ABB CI830 (3BSE013252R1) – S800 I/O PROFIBUS-DP interface for connecting distributed I/O to mainstream PLC/PCS systems

The ABB CI830 is a communication interface module for S800 I/O, designed to present an entire S800 I/O cluster as a PROFIBUS-DP (DP-V1) device to your host controller. From my experience, it’s a reliable way to extend existing PROFIBUS networks, especially where you want high-quality process I/O with minimal engineering risk. You might notice that it drops into brownfield systems quite easily—import the GSD, map the I/O, and you’re usually up and running without surprises.

Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees

• Warranty: 365 days
• Delivery: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment before delivery
• Express: FedEx, UPS, DHL

Key Features

• PROFIBUS-DP (DP-V1) connectivity – Exposes S800 I/O to most PROFIBUS masters, typically at up to 12 Mbit/s, making it straightforward to interface with Siemens, ABB, and many third-party PLC/DCS platforms.
• S800 ModuleBus integration – Seamless backplane connection to S800 I/O slices; channel data and diagnostics are aggregated and presented to the host over PROFIBUS.
• Robust diagnostics – Front-panel status LEDs and standard DP diagnostics help you pinpoint cabling, power, or I/O issues quickly.
• Industrial build – IP20 module design for cabinet use; shielding and isolation practices on the fieldbus side help in noisy environments.
• GSD-based engineering – In many cases you just load the GSD into your engineering tool and map I/O—no exotic configuration steps required.
• Hot serviceability of I/O slices – S800 I/O typically supports online service of many I/O modules, which keeps production interruptions short when combined with solid PROFIBUS diagnostics.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

The CI830 is commonly used where plants standardize on PROFIBUS but prefer ABB’s S800 I/O for accuracy, channel density, and lifecycle support. Typical applications include:

• Process industries: chemical, oil & gas, water/wastewater, pulp & paper—tying remote S800 I/O racks into DCS/PLC hosts over DP.
• Pharma and F&B lines where validated I/O and deterministic fieldbus behavior are must-haves.
• Brownfield upgrades merging new ABB I/O with existing Siemens S7/PCS 7 controllers via a simple GSD-driven integration.
• OEM skids that need a compact I/O subsystem with stable PROFIBUS connectivity and easy service access.

Advantages & Value

• Interoperability – Works with most PROFIBUS masters; the GSD approach keeps engineering time predictable.
• Lifecycle reliability – ABB’s S800 I/O platform is widely deployed; spares and documentation are typically easy to obtain long-term.
• Diagnostics that shorten downtime – Clear status LEDs and DP diagnostics help maintenance teams isolate faults fast.
• Cost containment – Lets you standardize on S800 I/O while leveraging existing PROFIBUS infrastructure—no need to re-cable a whole area network.
• Supportable design – Common TU8xx terminal units, standard DP cabling, and known commissioning steps reduce project risk.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet & environment – Mount on DIN rail with TU8xx terminal unit inside an IP-rated cabinet; keep ambient within -25…+55 °C and allow ventilation around modules.
• Wiring & EMC – Use PROFIBUS type‑A shielded twisted pair; maintain correct termination at both bus ends; bond shields properly to control cabinet grounding.
• Addressing & GSD – Set the DP address per segment rules; import the ABB GSD in the host engineering tool to map channels and diagnostics.
• Routine checks – Inspect connectors, termination, and LED states during scheduled maintenance; verify error counters and DP diagnostics in the PLC/DCS.
• Firmware/config backups – Keep module firmware and configuration revisions documented; from my experience, this speeds up replacements significantly.

Quality & Certifications

• Typically certified to CE, UL/cUL, and RoHS requirements for industrial control equipment.
• Manufacturer reputation for process-industry reliability; documentation and lifecycle services are well established for S800 I/O.
• Warranty: 365 days (our supply terms).

Typical Supporting Components

• Terminal unit: ABB S800 I/O TU8xx series (DIN-rail base that the CI830 plugs into).
• DP connectors & cable: PROFIBUS type‑A cable, 150 Ω termination, shielded connectors suitable for cabinet routing.
• I/O modules: ABB S800 analog, digital, and specialty modules as required by the process signals.