Description
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- Model Number: CI627A
- Product ID: 3BSE017457R1
- Manufacturer: ABB
- Series: Advant OCS / Advant Controller 400 Series
- Protocol: Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)
- Interface Architecture: PCI-based communication board
- Data Rate: 1.5 Mbit/s
- Compatibility: Advant Station 500 series and industrial PCs
- Isolation: Built-in galvanic isolation for network protection
- Operating Temperature: +5°C to +55°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
The ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 is a high-performance communication interface module designed to connect industrial computers and Advant Stations to the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) network. Utilizing a PCI bus architecture, this module enables real-time, deterministic data exchange between operator stations and Advant Controller 400 series units. It is specifically engineered to handle high-speed process data and message transfers with high reliability, making it a critical component for monitoring and controlling large-scale industrial processes in sectors such as power generation and chemical manufacturing.
Comparison with Similar Models
The CI627A is the successor to the CI626 and CI627 interface boards. While the original CI627 provided standard AF100 connectivity, the “A” revision (CI627A) typically incorporates hardware refinements that improve thermal stability and signal integrity under heavy network loads. Compared to the CI522, which is an AF100 interface for the AC 800M series, the CI627A is specifically designed for the PCI slots of workstation-class hardware rather than DIN-rail mounted PLC controllers. Furthermore, unlike the CI630 which supports redundant AF100 configurations on a single board, the CI627A is a standard single-channel interface, often requiring two separate boards if full physical medium redundancy is needed at the station level.
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