up to 12 Mbit/s, allowing for rapid updates of high-density I/O signals and drive parameters.
  • System Redundancy: The CI869K01 can be configured in a redundant pair. If the primary module fails, the secondary takes over instantaneously, preventing process downtime.
  • Simplified Integration: Fully integrated into the ABB 800xA Control Builder M software, enabling easy configuration, diagnostic monitoring, and hardware browsing.
  • Diagnostic Capabilities: Provides detailed status LEDs and software-level reporting for bus faults, slave status, and module health, significantly reducing troubleshooting time.

 

5. Application Scenarios

  • Motor Control Centers (MCC): The CI869K01 is used to link the AC 800M controller to dozens of smart motor starters and variable speed drives (VSDs) over a single PROFIBUS line.
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment: Deployed to integrate remote I/O stations located across large treatment facilities, bringing flow and pressure data back to the central PLC.
  • Pulp & Paper Industry: Used in high-speed paper machine control systems where the synchronized operation of multiple drives and sensors via PROFIBUS is critical for product quality.

 

6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: What is included in the CI869K01 kit?
    • A: The kit includes the CI869 module itself and the TP869 baseplate required for mounting onto the controller’s expansion bus.
  • Q: Does this module support PROFIBUS PA?
    • A: No, it is a PROFIBUS DP Master. To connect to PROFIBUS PA devices, a DP/PA link or coupler must be used on the network.
  • Q: Is the CI869K01 hot-swappable?

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