IC693BEM331 | GE FANUC Genius Bus Controller

Description 

The IC693BEM331 is a Genius Bus Controller. This device is manufactured by GE Fanuc that is part of the Series 90-30 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) product family. This Bus Controller Module is used to interface Series 90-30 PLC and existing Genius I/O Serial bus. It is capable of transmitting and receiving up to 128 Bytes of data and communicate up to 31 devices residing on the same I/O bus. It is compatible with Series 90-30, Series 6 and Series 5 controller family.

Technical Specifications 

Information About IC693BEM331

The IC693BEM331 is a Bus Controller Module that is part of the GE Sires 90-30 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) product family. This module is manufactured by GE Fanuc Automation, for interfacing a Series 90-30 PLC to the proprietary Genius I/O bus. This bus controller module is capable of communicating with Genius blocks such as discrete, analog, and special purpose field devices. It also supports communication with Remote I/O drops consisting of Series 90-70 I/O racks connected via Remote I/O scanner modules, Field control I/O station via Bus interface unit wherein up to Eight (8) additional field control modules is supported, Genius Hand-Held Monitor, and a variety of Hosts.

A Series 90-30 PLC system may be installed with up to Eight (8) Genius Bus Controllers or enhanced Genius Communications Modules. The achieve this configuration, the required firmware of the Series 90-30 PLC is Firmware 5.0 or later.

The IC693BEM331 is equipped with a variety of Status LEDs installed on the module’s front panel. These LEDs include OK and COM LED. The normal operation of the OK LED is steady on-state. This LED remains ON after power-up diagnostics are completed. The COM LED is steadily ON when the bus controller module is actively communicating and blinks for intermittent bus connection and error.

Compatible Series 90-30 PLC for use with the IC693BEM331 Bus Controller are IC693CPU311K, 321K, 331L or later and any version of the IC693CPU313, 323, 340, 341, 350, 351, 352, 360, 363, and 364. Required firmware for use is version 5.0 or later.

The GE Fanuc IC693BEM331 Bus Controller is able to handle a maximum of 128 bytes of incoming and outgoing data from the field devices on the Bus. The configuration of the GE Fanuc IC693BEM331 Bus Controller is done through an additional proprietary GE Fanuc handheld monitor. Some of the I/O device types that can send and receive data to a Series 90-30 PLC that is using the GE Fanuc IC693BEM331 Bus Controller as a communication interface include discrete I/O devices such as solenoid valves, motor starters, and limit switches or analog I/O devices such as pressure transmitters and temperature sensors. The manufacturer recommends mounting the GE Fanuc IC693BEM331 Bus Controller inside a protective enclosure in order to avoid direct contact with water, excess humidity, and extreme high and low extremes of temperatures. Any work requiring maintenance on the circuitry should be carried out only by qualified personnel, because the mishandling of the equipment or the incorrect connection of any its wiring can produce application process malfunctions, property damage, or serious injury.

Manufacturer information

GE FANUC, now part of Emerson Automation Solutions, was a leading provider of industrial automation and control systems. Known for innovative solutions, GE FANUC played a key role in advancing manufacturing, offering a range of products including PLCs, CNCs, and HMI solutions.

IQElectro 2 Year Warranty

IQElectro offers a 2-Year Warranty on all our products. This complimentary two-year warranty ensures that every purchase from IQElectro is a secure investment in the future of your company.
Warranty Terms and Conditions

IQElectro is not an authorized distributor.

IQElectro LLC (IQElectro) is NOT an Authorized Distributor or in any way affiliated with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or any other Manufacturers. IQElectro is NOT an Authorized Dealer of this product. The product may be of older version, date codes, or design than that available from authorized dealers. As IQElectro is not an authorized dealer of this product, the Original Manufacturer's Warranty and Support DO NOT apply. IQElectro sells SURPLUS only and DOES NOT SELL SOFTWARE or FIRMWARE licenses. Some hardware products may contain software and firmware and may not be legally operated without first obtaining an appropriate license from the manufacturer. IQElectro makes no representation as to whether a product will or will not have software or firmware and, if it does, whether the software or firmware is the revision level that you need for your application. IQElectro also makes no representations as to your ability or right to download or otherwise obtain software or firmware for the product from the Original Manufacturer, its distributors, or any other source. IQElectro also makes no representations as to your right to install any such software or firmware on the product. IQElectro will not obtain or supply software or firmware on your behalf. It is your obligation to comply with the terms of any End-User License Agreement or similar document related to obtaining or installing software or firmware. Customer acknowledges and agrees that IQElectro DOES NOT provide any software, firmware, operating system, or right-to-use licenses with the products it sells. Customers understand and agree that proper software (firmware) licensing, maintenance, and upgrades are subject to the applicable manufacturer's Licensing Agreement or similar document. Disclaimer Policy.