Email: sales@slxytech.com
WhatsApp / Wechat：8617062388866
Phone：+86 17062388866Description
The ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 is a high-performance Profibus DP-V1 Slave Interface Module for ABB’s S800 I/O series, designed to seamlessly integrate field devices into ABB’s 800xA or Symphony Plus control systems. As a critical communication node, this module enables bidirectional data exchange between ABB controllers and Profibus DP networks, supporting up to 244 bytes of I/O data per device. The CI627A features dual Profibus ports (RS-485) for daisy-chaining devices without external repeaters, reducing wiring costs by 40%. With certified conformance to PROFIBUS DP-V1 standards, it supports advanced functions like diagnostic alarms, parameterization via GSD files, and acyclic data access for intelligent device configuration. Housed in a ruggedized S800 form factor, the module operates reliably in harsh industrial environments (-25°C to +70°C) and offers galvanic isolation (500 VAC) to protect control systems from ground loops. For plants migrating from legacy systems or implementing hybrid architectures, the ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 delivers future-proof connectivity while maximizing existing Profibus asset utilization.
ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
| Product Model | CI627A 3BSE017457R1 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Type | Profibus DP-V1 Slave Interface Module |
| Communication Standard | EN 50170 (PROFIBUS DP-V1) |
| Baud Rate | 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps (Auto-negotiating) |
| Data Capacity | 244 Bytes Input / 244 Bytes Output |
| Ports | 2 x PROFIBUS RS-485 (D-sub 9-pin) |
| Isolation | 500 VAC (Field to Logic) |
| Protocol Features | Slave Diagnostics, MSAC, DPV1 Services |
| GSD File | GSDML-V2.3 (ABB-CI627A-xxxx) |
| Configuration | Via Control Builder M3 or GSD in Step 7 |
| Power Supply | 5 VDC via S800 Backplane |
| Backplane Current | 250 mA max |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +70°C |
| Relative Humidity | 5–95% (non-condensing) |
| Certifications | CE, UL, ATEX/IECEx Zone 2, DNV GL |
| Dimensions | 124 x 50 x 117 mm |
| Weight | 320 g |
Main Features and Advantages
Dual-Port Efficiency: The CI627A‘s integrated repeater functionality eliminates external hardware – connect up to 124 devices in a single segment while maintaining signal integrity at 12 Mbps. Port diagnostics detect cable breaks/shorts in real-time.
Enhanced Diagnostics: Module-level diagnostics report slave status, sync/loss errors, and parameterization faults to ABB controllers via SD822/SD823 base units. Detailed Profibus health metrics (telegram count, CRC errors) enable predictive maintenance.
Plug-and-Play Integration: Pre-engineered Control Builder M3 function blocks automate device mapping – drag-and-drop Profibus slaves into ABB’s 800xA engineering environment without manual addressing.
Legacy Migration: Translates Profibus PA/DP signals to native 800xA objects, enabling phased modernization of brownfield sites. Supports HART pass-through for instrument configuration.
Robust Construction: Conformal-coated PCB withstands humidity, dust, and corrosive atmospheres. Redundant screw terminals ensure vibration-resistant power/backplane connections.
Application Field
The ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1 is indispensable in process industries leveraging Profibus infrastructure:
Chemical/Petrochemical: Integrating motorized valves (SIPART PS2), flow meters (PROFIMAG), and pressure transmitters into ABB DCS for reactor control.
Power Generation: Connecting turbine auxiliaries (lube oil pumps, exciters) via Profibus to S800 I/O for condition monitoring in coal/gas plants.
Water Treatment: Linking sludge dewatering centrifuges (Centrifuge PLCs) and VFDs (SIMOCODE pro) to 800xA SCADA for energy optimization.
Pharmaceutical: Enabling GMP-compliant data acquisition from CIP skid sensors (Magnetostrictive level gauges) and weigh modules.
Marine: Reducing cabling weight on vessels by networking thruster controls and tank gauging systems via single Profibus trunks.
In all applications, the CI627A bridges ABB’s control layer with decentralized Profibus devices, cutting commissioning time by 30% versus hardwired solutions.
ABB CI627A 3BSE017457R1
Related Products
TB801: S800 Terminal Base – Required for mounting the CI627A.
SD822/SD823: Digital I/O Base Units – Host CI627A in S800 racks.
PM864A: AC 800M Controller – Master for CI627A Profibus networks.
CI854A: Profibus DP Master Module – For controller-level Profibus integration.
CI865: PROFINET Module – Complementary Ethernet-based fieldbus solution.
S800 PS401: Power Supply Module – Powers S800 racks hosting CI627A.
3BSE018105R1: Profibus cable kit (pre-terminated) for CI627A deployments.
Installation and Maintenance
Pre-installation preparation: Verify TB801 base compatibility and slot availability in S800 rack. Configure GSD file in Control Builder M3 before hardware installation. Set Profibus station address via DIP switches (1–127). Ensure termination resistors enabled at segment endpoints.
Maintenance recommendations: Monitor “SYNC” LED status (steady green = operational). Quarterly inspect D-sub connectors for corrosion. Use DiagMonitor software to track Profibus error rates – >5 CRC errors/sec indicates cabling issues. Update GSD files during plant shutdowns. Replace CI627A if “COM” LED flashes red (fatal bus fault). Always discharge static before handling.
