ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 AF100 Communication Interface

The ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 is a high-performance communication interface unit specifically designed for the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) network. Positioned as an independent bus manager for the AF100 network, it serves as a critical connectivity bridge between AC 800M controllers and AF100 devices (such as S800 I/O stations and AC 100 OPC servers), responsible for driving all data transmission on the AF100 bus while supporting bidirectional communication between the two. Widely applied in industrial control networks across scenarios including automated production lines, process control, and industries such as steel, papermaking, and chemical engineering, this product boasts significant core advantages: it not only features strong anti-interference capability and supports multiple transmission media (twisted pair, coaxial cable, optical fiber, etc.) to meet long-distance industrial wiring requirements but also offers bus redundancy design for rapid switching in case of communication link interruptions, enhancing system availability. Additionally, it is compatible with mainstream ABB controllers like the AC 800M, enabling seamless integration into the System 800xA ecosystem. Adhering to industrial-grade hardware standards and adopting a modular design, it adapts to complex operating conditions such as extreme temperature, humidity, and electromagnetic interference, while facilitating easy installation and maintenance to reduce system downtime risks—ultimately supporting industrial systems in achieving efficient and secure distributed communication.

Related Documents:

3BSE035982 AC 800M.pdf

Key Technical Parameters

Communication Performance

• Supported Protocol: Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) Protocol
• Transmission Rate: Compatible with AF100 bus standard rates; supports cyclic data transmission and event-driven communication
• Communication Distance: Up to 13,300 meters (fiber optic medium, extended via back-to-back coupling sections)
• Connected Stations: Maximum 80 AF100 stations per bus
• Data Types: Supports industry-standard data types including Boolean, integer, and real numbers, adapting to process data and control command transmission

Hardware Specifications

• Interface Type: AF100 bus interface (supports twisted pair, RG59/RG11 coaxial cable, and fiber optic)
• Installation Method: CEX bus-compatible installation, adapting to the hardware architecture of AC 800M controllers
• Operating Temperature: -40℃ ~ +70℃ (industrial-grade wide-temperature design)
• Protection Class: Complies with IP20 standard (for rack-mounted scenarios)
• Power Requirements: Compatible with AC 800M controller power supply system; supports redundant power input

Functional Features

• Bus Master Function: Independently drives AF100 bus transmission; supports dynamic generation and update of scan tables
• Redundancy Support: Supports bus medium redundancy (dual bus line backup) with automatic switching in case of faults
• Diagnostic Function: Real-time monitoring of bus status and station connection status; feedbacks fault information via Control Builder
• Compatibility: Compatible with ABB AC 400, AC 100 series controllers, as well as the full range of AF100 I/O devices and sensors
• Configuration Tools: Supports parameter configuration and bus management via Control Builder and Fieldbus Builder FF

Application Scenarios & Compatibility

Compatible Systems: ABB System 800xA, AC 800M controllers, AC 100/400 series controllers

Typical Applications: Distributed I/O control, multi-controller collaboration, long-distance industrial equipment communication (e.g., distributed production line control, remote sensor data acquisition)

Compatible Devices: S800 I/O stations, AC 100 OPC servers, AF100-compatible drives, intelligent sensors, etc.

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