ABB CI522AK14 (3BSE018460R1) AF100 Fieldbus Communication Interface Kit
ABB CI522AK14 (3BSE018460R1) Communication Interface Kit
Part No.: CI522AK14 (3BSE018460R1)
Manufacturer: ABB (ABB Group)
Series: Advant OCS / AC 800M / 800xA DCS
Type: AF100 Fieldbus Communication Interface Kit
Application: Industrial Process Control & I/O Networking
1. Kit Composition
The CI522AK14 is a complete communication kit for the Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100) protocol. It includes:
• CI522A (3BSE018283R1): AF100 Interface Module
• TC512V1 (3BSE018059R1): Twisted-Pair Modem
• TK803V036 (3BSC950130R2): Connection Cable
2. Core Function
Serves as a communication bridge between AC 800M/AC 400 controllers and remote S800 I/O modules via the high-speed AF100 fieldbus. It enables distributed I/O expansion and reliable data exchange in large-scale process systems.
3. Technical Specifications
• Bus Protocol: Advant Fieldbus 100 (AF100)
• Transmission Speed: 1.5 Mbps
• Media: Twisted-pair (shielded)
• Max. Distance: Up to 100 m (without repeater)
• Topology: Daisy-chain / Star
• Redundancy: Supports dual-module redundancy
• Isolation: Galvanic isolation (bus-side)
• Power: 24 VDC (from backplane)
• Dimensions (CI522A): 265 x 120 x 27 mm
4. Key Features
• High-Speed Link: Fast, deterministic I/O data refresh
• Hot-Swappable: Replace without system shutdown
• Built-in Diagnostics: LED status & bus error monitoring
• Wide Compatibility: Works with 800xA, AC 800M, S800 I/O
• Industrial Rugged: -20°C to +60°C operating temp
5. Typical Applications
• Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Plants
• Large-scale distributed I/O systems
• Remote cabinet I/O expansion for DCS
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