Product Details
Description
The CI854 serves as a robust gateway for expansive industrial networks, managing up to 125 slave devices per channel. It is engineered to facilitate high-speed automation by supporting transmission rates up to 12 Mbit/s with automatic baud rate detection. The module is essential for applications requiring extensive field device integration, such as large-scale manufacturing and chemical processing. Its design allows for the implementation of redundant communication paths when used in pairs, ensuring maximum system availability and fault tolerance within the System 800xA environment.
Specifications
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Manufacturer: ABB
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Country of Origin: Sweden
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Model Number: CI854 (3BSE013221R1)
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Interface Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1
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Baud Rate: 9.6 kbit/s to 12 Mbit/s
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Maximum Slaves: 125 per module
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Hardware Compatibility: AC 800M Processor Series
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Bus Type: CEX-Bus (Communication Expansion)
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Input Voltage: 24 VDC (Supplied via CEX-Bus)
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Isolation: Galvanic isolation for network protection
Features
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Advanced Master Functionality: Full support for DP-V1 acyclic services, allowing for remote device parameterization and sophisticated asset management.
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Network Redundancy Support: Capable of being configured in redundant pairs to maintain process control during cable breaks or module failures.
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Deterministic Throughput: Provides low-latency communication cycles, critical for high-speed synchronization in complex motion or process loops.
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Simplified Engineering: Fully integrated into the ABB Control Builder toolset for streamlined configuration and hardware mapping.
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Live System Scalability: Supports the addition of new field devices to the network without interrupting the existing communication traffic.
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Comprehensive Diagnostic LEDs: Features dedicated hardware indicators for RUN, FAULT, and communication activity to assist in rapid onsite maintenance.
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.
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