Product Overview

ABB CI830 3BSE013252R1 is a PROFIBUS DP-V1 communication interface module designed for ABB S800 I/O systems and Advant 800xA control platforms.

The module provides communication between ABB controllers and PROFIBUS DP field devices, enabling reliable data exchange between the control system and distributed field equipment.

CI830 acts as an important communication gateway inside ABB automation architectures, allowing users to integrate PROFIBUS-based devices such as remote I/O stations, motor control equipment, and intelligent field instruments into ABB DCS environments.

The module is widely used in existing ABB System 800xA installations where maintaining original communication hardware is required for system reliability and lifecycle support.

Technical Specifications

System Compatibility & Technical Background

ABB S800 I/O Communication Architecture

Typical configuration:

	

		

			

				

					

						

							

								

								
								

									

										

											

												

SCADA / Operator Station
        ↓
ABB System 800xA
        ↓
AC 800M Controller
        ↓
CI830
PROFIBUS Communication Interface
        ↓
PROFIBUS DP Network
        ↓
Remote I/O / Field Devices
												
											
										
									
								
							
						
					
				
				

					

					
				
			
		
	

Main functions:

(1) Provide PROFIBUS DP communication

(2) Exchange process data between controller and field devices

(3) Support distributed I/O architectures

(4) Provide communication diagnostics

(5) Integrate third-party PROFIBUS devices into ABB systems

Compatible Systems & Related Components

ABB CI830 is mainly used with:

(1) ABB S800 I/O System

(2) ABB Advant Controller Systems

(3) ABB System 800xA

(4) ABB AC 800M Controllers

(5) PROFIBUS DP field devices

Related ABB Communication Modules:

Replacement Information

ABB CI830 3BSE013252R1 is commonly purchased for:

(1) Existing S800 I/O system repair

(2) PROFIBUS communication failure replacement

(3) ABB 800xA maintenance

(4) Plant shutdown spare preparation

(5) Legacy automation system support

Before ordering:

(1) Confirm exact model:

CI830

3BSE013252R1

(2) Verify current ABB controller system

(3) Confirm PROFIBUS configuration

(4) Check firmware compatibility

(5) Provide existing module photo

Obsolete / Replacement Information

Because CI830 belongs to an older ABB communication module generation:

For existing systems:

✅ CI830 remains suitable as a direct maintenance replacement.

For new projects:

ABB recommends newer communication interface solutions such as CI801 depending on system requirements.

Applications

Typical industries:

(1) Power Plant

(2) Oil & Gas

(3) Chemical

(4) Mining

(5) Manufacturing

(6) Process Automation

Ordering Tips

Please provide:

(1) Model number

(2) Quantity

(3) System details

(4) Delivery location

(5) Required condition

Verification & Quality Control

Before shipment:

(1) Verify ABB identification

(2) Inspect module condition

(3) Check PROFIBUS interface

(4) Test communication

(5) Prepare export documents

Related Models & Tags

Related Products:

• ABB CI687K01
• ABB CI840
• ABB S800 I/O Modules
• ABB AC800M Controller

Related Tags:

ABB + CI830 + PROFIBUS DP + Communication Interface + S800 I/O + System 800xA + Automation Spare Parts Supplier