{"product_id":"ci590-3bse013231r1-abb-s800-i-o-af100-communication-interface","title":"CI590 3BSE013231R1 | ABB | S800 I\/O AF100 Communication Interface","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABB CI590 (3BHT340092R1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eacts as a high-performance communication gateway within the S800 I\/O system. This module links S800 I\/O clusters to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling seamless data exchange between Advant Controllers (such as AC 410, AC 450, or AC 160) and remote I\/O stations. By managing the high-speed broadcast of process variables, the CI590 ensures that time-critical I\/O data reaches the control logic with minimal jitter. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining factory-sealed integrity for mission-critical DCS environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CI590 utilizes specialized hardware to maintain high-speed bus synchronization:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArticle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3BHT340092R1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdvant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCommunication Interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 V d.c. (derived from MTU)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTyp. 100 mA at 24 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes (when used in redundant pairs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGalvanic isolation between bus and internal logic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFault (F), Run (R), Warning (W), and Traffic LEDs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic Data Exchange:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe CI590 utilizes the AF100 broadcast protocol to guarantee deterministic communication. This prevents data collisions on the network, ensuring that safety-interlock signals and PID control loops update at precise, repeatable intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Redundancy Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module supports redundant AF100 cable configurations. In high-availability setups, two CI590 modules work in tandem to provide a fail-safe communication path, protecting the process against single cable breaks or module hardware faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Network Commissioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in address switches allow for rapid hardware-level station identification. This \"physical-first\" configuration reduces software overhead during commissioning and makes field replacements straightforward for maintenance technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Bus Supervision:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module continuously monitors the AF100 signal quality and station status. It triggers local LED indicators and system-level alarms the moment it detects a drop in communication integrity, allowing for proactive troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact DIN Rail Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe CI590 snaps directly onto the Module Termination Unit (MTU), sharing the same mechanical profile as standard S800 I\/O modules. This allows for a clean, unified cabinet layout without requiring external communication converters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the CI590 with a PROFIBUS master?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The CI590 is specifically designed for the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) protocol. For PROFIBUS DP applications, you should select the CI801 or CI840 series modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CI590 support Hot Swap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you install it on a compatible MTU that supports hot swapping, you can replace the module while the rest of the I\/O station remains powered. However, always verify that the redundant partner is active before removing the module during live operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum number of I\/O modules one CI590 can manage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single CI590 can typically manage up to 12 I\/O modules in its local cluster. For larger stations, you may need to extend the Modulebus using extension cables and additional clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I set the AF100 station address?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module features rotary or DIP switches (depending on the revision) on the side or front panel. 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