{"product_id":"800xa-interface-module-abb-ci868k01-ea-3bse048845r2-system","title":"800xA Interface Module | ABB CI868K01-eA 3BSE048845R2 System","description":"\u003ch2\u003eABB CI868K01-eA Communication Interface Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eABB CI868K01-eA\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eCI868K01-eA\u003c\/strong\u003e (Product ID \u003cstrong\u003e3BSE048845R2\u003c\/strong\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCI868K01-eA (3BSE048845R2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard module width 60 mm (with TP867 baseplate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Industrial Range (0 to 55 deg C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower supplied via module bus \/ baseplate assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC 61850 Edition 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABB AC 800M Control Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Baseplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTP867 (60 mm width)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN-rail or panel mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity and Deterministic Networking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the CI868K01-eA interface physically with the AC 800M controller rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the CI868K01-eA hardware support redundant module setups?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the hardware design supports dual-module redundancy configurations on the CEX-Bus to prevent communication dropouts in high-availability substation automation networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mounting hardware options are compatible with the TP867 baseplate assembly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The TP867 baseplate mounts onto standard 35 mm DIN rails or directly onto a flat cabinet panel using fixing screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43772094611555,"sku":"CI868K01-eA","price":676.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/181_a3d48764-b8e2-41bf-a0c3-e10f20603efc.jpg?v=1760154619","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/800xa-interface-module-abb-ci868k01-ea-3bse048845r2-system","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}