ABB FI830F
Overview
The ABB FI830F is a Fieldbus Interface Module designed for the ABB Freelance 800F and AC 800F distributed control systems (DCS). Its primary function is to act as a Profibus-DP Slave interface, allowing the DCS controller to communicate with a wide array of Profibus-DP compatible field devices (sensors, actuators, motor starters, I/O blocks, etc.).
Key Technical Parameters
Parameter Category |
Specification |
Product Type |
Fieldbus Interface Module (Profibus-DP Slave) |
Compatible System |
ABB Freelance 800F and AC 800F DCS |
Form Factor |
A standalone module that mounts on a DIN rail. |
Bus Protocol |
Profibus-DP according to EN 50170 Vol. 2 |
Role |
DP-V0 Slave (supports cyclic data exchange, diagnosis, and parameterization) |
Data Transfer Rates |
Auto-sensing: 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps |
Number of Connections |
Supports communication with 1 Profibus-DP Master. |
I/O Data Capacity |
Up to 244 bytes of input data and 244 bytes of output data (max. 488 bytes total). |
GSD File |
FI830P11.GSD (This file is required for the Master's configuration tool to recognize and configure the slave). |
Diagnostic Features |
Extensive diagnostics including module status, bus errors, and device-specific diagnostics passed through from connected devices. |
Power Supply |
24 V DC (Typically supplied from the system's power rail, e.g., BD830) |
Power Consumption |
Approx. 1.5 W |
Operating Temperature |
0 °C to +60 °C |
Storage Temperature |
-40 °C to +70 °C |
Relative Humidity |
5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Protection Class |
IP20 |
Dimensions (H x W x D) |
Approximately 130 x 60 x 115 mm |
Agency Approvals |
cULus, ATEX, IECEx, DNV, GL, NEPSI (For use in hazardous areas; specific models may vary) |
Functional Description
Purpose: The FI830F acts as a gateway. It takes the process data (I/O) from the Profibus-DP network and makes it available to the AC 800F or Freelance 800F controller's backplane bus (CI830), and vice-versa.
Configuration: The module is configured using ABB's Control Builder F or Freelance Engineering software. The GSD file is imported into the master system's configuration tool (e.g., Siemens STEP 7 for a Siemens PLC master, or it's handled internally within Control Builder for an AC 800F as master).
Addressing: The Profibus-DP address of the FI830F module is set physically using rotary switches (DIP switches) located on the front of the module. The address range is typically from 1 to 125.
Status Indicators (LEDs): The module features several LEDs for easy diagnostics:
RUN (Green): Indicates operational state and communication with the controller.
ERR (Red): Indicates an internal error or failure.
BF (Bus Fault - Red): Flashes if there is a communication fault on the Profibus-DP network.
D1, D2 (Green): Data exchange indicators for the two communication channels.
Important Notes:
Master Required: The FI830F is a slave device and requires a Profibus-DP Master (e.g., an AC 800F controller with a Profibus master module, a Siemens PLC, etc.) to function.
System Component: It is never used alone but always as part of an ABB 800F system, alongside a controller (e.g., AC 800F) and a power supply module (e.g., BD830).
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