Product Details
Description
The CI850AK01 is a master interface enabling the AC 800M controller to connect to IEC 61850 networks. It supports MMS for vertical communication and GOOSE for fast peer-to-peer data transfer. Typically supplied with mounting components, it is used in power distribution and industrial substations for integrated process control and electrical monitoring.
Specifications
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Manufacturer: ABB
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Country of Origin: Sweden
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Model Number: CI850AK01 (3BSE026055R1)
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Protocol: IEC 61850 (Client functionality)
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Communication Features: Supports MMS and GOOSE messaging
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Module Capacity: Up to 20 IEDs per CI850 interface
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Hardware Compatibility: Specifically for AC 800M Controllers
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Power Supply: 24 VDC (internal via CEX-Bus)
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Interface Ports: Dual Ethernet ports (supports redundancy)
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Weight: 0.61 kg (full kit)
Features
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IEC 61850 Standardization: Provides native support for global substation automation protocols, ensuring interoperability with various third-party protection relays.
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High-Speed GOOSE Messaging: Facilitates fast, event-driven communication between devices, critical for interlocking and protection schemes.
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Redundant Ethernet Connectivity: Features dual ports to support network redundancy, maintaining communication integrity in the event of a cable or switch failure.
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Integrated Diagnostics: Delivers real-time status updates and communication health monitoring directly to the Control IT software environment.
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CEX-Bus Integration: Designed for simple side-by-side mounting with the AC 800M CPU, utilizing the high-speed CEX-Bus for internal data transfer.
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Streamlined Engineering: Compatible with ABB’s standard configuration tools, reducing the complexity of mapping IED data to the control logic.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
- 30-Day Refund Guarantee: Return any in-stock item within 30 days in original, unopened packaging for a full refund (excluding shipping and fees).
- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
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