Product Details
The ABB CI610 3BHT300003R1, also cataloged as the CI610 Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for I/O bus expansion and signal routing within ABB Advant Master Process Control System platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CI610 |
| Part Number | 3BHT300003R1 |
| Exchange Part Number | 7650055-439 |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Weight | 1.195 kg |
| Dimensions (D x H x W) | 252 mm x 273 mm x 40 mm |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Backplane bus powered |
| Module Type | I/O Bus Extender Communication Module |
| System Compatibility | ABB Advant Master Process Control System |
| WEEE Category | 5. Small Equipment (No External Dimension More Than 50 cm) |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Firmware Flash Compatibility
The CI610 3BHT300003R1 extends the system IOB_A bus topology, transferring input/output data signals between the primary control unit and auxiliary sub-racks. Internal bus driver logic ensures deterministic transmission speeds across expanded rack segments without inducing clock skew or backplane signal degradation. Onboard hardware architecture supports strict firmware flash compatibility across Advant Master system sub-assemblies, providing stable protocol execution and physical backplane interface synchronization during high-density I/O scanning routines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary functional role of the CI610 module in an Advant Master system?
A: The CI610 serves as an IOB_A bus extender, providing hardware-level signal extension from the main processing unit to additional I/O sub-racks across the system backplane.
Q: Are external power supplies required to drive the internal logic of the CI610 unit?
A: No. Operating power is drawn directly from the internal system backplane connections when properly seated in the assigned sub-rack slot.
Q: Does the CI610 module contain internal backup batteries?
A: No. The physical hardware assembly contains zero internal batteries.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power Disconnection: Ensure the main power supply to the sub-rack enclosure is isolated before inserting or removing the module from the backplane.
- Slot Alignment: Guide the card along the chassis card guides carefully to ensure precise alignment of the backplane connector pins prior to applying seating force.
- Cable Shielding: Connect all external bus extension cables using shielded twisted-pair wiring with ground drain wires terminated directly to the enclosure frame grounding point.
- Fastening: Fully tighten the top and bottom front-panel retention screws to maintain solid mechanical grounding and prevent module dislodgement under vibration.
Additional Information
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