ABB CI868A IEC 61850 Module for AC 800M Controller
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Communication Module
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About the Product
ABB CI868A: IEC 61850 Communication Module for Substation & Process Automation
The ABB CI868A connects AC 800M controllers to external Ethernet devices via IEC 61850 Edition 2. It combines process and electrical control in one controller for unified systems.
Key Product Specifications
- Brand: ABB
- Model: CI868A
- Communication protocol: IEC 61850 (MMS client, GOOSE publisher/subscriber)
- Transmission speed: 10/100 Mbit/s (via TP868 baseplate’s CH1 RJ45)
- Max IEDs per module: 120 (GOOSE), 40 (MMS; combo allowed at 40 total)
- Hot swap: Yes (replace without powering down compatible systems)
- Article number: 3BSE092691R1
- Power consumption: Typ 160 mA (24V DC), power dissipation 3.8 W
Compatibility & System Limits
- Works with ABB System 800xA versions 6.0.3.3, 6.1.1, and later releases.
- Max 12 modules per AC 800M controller (including this CI868A).
- Max units on CEX bus: 12 (shares bus logic with other expansion units).
Environmental & Certification Details
- Operating temperature: +5 to +55 °C (+41 to +131 °F)
- Storage temperature: -40 to +70 °C (-40 to +158 °F)
- Altitude limit: 2000 m (per IEC/EN 61131-2 standard)
- Pollution degree: Degree 2 (per IEC/EN 61131-2)
- Corrosion protection: G3 (compliant to ISA 71.04)
- Protection class: IP20 (per EN60529/IEC 529)
- Certifications: CE-marked, UL 61010-1, hazardous location compliant
Installation & Shipping Notes
- Use TP868 baseplate (with code lock to prevent incorrect module installation).
- Connect Ethernet cable to main network via an Ethernet switch.
- Shipping via FedEx, UPS, or DHL for fast global delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What protocols does the ABB CI868A support?
A: It supports both MMS (client) and GOOSE (publisher/subscriber) from IEC 61850. - Q: How many IEDs can the CI868A handle?
A: Up to 120 GOOSE IEDs or 40 MMS IEDs (combo capped at 40). - Q: Can I use older 800xA versions with the CI868A?
A: No, it only works with 800xA 6.0.3.3, 6.1.1, and newer releases.
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