Product Details
The ABB FI 830F 3BDH000032R1, also cataloged as the FI 830F Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for PROFIBUS DP fieldbus interface execution within ABB Freelance 800F Control System platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FI 830F 3BDH000032R1 |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Germany |
| Weight | 0.26 kg (0.57 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 28 mm x 155 mm x 125 mm (W x H x D) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Sourced via Base Module CPU connection |
| Compatible CPUs | PM 802F, PM 803F |
| Network Protocol | PROFIBUS DP master interface |
| Physical Interface | Sub-D 9-pin socket |
| Mounting Type | Direct plug-in slot on Freelance AC 800F controller |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Profinet / EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks
The FI 830F offloads PROFIBUS DP protocol handling directly from the PM 802F or PM 803F processor, sustaining backplane bus communication velocity across the internal controller interface. Operating as a master interface, it enables real-time cyclic I/O data exchange with field devices while maintaining synchronization with broader deterministic networks. Onboard firmware flash compatibility provides consistent protocol processing and configuration management via Freelance Engineering software.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which central processing units are compatible with the FI 830F module?
A: The FI 830F is specifically designed to operate mounted onto PM 802F or PM 803F field controller base units.
Q: How is logic power supplied to the FI 830F fieldbus module?
A: Power is supplied directly from the AC 800F controller backplane connection once the module is plugged into its designated slot.
Q: What physical connection is used for the PROFIBUS DP line?
A: The module interfaces with the PROFIBUS DP network via a standard 9-pin D-sub female connector mounted on the front panel.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power down the AC 800F controller rack before inserting or removing the communication module.
- Align the FI 830F with the dedicated extension slot on the PM 802F or PM 803F base unit.
- Push the module firmly until the rear connector seats into the internal backplane interface and side clips lock.
- Attach the shielded 9-pin Sub-D PROFIBUS cable connector to the front interface socket and tighten retaining screws.
- Ensure the cable shield is grounded at the panel entry point using a low-impedance grounding clamp to minimize high-frequency noise interference.
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