ABB CI858-1 3BSE018137R1 is a high-performance communication interface module designed specifically for the field of industrial automation. Its core function is to build a "data bridge" between controllers and external devices, enabling real-time information exchange and system integration between devices such as PLCs, sensors, and actuators. It belongs to the ABB AC 800M controller series supporting module and is a key communication node in distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable control systems (PLC).
ABB CI858-1 3BSE018137R1 Industrial Module
Product core positioning
ABB CI858-1 3BSE018137R1 is a high-performance communication interface module designed specifically for the field of industrial automation. Its core function is to build a "data bridge" between controllers and external devices, enabling real-time information exchange and system integration between devices such as PLCs, sensors, and actuators. It belongs to the ABB AC 800M controller series supporting module and is a key communication node in distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable control systems (PLC).
Key technical parameters
Communication capability
Supports multiple protocols such as Modbus TCP, Profibus DP, DriveBus, CANopen, I/O Bus, etc
Hardware interface
CEX Bus main interface, 1 Ethernet port, 94 user I/O pins
Power specifications
24V DC power supply (powered by CEX bus, no external power supply required), with a power consumption of approximately 5W
Environmental adaptability
Working temperature -20 ° C to 70 ° C (some data sources indicate -25 ° C to 60 ° C), noise interference resistant
Physical specifications
Size 127.5 × 59 × 185mm, weight 0.55kg, supports rail fixation
Compatibility
Compatible with System 800xA 6.0.3.3 and above, seamlessly integrated with AC 800M controller
Core functions and advantages
1. Multi protocol compatibility and scalability
Covering mainstream industrial communication protocols, it can connect ABB drives, third-party I/O devices, and upper monitoring systems, solving the problem of heterogeneous device interconnection.
A single module can connect up to 24 ABB drives, and one AC 800M controller can expand to 2 CI858-1 modules, supporting star topology expansion through branch unit NDBU.
2. Industrial grade reliability design
Equipped with electrical isolation function, effectively avoiding signal interference and potential difference damage between devices, and improving system safety.
Adopting Motorola DSP56303 processor (72MHz) and Xilinx FPGA chip, it supports 1.25MB/s high-speed data transmission to meet real-time control requirements.
3. Convenient operation and maintenance features
Support heat exchange function, module replacement does not require downtime, ensuring production continuity.
Equipped with SBRDY (standby), TX (transmit), and RX (receive) indicator lights, it can intuitively determine the main and backup status and communication conditions.
Typical application scenarios
1. Key industry applications
Manufacturing industry: collaborative control of equipment in automotive production lines, transmission of process parameters in food and beverage production lines;
Process industry: data integration of DCS system in petrochemical industry, communication of rolling mill drive in metallurgical industry;
Infrastructure: Monitoring of water quality parameters for water treatment systems and collection of intelligent building energy management data.





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