The CI856 is a master interface connecting AC 800M CPUs to S100 I/O racks via Bus Extension. It manages multiple subracks, scanning and updating signals without loading the CPU. Ideal for brownfield upgrades, it allows reuse of existing field wiring and I/O while mounting compactly on the CEX-Bus.
Product Details
Description
Specifications
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Manufacturer: ABB
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Country of Origin: Sweden
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Model Number: CI856 (3BSE018108R1)
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Interface Compatibility: S100 I/O System
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Host Controller: AC 800M Series
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Connection Bus: CEX-Bus (Communication Expansion)
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Max I/O Subracks: Supports up to 5 subracks (with appropriate extension)
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Power Supply: 24 VDC (sourced via CEX-Bus)
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I/O Update Rate: Deterministic scanning based on configuration
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Redundancy: Supports redundant module configurations
Features
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Lifecycle Extension: Enables the seamless integration of legacy S100 I/O hardware into modern control strategies, significantly reducing migration costs.
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High-Density Signal Management: Efficiently handles large volumes of digital and analog signals from multiple subracks through a single controller interface.
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Deterministic Signal Processing: Utilizes high-speed internal bus communication to maintain precise timing for critical process loops.
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Redundant Reliability: Designed to work in paired configurations, ensuring that I/O communication remains active if a single interface module fails.
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Simplified Engineering: Fully compatible with ABB Control Builder M, allowing for straightforward I/O mapping and diagnostic monitoring.
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Hardware Status Monitoring: Features front-panel LED indicators for quick visual assessment of module health and bus communication status.
Additional Information
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