Description
The ABB CI830 (Part Number 3BSE013252R1) is a high-performance PROFIBUS DP-V1 Communication Interface for the S800 I/O system. It serves as the head station for an I/O rack, allowing distributed S800 I/O modules to communicate with a master controller (such as an AC 800M or a third-party PLC) over a PROFIBUS network.
Product Parameters (Datasheet)
- Model Number: CI830
- Part Number: 3BSE013252R1
- Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1 (Asynchronous and Synchronous communication)
- Baud Rate: Up to 12 Mbit/s (Autobaud detection supported)
- Max I/O Modules: Up to 12 modules per cluster
- Power Supply: 24V DC (19.2 – 30V DC)
- Power Consumption: 100 mA (at 24V)
- Isolation: Galvanic isolation between PROFIBUS and logic
- Dimensions: 185mm x 59mm x 127mm
- Weight: 0.55 kg
- Mounting: DIN Rail
ABB CI830 3BSE013252R1
ABB CI830 3BSE013252R1
Application Fields
The CI830 is a fundamental component for distributed control architectures in:
- Process Automation: Connecting field-level sensors and actuators to the central control system.
- Energy Management: Monitoring power distribution and transformer status over long-distance fieldbus networks.
- Water & Wastewater: Managing distributed pumping stations and valve manifolds.
- Chemical & Pharma: Providing high-speed data exchange for batch processing where DP-V1 acyclic data is required for instrument parameters.
Product Usage & Installation
- Station Address: Before installation, set the PROFIBUS station address using the two rotary switches on the front of the module (01 to 99).
- Backplane Connection: The CI830 must be mounted on a compatible terminal base (e.g., TU810V1 or TU830V1). The terminal base provides the physical connections for power and the PROFIBUS cable.
- I/O Expansion: Connect up to 12 S800 I/O modules to the right of the CI830 on the ModuleBus.
- Network Termination: Ensure that the PROFIBUS network is correctly terminated at both ends of the segment using active terminators or the termination switch in the D-sub connector.
- Configuration: Use the GSD file (ABB_0132.GSD) to integrate the CI830 into your PROFIBUS master configuration software (e.g., Control Builder M or Step 7).
Product Technical Description
Technically, the CI830 is a Slave device on the PROFIBUS network. It manages the local ModuleBus, which is the internal communication link between the CI830 and the attached I/O modules. The “DP-V1” capability is a significant upgrade over standard DP-V0, as it allows for acyclic data exchange. This means the controller can read and write complex device parameters or diagnostic data without interrupting the high-speed cyclic process data. The module features integrated LEDs for “Run,” “Fault,” and “Line Status,” providing instant hardware diagnostics at the cabinet level.
Q&A (Common Questions)
Q: Can I use the CI830 in a redundant configuration? A: No. The CI830 does not support PROFIBUS line redundancy. For redundant PROFIBUS applications, the CI840 is the appropriate model.
Q: What terminal base is required for this module? A: The CI830 typically uses the TU810V1 (compact) or TU830V1 (extended) terminal base.
Q: Is it compatible with all S800 I/O modules? A: Yes, it supports the full range of S800 digital, analog, and pulse counter modules, provided the total power consumption on the ModuleBus does not exceed the unit’s limit.
Q: Does it support “Hot Swap” of I/O modules? A: Yes, the S800 system architecture allows for the replacement of I/O modules while the CI830 is powered and communicating, provided the terminal base supports it.
Similar Model Recommendations
- ABB CI840: Redundant PROFIBUS DP-V1 interface.
- ABB CI801: Compact PROFIBUS DP-V1 interface for smaller I/O clusters.
- ABB CI810V1: Earlier version of the PROFIBUS interface (AF 100 support).
- ABB TU810V1: 24V Compact Terminal Base.
- ABB TB807: ModuleBus Terminator (Required at the end of the I/O cluster).
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