800xA Interface Module | ABB CI868K01-eA 3BSE048845R2 System
Manufacturer: ABB
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Part Number: CI868K01-eA
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Communication Interface Modules
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Country of Origin: Sweden
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
ABB CI868K01-eA Communication Interface Module
The ABB CI868K01-eA, also cataloged as the CI868K01-eA (Product ID 3BSE048845R2) Communication Interface Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for IEC 61850 Edition 1 signal translation and real-time data exchange within ABB AC 800M control systems. The module interfaces intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) across substation automation network topologies, processing incoming ethernet-based protocol packets directly into controller memory logic for power distribution and substation control applications.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CI868K01-eA (3BSE048845R2) |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard module width 60 mm (with TP867 baseplate) |
| Operating Temp | Standard Industrial Range (0 to 55 deg C) |
| Power Consumption | Power supplied via module bus / baseplate assembly |
| Protocol Supported | IEC 61850 Edition 1 |
| System Compatibility | ABB AC 800M Control Systems |
| Included Baseplate | TP867 (60 mm width) |
| Mounting | DIN-rail or panel mount |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Deterministic Networking
The CI868K01-eA module mounts directly onto the TP867 baseplate, interfacing with the AC 800M CEX-Bus to maintain optimal backplane bus communication velocity across expanded controller configurations. High-speed internal logic coordinates data flow over Profinet or EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, maintaining microsecond-level synchronization for IEC 61850 GOOSE messages and sampled values. Continuous firmware flash compatibility safeguards real-time processing threads and prevents performance bottlenecks during dynamic I/O density scaling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the CI868K01-eA interface physically with the AC 800M controller rack?
A: The module snaps onto the included TP867 baseplate (60 mm width), which connects to the CEX-Bus extension system on the AC 800M controller stack to supply power and backplane data lines.
Q: Does the CI868K01-eA hardware support redundant module setups?
A: Yes, the hardware design supports dual-module redundancy configurations on the CEX-Bus to prevent communication dropouts in high-availability substation automation networks.
Q: What mounting hardware options are compatible with the TP867 baseplate assembly?
A: The TP867 baseplate mounts onto standard 35 mm DIN rails or directly onto a flat cabinet panel using fixing screws.
Field Installation Guidelines
First, turn off all main power sources to the AC 800M controller rack and isolate connected substation communication lines before installing or servicing the CI868K01-eA interface. Next, secure the TP867 baseplate onto the DIN rail or cabinet mounting plate, ensuring the grounding clip contacts the rail to establish a low-impedance earth ground connection. Then, align the CI868K01-eA module locking mechanisms with the baseplate guides and press firmly until the module locks into the CEX-Bus backplane socket. Finally, plug shielded RJ45 ethernet cables into the module communication ports, grounding all cable shields at a single chassis grounding point to suppress high-frequency surge noise.