Description
ABB CI867K01 (3BSE043660R1) — PROFIBUS DP Communication Interface
Product: CI867K01 — Communication Interface Module
Order Code: 3BSE043660R1
Manufacturer: ABB
Primary Application: A PROFIBUS DP-V1 slave communication interface module for ABB’s S800 I/O system, enabling integration of remote I/O racks into PROFIBUS DP industrial networks controlled by a master device (e.g., a PLC, DCS controller, or PC).
1. Core Overview & System Context
The ABB CI867K01 is a fieldbus communication module that serves as a gateway between the ABB S800 I/O subsystem and a PROFIBUS DP network. It is a critical component for building distributed, modular I/O architectures within larger automation systems.
Key Function: It allows a remote rack of ABB S800 I/O modules (digital/analog inputs/outputs) to appear as a single slave device on a PROFIBUS DP network. A central PROFIBUS master (like a Siemens S7 PLC, ABB AC800M PM, or other system) can then read inputs from and write outputs to these I/O modules over the PROFIBUS cable.
2. Key Features & Functions
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PROFIBUS DP-V1 Slave: Implements the full PROFIBUS DP-V1 protocol, supporting cyclic data exchange (for process data) and acyclic services (for parameterization, diagnostics, and alarms).
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S800 I/O Controller: Acts as the local controller for an S800 I/O station. It manages the data exchange with the individual I/O modules (like DI, DO, AI, AO cards) installed in the same local rack via a high-speed internal bus.
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Modular Configuration: The specific I/O modules connected to it define its process image (the mapping of input and output data words on the PROFIBUS). This configuration is set in engineering software.
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Extensive Diagnostics: Provides detailed diagnostic information accessible both locally (via LEDs) and over the PROFIBUS network, including module failures, communication errors, and field-side faults.
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Integrated Web Server (likely): Many CI867 variants include a built-in web server for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics via a standard web browser.

3. Technical Specifications
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Communication Interface:
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Protocol: PROFIBUS DP-V1 (EN 50170).
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Connector: 9-pin D-sub female (RS-485).
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Baud Rate: Auto-detect or configurable from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps.
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Address: Set via DIP switches or software (typical range 1-125).
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S800 I/O Connection: Interfaces with S800 I/O modules via a high-speed parallel backplane bus within the S800 station.
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Power Supply: Powered from the S800 station’s internal 24V DC bus.
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Status Indicators: LEDs for power, PROFIBUS status (RUN/BUSF), and module status.
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Configuration: Configured using ABB’s Control Builder or Automation Builder engineering tools. The configuration defines the I/O module layout and maps them to PROFIBUS addresses.
4. System Integration & Architecture
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Role in Network: It is a slave station on a PROFIBUS DP segment.
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Physical Setup:
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The CI867K01 is mounted in an S800 station (e.g., using a DIN-rail mounting unit).
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Various S800 I/O modules (e.g., DI810, DO810, AI810, AO810) are installed to its left and right.
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A PROFIBUS DP cable connects its D-sub port to the network.
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Data Flow:
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Field signals (e.g., sensor on/off) are read by an S800 Digital Input (DI) module.
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The CI867K01 collects this data from all I/O modules in its station.
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The CI867K01 packs this data into its assigned input image area in the PROFIBUS DP telegram.
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The PROFIBUS Master (e.g., a PLC CPU) cyclically reads this input image.
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Conversely, the master writes data to the CI867’s output image, which the CI867 unpacks and sends to the appropriate Digital Output (DO) or Analog Output (AO) modules to actuate field devices.
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Engineering: The entire S800 station’s hardware configuration is created in ABB’s engineering software and downloaded to the CI867’s non-volatile memory.
5. Typical Applications
Used to create distributed I/O nodes in large automation systems where the main controller uses PROFIBUS DP:
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Factory Automation: Connecting remote sensor/actuator clusters to a central Siemens, ABB, or other PROFIBUS master PLC.
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Process Automation: As part of a DCS (like ABB’s 800xA) where remote process I/O needs to be connected via PROFIBUS.
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Hybrid Systems: Integrating ABB S800 I/O into a third-party control system that uses PROFIBUS DP as its fieldbus.

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