ABB CI615 (3BHT300024R1) — Complete Product Description, Specifications, Applications, and FAQ

Product Overview

The ABB CI615 (3BHT300024R1) is a high-end industrial communication and interface module designed to manage extensive field-level I/O connections and relay these accurately to automation controllers. It is engineered for complex and large-scale automation systems where numerous digital and analog channels need to be reliably integrated, monitored, and controlled. The CI615 serves as a bridge between sensors, actuators, meters, and supervisory control systems such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition).

Built with industrial robustness in mind, CI615 provides precise signal conditioning, electrical isolation, and built-in diagnostics. It supports real-time data acquisition and high-speed communication while maintaining long-term stability in harsh environments. The module’s construction is optimized to withstand electrical noise, temperature variation, and physical vibration, making it suitable for heavy industrial use across a broad set of applications.

Brand and Product Series

• Brand: ABB

• Product Series: CI Communication Interface Modules

The CI series comprises communication and interface modules intended for industrial automation applications. These modules provide reliable data pathways between field devices and supervisory systems, handling a mix of digital and analog signals. Depending on the series model, the modules vary in channel count, supported signal types, and system capacity.

Product Introduction

The CI615 is designed to provide large-scale I/O integration within industrial automation networks. It supports both analog and digital input/output channels in a unified module, converting raw field signals into conditioned data that can be easily read and processed by controllers. CI615 incorporates advanced signal filtering, isolation for noise immunity, and modular connectivity to ensure stable performance even in electrically harsh environments.

Status LEDs on the front panel indicate power, communication activity, I/O activity, and fault conditions, enabling field technicians to monitor system status at a glance and facilitate troubleshooting without specialized tools. The module fits standard DIN rails or modular racks, giving engineers flexibility in system design.

Applications

Process Automation
CI615 is used extensively in process industries like chemical plants, oil and gas facilities, food and beverage lines, and pharmaceuticals for collecting sensor measurements (e.g., temperature, pressure, flow) and transmitting them to control systems.

Factory and Machine Automation
In automated manufacturing settings, CI615 connects to machine sensors, safety switches, and actuators to support complex production logic and real-time monitoring.

Energy Monitoring and Power Systems
The module captures data from energy meters, protective relays, and voltage/current transducers to support energy performance analysis, load control, and power quality monitoring.

Building Automation and Infrastructure
CI615 collects environmental data (e.g., HVAC signals, lighting controls, facility sensors) and interacts with centralized building management systems for optimized operation.

Laboratory and Test Bench Systems
It provides reliable multi-channel data acquisition for laboratory instrumentation and industrial test setups, where synchronized inputs and outputs are critical.

Product Advantages

Large Channel Capacity
CI615 handles a high number of digital and analog channels in one module, reducing the need for multiple distributed I/O devices and simplifying system architecture.

Accurate Signal Conditioning
The module uses advanced filtering and precision A/D conversion to maintain measurement integrity even in electrically noisy environments.

Industrial Durability
Built to withstand vibration, temperature swings, electromagnetic interference, and continuous operation common in industrial settings.

Integrated Diagnostics
LED indicators provide immediate visual feedback for power status, communication activity, individual I/O activity, and fault detection, enabling rapid troubleshooting.

Flexible Integration
The module can be installed on DIN rails or in modular rack systems, supporting centralized and distributed automation designs.

Technical Specifications

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