ABB SPIET800 Ethernet CIU Transfer Module
The ABB SPIET800 is a high-performance INFI-NET-to-Ethernet Communication Interface Unit (CIU) designed for ABB’s Symphony Plus and Harmony DCS platforms (formerly Bailey INFI 90 systems). It serves as a protocol gateway that enables seamless, secure data exchange between legacy INFI-NET control networks and modern Ethernet-based host systems. This module allows plant operators and engineers to access real-time process data, alarms, and historical trends from INFI 90 controllers using standard Ethernet tools, facilitating system integration and legacy system modernization without replacing existing control hardware.
Key Applications
- Legacy System Modernization: Bridges INFI 90/Network 90 control systems to modern Ethernet networks, extending the lifespan of existing automation infrastructure.
- DCS/SCADA Integration: Connects INFI-NET controllers to ABB 800xA, S+ Operations, or third-party SCADA systems via Ethernet.
- Engineering & Maintenance: Enables remote access to controllers for programming, configuration, and troubleshooting using S+ Engineering tools.
- OPC Server Connectivity: Provides data access to Harmony OPC Servers for enterprise-level data integration and reporting.
- Secure Data Exchange: Implements encryption protocols to protect critical process data transmitted between control and IT networks.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | SPIET800 |
|---|---|
| Series | Symphony Plus / Harmony (INFI 90) |
| Module Type | INFI-NET-to-Ethernet CIU Transfer Module |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Network Interfaces | 1 × INFI-NET node bus interface (backplane); 1 × 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (RJ45) |
| Data Throughput | Up to 30,000 process tags (variables) |
| Security Modes | Basic (128-bit Twofish encryption); Advanced (256-bit SSL/TLS encryption) |
| Supported Software | S+ Engineering, S+ Operations, 800xA Harmony Connect, Harmony OPC Server |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC (from INFI-NET subrack backplane) |
| Power Consumption | 12 W (max) |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 38 mm × 178 mm × 330 mm (1.5 in × 7.0 in × 13.0 in) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.3 kg (0.66 lb) |
| Mounting | Plug-in to CIU slot of INFI-NET NIS/NPM/NCF subrack |
| Diagnostics | Front-panel LEDs for power, Ethernet link, and module status |
Typical Industries
The SPIET800 is primarily deployed in industries with existing ABB INFI 90/Symphony control systems:
- Power Generation: Thermal, hydro, and combined-cycle power plants (boiler, turbine, and balance-of-plant control).
- Oil & Gas: Refineries, offshore platforms, and natural gas processing facilities.
- Chemical & Petrochemical: Batch and continuous process plants with legacy INFI 90 systems.
- Pulp & Paper: Paper mills and pulp processing facilities.
- Water & Wastewater: Large-scale treatment plants and municipal water distribution systems.
Operating Environment
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +70 °C (32 °F to 158 °F) (requires forced air ventilation above 55 °C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F) |
| Relative Humidity | 20%–95% (non-condensing) at 0–55 °C; 20%–45% (non-condensing) at 55–70 °C |
| Air Quality | ISA S71.04 Class G1 (standard); Class G3 (optional conformal coated) |
| Hazardous Location Rating | Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D |
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 (module) |
| Certifications | CE, CSA, cCSAus |
Related Series Products
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ABB PNI800
- PN800-to-Ethernet CIU Module for Symphony Plus PN800 plant networks.
- Provides equivalent functionality to SPIET800 for newer PN800 control systems.
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ABB IET800
- Legacy INFI-NET-to-Ethernet Transfer Module (predecessor to SPIET800).
- Offers similar protocol conversion capabilities with slightly lower performance.
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ABB SPICT800
- Symphony Plus Control Interface Module for connecting third-party devices to Symphony networks.
- Supports multiple industrial protocols including Modbus and PROFIBUS.
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