TheABB CI873(3BSE056899R1) is a high-performance communication interface module for the AC 800M controller series. It enables seamless integration between ABB controllers and third-party devices—such as drives, soft starters, and smart relays—via theEtherNet/IPprotocol. Using the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP), the CI873 ensures high-bandwidth, deterministic data exchange for critical automation and process control tasks.
Detailed Technical Specifications
Product ID:3BSE056899R1
Protocol Support:EtherNet/IP (Scanner and Adapter modes)
Package Includes:CI873 Communication Interface & TP867 Baseplate
Dimensions:186 mm (H) x 59 mm (W) x 127.5 mm (D)
Net Weight:0.7 kg
Mounting:DIN rail mounting via the TP867 CEX-Bus connection
Key Performance Features
Seamless Multi-Vendor Integration:Acts as a powerful bridge between AC 800M controllers and a vast ecosystem of EtherNet/IP field devices.
Hot-Swap Functionality:Supports module replacement while the controller is powered and running, minimizing system downtime and ensuring continuous production.
High-Speed Determinism:Optimized to handle dense cyclic data exchange with millisecond responsiveness for real-time control commands.
Rugged Industrial Hardening:Engineered with high EMI immunity and thermal stability to perform reliably in harsh factory and control room environments.
