ABB CI830 3BSE020773R1401 FCI module

Technical Overview

The CI830 (Part Number: 3BSE020773R1401) is a high-performance Fieldbus Communication Interface (FCI) for the ABB S800 I/O system. It provides a robust gateway for PROFIBUS DP-V1 networking, allowing for the seamless integration of distributed I/O modules into ABB Ability™ System 800xA or other PROFIBUS-compliant controllers. Engineered for industrial reliability, it serves as the central intelligence of an I/O station, managing signal processing, configuration, and diagnostics.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: ABB

• Model Designation: CI830

• Article Number: 3BSE020773R1401 (Compatible with 3BSE013252R1)

• Functional Type: PROFIBUS DP-V1 Communication Interface

• Communication Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1

• System Compatibility: S800 I/O Series

• Data Transfer Rate: Compliant with PROFIBUS standard (up to 12 Mbit/s)

• Product Net Weight: 0.8 kg (Shipping weight approx. 1.18 kg)

• Dimensions: 16 cm x 16 cm x 12 cm

• Operating Environment: Industrial Temperature Range

• Origin: USA

• Condition: New in Original Package

• Service Guarantee: 12-Month Warranty

• Logistics Hub: Dispatched from Xiamen or Shanghai

Typical Applications

• Distributed I/O Clusters: Bridging remote S800 I/O modules to central DCS or PLC units via a PROFIBUS backbone.

• Process Plant Integration: Connecting field instruments and sensors in water treatment, chemical, and manufacturing facilities.

• System Scalability: Expanding existing control systems by adding modular I/O stations without complex rewiring.

• Legacy Control Migration: Integrating reliable S800 hardware into third-party PROFIBUS-enabled control architectures.