Description
Product Overview
The ABB CI860K01 3BSE032444R1 is a FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE communication interface kit for ABB AC 800M controllers. It provides a connection between the controller and an HSE network, allowing process variables and status information from FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices to be accessed by IEC 61131 applications running in the controller. The kit includes the CI860 communication module and the TP860 baseplate.
The CI860 maps the value and status components of FOUNDATION Fieldbus signals into the controller application and can map application data in the opposite direction. This supports integration between fieldbus-based process instrumentation and the control logic used in a DCS environment. Where H1 field devices are present, an ABB LD800HSE or LD800HSE EX linking device can connect the HSE network to separate H1 links. The linking device is a separate component and is not included in the CI860K01 kit.
For replacement procurement, confirm that the required item is the complete CI860K01 3BSE032444R1 kit rather than a bare CI860 module. Also check the AC 800M controller configuration, CEX-Bus capacity, engineering software compatibility, and HSE network design. ABB documents support for module redundancy and hot swapping, but explicitly distinguishes this from line redundancy, which is not supported by the CI860 interface.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product model | CI860K01 |
| Product number | 3BSE032444R1 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product type | FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE interface kit |
| Included components | CI860 communication module + TP860 baseplate |
| Baseplate width | 60 mm |
| Compatible platform | ABB AC 800M |
| Communication protocol | FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE |
| Communication speed | 10/100 Mbps |
| Network connector | 8-pin RJ-45 female |
| Operating role | Master/slave |
| Maximum CI860 modules | Up to 12 on one AC 800M CEX-Bus, subject to system configuration |
| Module redundancy | Supported |
| Line redundancy | Not supported by the interface |
| Hot swap | Supported, subject to applicable system and site procedures |
| Power source | Processor via CEX-Bus; no separate external module supply required |
| Typical current consumption | 100 mA at 24 V |
| Dimensions | Approximately 59 × 185 × 127.5 mm, including base |
| Weight | Approximately 700 g, including base |
| Use with HI controller | Not supported |
CI860K01 3BSE032444R1
Major Features and Advantages
FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE connectivity
The CI860K01 3BSE032444R1 connects an AC 800M controller to a FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE subnet. This allows controller applications to use fieldbus process values and status information without treating the interface as a conventional analog or digital I/O module.
Process-data mapping
The maps fieldbus values and their status information into IEC 61131 controller applications. This supports process monitoring, control logic, and data exchange between the controller and the connected FOUNDATION Fieldbus network. Actual available variables depend on the network configuration, device descriptions, and engineering setup.
Module redundancy
ABB specifies support for module redundancy, allowing redundant interface arrangements where the control-system design supports them. This should not be confused with network line redundancy: ABB lists line redundancy as unsupported for this interface. Redundancy behavior must be checked against the installed controller and engineering configuration.
Integration with H1 field devices
For systems that use FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 instruments, an LD800HSE or LD800HSE EX linking device can bridge HSE communications to H1 segments. This enables integration of field instrumentation into the controller architecture, but the linking device, H1 segment design, and associated network components must be specified separately.
Defined kit configuration
The orderable kit includes the communication interface and TP860 baseplate. Confirm both components are present when purchasing a complete kit, especially when sourcing surplus or refurbished equipment.
Typical Applications
- ABB AC 800M distributed control systems
- FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE subnet integration
- Process instrumentation data exchange
- Integration of H1 field devices through compatible linking devices
- Maintenance and replacement of existing System 800xA installations
Related Products
| Product | Function |
|---|---|
| TP860 | Baseplate included in the CI860K01 kit |
| LD800HSE | Linking device for HSE-to-H1 integration |
| LD800HSE EX | Linking device variant for supported hazardous-area applications |
| CI868AK01 | Separate ABB IEC 61850 communication interface kit; not a direct replacement for |
Installation and Maintenance
- Verify the order code: Confirm 3BSE032444R1 and check whether the delivery includes both the module and TP860 baseplate.
- Check controller compatibility: Verify the AC 800M processor, CEX-Bus capacity, and supported engineering software and firmware versions.
- Review the HSE network: Confirm IP configuration, network topology, RJ-45 connections, and the arrangement of any H1 linking devices.
- Check redundancy design: Validate the intended module-redundancy configuration. Do not assume the interface provides line redundancy.
- Commission the connection: Confirm controller recognition, fieldbus data mapping, status quality, and communication diagnostics.
- Follow site procedures: Although hot swap is listed as supported, perform replacement only under the applicable ABB instructions and site-approved maintenance procedures.
Product Assurance
For the ABB 3BSE032444R1, verify the complete part number, package contents, physical condition, and hardware identification before purchase. For used or refurbished equipment, request inspection and functional-test records; a matching label alone does not prove operational condition.
Procurement note: The most important checks are that the kit contains the correct module and TP860 baseplate, and that the target AC 800M system supports the intended HSE and redundancy configuration.
