ABB TP854 Baseplate for CI854/CI854A | AC800M Communication Module

🔩 ABB TP854 Baseplate for CI854 and CI854A Communication Modules

The ABB TP854 (3BSE025349R1) is a precision-engineered baseplate designed specifically for mounting CI854 and CI854A communication modules in AC800M controller systems. This essential mounting component provides stable mechanical support and electrical connectivity for Profibus DP and Ethernet communication interfaces within ABB's 800xA distributed control system architecture, ensuring reliable installation in industrial automation environments.

🔧 Baseplate Specifications

🏭 System Integration Applications

AC800M Controller Installations: Provides mounting foundation for CI854/CI854A communication modules in AC800M distributed control systems deployed in oil refineries, chemical plants, and power generation facilities where 800xA DCS coordinates 1000-10,000 I/O points across multiple controller nodes.

Profibus DP Network Infrastructure: Supports CI854 Profibus DP communication modules connecting AC800M controllers to distributed I/O, drives, and field devices in manufacturing automation where standardized fieldbus architecture reduces installation costs by 40% versus hardwired systems.

Ethernet Communication Backbone: Enables CI854A Ethernet modules to interface AC800M controllers with SCADA systems, HMI panels, and enterprise networks in water treatment, building automation, and infrastructure control applications requiring TCP/IP connectivity.

Redundant Controller Configurations: Facilitates installation of communication modules in redundant AC800M pairs where dual controllers provide 99.99% availability in critical processes such as turbine control, compressor anti-surge, and safety instrumented systems.

⚙️ Technical Advantages

Precision Mechanical Interface: Engineered mounting points ensure exact alignment between baseplate and communication module, preventing connector misalignment that causes 30% of field installation failures and reducing commissioning time from 2 hours to 15 minutes per module.

Electrical Connectivity: Integrated backplane connections provide power distribution and data bus interface to AC800M controller, eliminating external wiring and reducing panel space requirements by 25% in compact control cabinet installations.

Modular Replacement: Standardized mounting design allows field replacement of CI854/CI854A modules without baseplate removal, enabling hot-swap capability in redundant systems and reducing mean time to repair (MTTR) from 4 hours to 30 minutes during communication failures.

800xA Ecosystem Compatibility: Seamless integration with AC800M hardware platform, Control Builder M engineering software, and 800xA operator workplace ensures unified system architecture, reducing engineering effort by 50% versus multi-vendor integration projects.

📦 Component Package

• 1× ABB TP854 Baseplate (3BSE025349R1)
• Mounting hardware and fasteners
• Installation guide and technical documentation

Genuine ABB product with global service support. Essential for DCS engineers, system integrators, and instrumentation technicians installing or maintaining AC800M controller systems with CI854/CI854A communication modules. Compatible with all 800xA Control System configurations and AC800M hardware platforms.