ABB CI871AK01, part number 3BSE092693R1, is a complete PROFINET IO master communication kit including CI871A module and TP867 baseplate for the AC 800M controller within ABB Ability System 800xA.
Operating at 10/100 Mbps, this interface enables AC800M to act as a PROFINET IO Controller, establishing real-time data communication with PROFINET field devices, variable frequency drives and third-party PLCs. It supports RT real-time communication mode and MRP ring network topology, meeting deterministic control requirements for continuous process industries.
The module connects to the controller via internal CEX-Bus and supports hot-swap operation and module-level redundancy. It is compatible with standard controllers and High-Integrity SIL3 controllers such as PM863K01 paired with SM812K01. Front panel LED indicators offer instant diagnosis of power, running status and network faults.
It is widely deployed for new DCS construction, system expansion and network transformation in chemical, power and oil & gas plants. This exact part number is maintained as critical spare for communication module replacement.
As the native PROFINET IO master interface for AC800M, it eliminates the need for external protocol converters. Engineers import standard GSDML files via Control Builder M to complete network configuration, simplifying project engineering. Rich onboard diagnostic functions help quickly locate offline nodes, cable failures and communication latency issues.
The full ordering package 3BSE092693R1 includes matching baseplate, ensuring mechanical and bus compatibility for direct plug-and-play replacement. It works seamlessly alongside CI854BK01 PROFIBUS modules to build hybrid fieldbus architectures.
Numerous facilities upgrading legacy control networks stock CI871AK01 to minimise downtime during communication hardware failures and system retrofits.
