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Product Name: Bus Expansion Module
Brand Name: GE
Model Number: IC697BEM731
Place of Origin: USA
Warranty: 12 Months
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| Product Name | GE IC697BEM731 Bus Expansion Module |
| Manufacturer | GE |
| Product Type | Bus Expansion Module |
| Part Number | IC697BEM731 |
| Weight | 0.5kg |
| Estimated shipping dimensions | 4x21.8x29.2cm |
| Place of shipment | Xiamen, China |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Operating Voltage | 5.0 Volt DC |
| Backplane Current | 1.3 Amps |
| Built-in ports | One (1) Bus Controller channel; One (1) Hand-Held Terminal port |
| Data Rates | 153.5Kbaud standard /extended, 76.8Kbaud, or 38.4Kbaud |
| Bus Cable | Belden 9182 type cable |
| Cable Distance | 2000 - 7500 ft depending on the configured data rate |
| Bus Termination | 75, 150 Ohm resistor at both ends of electrical bus cable |
| Maximum Number of Devices | 30 devices / channel |
| Module Width | Single Slot |
| Connectors | 3PL and 1PL Ports |
| LED Indicators | 3 LED Indicators |
The GE IC697BEM731 is a Genius Bus Controller module designed for the Series 90-70 and IC66 PLC systems, serving as a critical communication interface between distributed I/O devices and the PLC CPU. Installed as a single-slot module within an IC697 rack, it manages Genius Bus network communications, enabling reliable data exchange, asynchronous I/O scanning, and coordinated operation of multiple field devices across industrial automation systems.
Engineered for distributed control applications, the IC697BEM731 supports up to 30 devices per channel and offers configurable communication speeds of 153.6 Kbaud, 76.8 Kbaud, or 38.4 Kbaud to accommodate various network layouts and cable distances. With integrated diagnostic capabilities, support for peer-to-peer communications, and compatibility with Genius I/O architecture, the module provides a dependable foundation for large-scale industrial control networks. Enhanced revisions such as the IC697BEM731F, IC697BEM731U, and IC697BEM731V further improve environmental resilience and long-term operational reliability while maintaining full functional compatibility.
The IC697BEM731 functions as the central communication controller for the Genius I/O network, coordinating data transfer between IC66 I/O blocks and the PLC CPU. It performs asynchronous scanning of connected field devices, collecting process information and transmitting it to the controller during each scan cycle. This continuous exchange of real-time data ensures accurate monitoring and control of distributed automation systems.
In addition to I/O communication, the module supports global data exchange, datagram messaging, and peer-to-peer communications between PLCs, PCIMs, and other Genius-compatible devices. It also manages network diagnostics and fault reporting, forwarding detected errors to the PLC Alarm Processor for event logging, timestamping, and system monitoring. These capabilities enhance system visibility, simplify troubleshooting, and contribute to the reliable operation of complex industrial networks.
The IC697BEM731 is specifically designed for integration with GE Fanuc automation platforms and is compatible with:
Its robust communication capabilities, distributed I/O support, and proven Genius Bus integration make the IC697BEM731 an essential networking component for industrial automation and process control applications.
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