{"product_id":"ci871a-abb-ac-800m-profinet-io-communication-interface","title":"CI871A ABB AC 800M PROFINET IO Communication Interface","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ABB CI871A serves as a high-speed PROFINET IO communication interface for the AC 800M controller series. This 100% brand new, original module acts as a gateway, enabling seamless data exchange between ABB controllers and PROFINET-enabled field devices via Ethernet. The unit integrates a CEX-Bus logic controller and a dedicated DC\/DC converter, drawing power directly from the +24 V CEX-Bus supply. Designed for modern DCS environments, the CI871A facilitates high-speed industrial networking while maintaining the strict timing requirements of System 800xA architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CI871A utilizes high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity to bridge the gap between process control logic and distributed field instrumentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCI871A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABB AC 800M\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePROFINET IO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Mbps (via CH1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual RJ45 (via TP867 Baseplate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBus Logic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated CEX-Bus Logic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+24 V DC (via CEX-Bus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Modular S800 I\/O Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 °C to +55 °C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e800xA v6.0.3.3, v6.1.1, and subsequent versions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.3 - 0.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial-grade EMI\/RFI Shielding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ABB CI871A provides advanced networking capabilities to solve complex integration challenges in industrial automation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized PROFINET Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module utilizes the CH1 connector on the TP867 baseplate to support 100Mbps Ethernet communication. This dedicated channel ensures low-latency data throughput, allowing the AC 800M to manage large-scale PROFINET IO device networks with high deterministic accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated CEX-Bus Power Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAn onboard DC\/DC converter eliminates the need for external power wiring for the communication unit. By drawing required voltages directly from the CEX-Bus, the CI871A simplifies cabinet internal wiring and reduces potential failure points in the power distribution chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy for Mission-Critical Links:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe hardware supports redundant configurations, ensuring that fieldbus communication remains active even during a primary module failure. This high-availability design prevents process shutdowns in sectors like chemical processing and power generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarsh Environment Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEncased in an industrial-grade housing with robust EMI\/RFI shielding, the CI871A operates reliably near high-interference equipment. This protection prevents data packet loss and signal corruption in electrically noisy plant environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Ethernet port should I use for PROFINET IO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlthough the TP867 baseplate features two RJ45 connectors, only the CH1 port supports the 100Mbps speed required for PROFINET IO connection. You must connect this port to your PROFINET network through an industrial Ethernet switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the specific software requirements for the CI871A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe CI871A requires System 800xA version 6.0.3.3, 6.1.1, or later. It will not function with legacy versions of the software due to the specific driver and firmware requirements of the PROFINET IO stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module require a separate power supply unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo. The CI871A expansion unit contains a DC\/DC converter that pulls the required operational voltage from the +24 V supply provided through the CEX-Bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the CI871A to replace a standard Modbus or PROFIBUS module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe CI871A specifically communicates via PROFINET IO over Ethernet. 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