ABB DFM 01 PROFIBUS Communication Module

Product Overview

The ABB DFM 01 (0369570) is a high-performance communication interface designed to integrate PROFIBUS DPV1 networks with the Bailey INFI 90 and Symphony Harmony control systems. It enables seamless, high-speed bidirectional data exchange between the central DCS and decentralized field devices. 

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: ABB (Bailey Controls)

• Model Designation: DFM 01

• Part / Order Number: 0369570

• Module Type: PROFIBUS Communication Interface

• Supported Protocol: PROFIBUS DPV1 (Decentralized Periphery)

• Transmission Rate: Configurable from 9.6 kbit/s up to 12 Mbit/s

• Interface Compatibility: Fully compatible with INFI 90 / Symphony Harmony racks

• Product Dimensions: 60 mm x 120 mm x 100 mm (W x H x D)

• Physical Weight: 0.2 kg

• Category: Fieldbus Communication / Distributed Automation

Application and Network Integration

The DFM 01 (0369570) is a vital component for modernizing legacy DCS installations, allowing them to communicate with a wide array of third-party PROFIBUS-enabled hardware, such as motor starters, smart transmitters, and variable frequency drives (VFDs). Its high-speed transmission capability (up to 12 Mbit/s) ensures minimal latency for time-critical control loops. Furthermore, the DPV1 support is particularly beneficial for complex instrumentation that requires remote configuration and detailed health monitoring. This module acts as the "Master" or "Gateway," consolidating field-level intelligence into the Symphony control environment to improve predictive maintenance and plant-wide efficiency.