Product Details
Description
The CI873A 3BSE092695R1 is a deterministic CIP gateway for AC 800M, supporting cyclic process data and acyclic parameterization. It mounts on the CEX-Bus for low-latency, reliable communication and supports full hardware redundancy for uninterrupted operation in critical industrial environments.
Specifications
-
Manufacturer: ABB
-
Country of Origin: Switzerland
-
Model Number: CI873A (3BSE092695R1)
-
Product Type: EtherNet/IP / DeviceNet Interface
-
Protocol Support: EtherNet/IP (Scanner), DeviceNet (via LD 800DN)
-
Hardware Interface: CEX-Bus (Communication Expansion)
-
Ethernet Ports: 1 x RJ45 (10/100 Mbit/s)
-
Connection Capacity: Up to 128 CIP connections
-
Redundancy: Supports 1:1 hardware redundancy
-
Power Supply: 24 VDC (internal via CEX-Bus)
-
Weight: 0.55 kg
Features
-
Advanced CIP Integration: Enables efficient control and monitoring of a broad spectrum of EtherNet/IP-compliant hardware using standardized protocols.
-
Redundant Reliability: Engineered for high-availability systems, supporting secondary module backup to eliminate single points of failure.
-
Deterministic Signal Updates: Provides the consistent scan times required for precision control of high-speed industrial processes.
-
Comprehensive Diagnostics: Supports acyclic data transfer for remote device configuration, detailed fault analysis, and predictive maintenance.
-
Internalized Power Architecture: Draws required power directly from the controller expansion bus, simplifying cabinet wiring and reducing external dependencies.
-
Industrial Status Indicators: Features front-panel LED displays for real-time monitoring of module health, power status, and network activity.
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.
- Worldwide Shipping: We ship via USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL. Delivery times vary by country and may be subject to customs or import fees.
- Support & Contact: Technical and warranty assistance is available anytime. Contact us here: Contact.
- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
Tech & Buying Guide
Redundant Automation Systems: Ensuring Continuous Uptime in Critical Control Infrastructure
System reliability directly determines operational profitability across high stakes process industries. Modern industrial automation platforms must eliminate single points of failure to prevent catastrophic shutdowns. Deploying fault tolerant architecture safeguards complex facilities against unexpected hardware glitches, network disruptions, and maintenance outages.
Understanding Types of Noise in Electronic Circuits and Control Systems
Signal integrity directly determines measurement accuracy and loop stability across industrial automation environments. Electronic noise introduces unwanted stochastic interference into analog loops, sensor feedback lines, and digital fieldbus networks. Understanding how intrinsic electronic noise and external electromagnetic interference manifest allows control engineers to optimize signal conditioning and shield sensitive instrumentation effectively.
Why 24V DC Power Supplies Standardize Modern Industrial Automation
Industrial control cabinets worldwide rely on 24V DC as the universal power standard for field instrumentation, sensors, and controllers. Walk into any manufacturing plant, and you will find PLCs, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and smart actuators running on extra-low voltage DC. Standardizing on 24V DC enhances operational safety, lowers cabinet footprint, and maintains steady control performance across factory networks.