Description
⚙️ Product Overview
The ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1 is a DriveBus communication interface designed for the ABB AC 800M automation platform. It provides communication between the AC 800M controller and compatible ABB drives or ABB Special I/O units through the DriveBus protocol.
The CI858K01 package includes the CI858 communication interface and the TP858 baseplate. It is particularly suitable for sectional drive applications, including rolling mill drive systems and paper machine control systems.
The interface operates as a DriveBus master and supports communication at a transmission speed of 8 Mbit/s. One CI858 can connect up to 24 ABB drives, while an AC 800M controller can support up to two CI858 communication interfaces.
🔧 Key Product Features
• DriveBus communication interface for ABB AC 800M systems
• Designed for communication with compatible ABB drives
• Supports ABB Special I/O units
• DriveBus transmission speed of 8 Mbit/s
• Optical communication connector
• Supports Hot Swap operation
• Up to 24 ABB drives can be connected to one CI858
• Up to two CI858 units can be connected to one AC 800M controller
• Powered through the CEX-Bus
• No additional external power supply required
• Suitable for demanding industrial drive control applications
📋 Product Datasheet
🔹 Brand: ABB
🔹 Model: CI858K01
🔹 Article Number: 3BSE018135R1
🔹 Series: AC 800M Communication Interface
🔹 Product Name: DriveBus Interface
🔹 Product Type: Communication Interface Module
🔹 Communication Protocol: ABB DriveBus
🔹 Operating Mode: Master
🔹 Transmission Speed: 8 Mbit/s
🔹 Maximum Drives per Interface: Up to 24 ABB drives
🔹 Maximum CI858 Units per Controller: Up to 2
🔹 Connector Type: Optical
🔹 Hot Swap: Supported
🔹 Line Redundancy: No
🔹 Module Redundancy: No
🔹 Maximum Units on CEX-Bus: 2
🔹 Power Supply: Powered through the AC 800M processor unit via the CEX-Bus
🔹 Typical 24 V Consumption: Approximately 200 mA
🔹 Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
🔹 Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
🔹 Protection Class: IP20
🔹 Corrosion Protection: G3 compliant according to ISA 71.04
🔹 Width: Approximately 59 mm
🔹 Height: Approximately 185 mm
🔹 Depth: Approximately 127.5 mm
🔹 Weight Including Baseplate: Approximately 700 g
🔹 Mounting Method: DIN Rail with TP858 Baseplate
🔹 Product Condition: New Surplus
🔹 Country of Origin: ABB manufacturing origin may vary according to production batch
⚠️ Important Note: The CI858K01 package includes the CI858 communication interface and TP858 baseplate. The complete model number, article number, installed controller configuration, CEX-Bus arrangement, and connected drive system should be verified before replacement or installation.
🏭 Typical Applications
The CI858K01 is designed for industrial automation applications requiring communication between an AC 800M controller and multiple ABB drives.
Typical applications include:
• Rolling mill drive systems
• Paper machine control systems
• Sectional drive applications
• Multi-drive production machinery
• Industrial process control systems
• Motor control applications
• Coordinated drive systems
• Large manufacturing equipment
• Distributed industrial automation systems
• ABB System 800xA control environments
💡 DriveBus Communication
DriveBus is designed specifically for communication between ABB automation controllers and ABB drive systems. The CI858 acts as the communication interface between the controller and connected drives.
When multiple drives are connected to one CI858 interface, an appropriate branching arrangement can be used to build the required DriveBus network topology.
This architecture allows the controller to exchange control and monitoring data with multiple connected drive units through the communication system.
🔍 Common Questions and Answers
❓ Q1: What is the main function of the ABB CI858K01?
A: The CI858K01 provides a DriveBus communication interface between an ABB AC 800M controller and compatible ABB drives or ABB Special I/O units.
❓ Q2: What is included with CI858K01?
A: The CI858K01 package includes the CI858 communication interface module and the TP858 baseplate.
❓ Q3: How many ABB drives can one CI858 support?
A: One CI858 interface can support communication with up to 24 ABB drives within the supported DriveBus configuration.
❓ Q4: What is the DriveBus communication speed?
A: The DriveBus communication speed is 8 Mbit/s.
❓ Q5: Does the CI858 require a separate external power supply?
A: The module is powered through the CEX-Bus from the AC 800M processor unit, so an additional external power supply is not normally required for the interface itself.
❓ Q6: Does the CI858 support Hot Swap?
A: Yes. The CI858 supports Hot Swap functionality when used according to the applicable ABB system requirements.
❓ Q7: Is the CI858K01 suitable for every AC 800M communication requirement?
A: No. The CI858 is specifically designed for ABB DriveBus communication. Other communication protocols require the appropriate AC 800M communication interface module.
❓ Q8: What should be checked before replacing an existing CI858?
A: Verify the complete article number, baseplate type, AC 800M controller configuration, CEX-Bus position, connected drives, DriveBus network arrangement, communication configuration, and existing engineering settings.
🔧 Recommended ABB Models
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📦 Product Selection Reminder
When selecting a replacement for an ABB CI858K01 3BSE018135R1, do not rely only on the CI858 series designation. The complete article number and communication application should be checked carefully.
Before installation, confirm the AC 800M controller type, CEX-Bus configuration, TP858 baseplate, connected ABB drives, DriveBus topology, engineering configuration, and existing communication parameters.
For critical industrial applications, backing up the existing controller project and communication configuration before replacement can help reduce commissioning time and avoid unnecessary production downtime.
