ABB CI860K01 3BSE032444R1 FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE Communication Interface

Product ID: CI860K01

Order Code: 3BSE032444R1

Manufacturer: ABB

Product Type: FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE Communication Interface Module

Series: AC 800M / System 800xA

Product Overview

The ABB CI860K01 (Order Code: 3BSE032444R1) is a high-performance FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE (High Speed Ethernet) Communication Interface module designed for the ABB AC 800M controller family and System 800xA distributed control system. This module serves as a critical gateway, enabling seamless connectivity between AC 800M controllers and FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE subnets, allowing access to FF process variables directly from IEC 61131-3 applications .

Ideal for process automation, plant modernization, and greenfield projects, the CI860K01 bridges the gap between high-speed Ethernet-based fieldbus networks and ABB's powerful control platform, ensuring efficient data exchange with field devices, linking devices, and H1 networks .

Key Features & Benefits

FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE Connectivity: Provides native access to HSE subnet process data from AC 800M controllers, mapping value and status portions of FF signals to IEC 61131 applications 

Redundancy Support: Supports redundant mode operation for critical process applications; up to 12 CI860 modules can be installed on a single AC800M, each connectable to the same or separate HSE subnets 

High-Speed Communication: Delivers communication speeds up to 100,000/1,000,000 kbit/s via standard RJ-45 connectors for real-time data transmission 

CEX-Bus Powered: Powered directly by the processor unit via the CEX-Bus, eliminating the need for an additional external power source 

Broad Protocol Support: Compatible with multiple industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET IO, PROFIBUS DP-V1, DeviceNet, and ControlNet 

LD800HSE/LD 800HSE EX Compatibility: Works seamlessly with ABB FOUNDATION Fieldbus Linking Devices, which act as gateways between the HSE subnet and up to four separate H1 links 

Technical Specifications

Specification Detail

Model Number CI860K01

Catalog ID 3BSE032444R1

Type FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE Communication Interface

Compatibility ABB AC 800M Controllers (PM851, PM856, PM860, PM861, PM864, PM866, etc.) 

Bus Connection CEX-Bus

Connector Type RJ-45 female (8-pin) 

Communication Speed 100,000 / 1,000,000 kbit/s 

Max Units on CEX Bus 12 (redundant mode supported) 

Power Supply 24 V DC (via CEX-Bus) 

Typical Current Consumption 100 mA at 24 V DC 

Power Consumption ≤ 5VA 

Dimensions (H x W x D) 185 mm x 59 mm x 127.5 mm (7.28" x 2.32" x 5.02") 

Weight Approx. 0.55 kg (1.21 lbs) 

Operating Temperature -10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) 

Storage Temperature -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F) 

Protection Rating IP20 (per IEC 529 / EN60529) 

RoHS Status Compliant with China RoHS 

Module Components

The CI860K01 module consists of two primary components :

Component Description

CI860 Communication Interface module with electronics and RJ-45 connectors

TP860 Baseplate for mounting and CEX-Bus connection

Applications & Use Cases

The ABB CI860K01 is essential for industries requiring high-speed fieldbus connectivity with FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE networks. Typical applications include:

Industry Application

Process Industries Chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage production control 

Power Generation Power plant control and management, communication with protection devices and smart instruments 

Water & Wastewater Integration of HSE-based instrumentation with AC 800M controllers

Manufacturing Automotive, machinery, and packaging automation lines 

Building Automation Centralized management of large building systems