ABB CI868K01‑eA 3BSE048845R2 IEC 61850 Communication Interface Module

The ABB CI868K01‑eA with part number 3BSE048845R2 is a dedicated communication interface module for ABB AC 800M / 800xA control systems. It implements IEC 61850‑Ed1 protocol communication, enabling high‑speed real‑time data interaction between controllers and substation intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) within power automation systems.

This plug‑in module supports communication redundancy configuration and integrates comprehensive link diagnostic functions. It works with TP867 baseplate for rack installation, widely deployed in power substation automation, power generation and energy‑industry control cabinets.

Main Specifications

• Brand: ABB; Model: CI868K01‑eA 3BSE048845R2; Type: IEC 61850 Communication Interface Module
• Applicable System: ABB AC 800M Controller, 800xA Distributed Control System
• Core Tasks: IEC 61850 protocol data exchange, substation device interconnection, link fault diagnosis, redundant communication support
• Signal Interface: 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports, backplane connector for TP867 baseplate
• Installation: Plug‑in mounting with TP867 base unit inside standard control rack
• Communication Protocol: IEC 61850 Edition 1 for substation automation
• Operating Environment: 0℃ ~ +60℃, 5%‑95% RH non‑condensing, industrial anti‑vibration grade
• Mechanical: Standard AC800M module form‑factor, IP20 for cabinet‑internal installation
• Certifications: CE, complies with power‑automation EMC and communication‑standard requirements

Core Functions

• Carry out bidirectional real‑time data transmission between AC800M controller and substation IEDs following IEC 61850‑Ed1 protocol standard.
• Transmit measurement values, protection signals and control commands to realize seamless integration of power‑automation subsystems.
• Support communication redundancy setup, automatically switching communication channel upon primary link failure to improve system operation reliability.
• Built‑in self‑diagnosis monitors network link status and module hardware health, uploading fault alarm information to the control HMI.
• Adopt baseplate‑type plug‑in structure for convenient disassembly and replacement during on‑site equipment maintenance.
• Industrial‑hardened hardware design guarantees long‑term stable operation in power‑plant and substation control‑cabinet environments.

Application Scenarios

• Spare‑part replacement for ABB 800xA / AC800M control cabinets in power‑generation plants and substation automation sites.
• Communication interface hardware for interconnection between DCS controllers and IEC‑61850‑compliant substation intelligent devices.
• Maintenance backup inventory for renovation and after‑sales maintenance projects of legacy ABB power‑automation control equipment.
• Matching communication module cooperating with AC800M controller unit, TP867 baseplate and system power assemblies.
• Retrofit replacement for aged communication modules with network dropout, protocol parsing error and link‑failure faults.

• Global aftermarket spare supply for automation maintenance teams maintaining ABB industrial‑control equipment worldwide.