
Product Description
ABB CI868AK01 Communication Interface Module for 800xA DCS Systems
The ABB CI868AK01 (3BSE092691R1) is an advanced communication interface module engineered to establish seamless connectivity between ABB 800xA distributed control systems and Compact Control Builder environments. This industrial-grade interface delivers robust protocol conversion and data exchange capabilities essential for modern process automation architectures.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: CI868AK01
- Part Number: 3BSE092691R1
- Interface Type: Communication Gateway Module
- Protocol Support: 800xA System Bus, Compact Control Builder
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Power Consumption: Optimized for continuous operation
- Mounting: DIN rail compatible
- Certification: CE, UL, CSA compliant
Key Features & Benefits
This communication interface module integrates advanced signal processing technology to ensure deterministic data transfer with minimal latency. The CI868AK01 supports real-time synchronization between control layers, enabling coordinated automation strategies across distributed manufacturing environments. Its hot-swappable design minimizes downtime during maintenance operations while maintaining system integrity.
Application Scenarios
Process Industries: Deploy in chemical processing plants, refineries, and pharmaceutical manufacturing where precise control coordination between multiple automation layers is critical for product quality and safety compliance.
Power Generation: Integrate within combined-cycle power plants and renewable energy facilities requiring synchronized control between turbine management systems and plant-wide DCS infrastructure.
Water Treatment: Implement in municipal water treatment facilities and industrial wastewater systems where distributed I/O networks must communicate with centralized SCADA platforms for regulatory reporting.
Engineering Solutions
The CI868AK01 addresses the challenge of protocol heterogeneity in hybrid automation environments. When migrating from legacy control systems to modern 800xA platforms, this interface preserves existing Compact Control Builder investments while enabling phased modernization strategies. Its dual-port architecture provides redundant communication paths, ensuring continuous operation even during network disturbances or maintenance activities.
For system integrators, the module simplifies commissioning through auto-discovery features and pre-configured communication templates. Diagnostic LEDs provide immediate visual feedback on communication status, reducing troubleshooting time during installation and ongoing operations.
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