Description

Product Description

The IC693BEM341 is a high-performance FIP (Factory Instrumentation Protocol) Bus Controller designed for GE Fanuc Series 90‑30 PLCs. This single-slot module delivers deterministic, high-speed communication at 2.5 MHz between the PLC and distributed FIP network devices, including I/O blocks, drives, controllers, and remote PLCs.

Equipped with two 9‑pin FIP network ports and an RS‑485 port for firmware upgrades, the module supports operational Modes 11, 20, and 30. These modes enable redundancy management, slave-device monitoring, synchronous messaging, and Boolean time-stamping for up to 1024 values.

Front-panel LEDs provide real-time diagnostics including module status, RUN state, carrier detection (CD1/CD2), and transmission enable (TEN1/TEN2), simplifying troubleshooting and system monitoring.

Key Features

• High-speed FIP communication at 2.5 MHz

• Single-slot installation in Series 90‑30 baseplates

• Two 9-pin D-shell FIP connectors for network devices

• RS‑485 port for firmware upgrades

• Supports operational Modes 11, 20, 30 with redundancy and synchronous messaging

• Boolean value time-stamping for advanced data logging

• Compatible with Series 90‑30 CPUs (firmware 8.10+) and Series 90‑70 PLCs

• Front-panel LEDs: Module OK, RUN, CD1/CD2, TEN1/TEN2

Technical Specifications

Communication

• Protocol: Factory Instrumentation Protocol (FIP)

• Fixed Data Rate: 2.5 MHz

• Ports: Two 9-pin D FIP connectors; One RS‑485 port

• Supported Modes: 11, 20, 30 (DIP-switch configurable)

• Functions: Redundancy, slave-device monitoring, synchronous messaging, Boolean time-stamping

Electrical

• Backplane Power: Typical 800 mA @ 5 VDC; Maximum 1.2 A @ 5 VDC

• Slot Width: Single-slot

Indicators

• LEDs: Module OK, RUN, CD1, CD2, TEN1, TEN2

Mechanical

• Dimensions: 100 × 127 × 60 mm (typical)

• Weight: 0.75 lbs

• Mounting: Slot 1 of Series 90‑30 baseplate

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 0–55 °C

• Storage Temperature: –25–70 °C

• Humidity: 5%–95% non-condensing

• Vibration: 0.2-inch displacement (5–10 Hz)

• Ingress Protection: IP20

Applications

• Distributed I/O networks for PLC systems

• CNC and servo drive integration

• Redundant control system architectures

• High-speed deterministic data exchange

• Multi-controller synchronization and monitoring

FAQ

Q: Can this module support redundancy?
A: Yes, operational Modes 20 and 30 allow redundant network setups and fault-tolerant operation.

Q: What devices are compatible with IC693BEM341?
A: Compatible with Series 90‑30 CPUs (firmware 8.10+), Series 90‑70 PLCs, I/O blocks, drives, and FIP-enabled control devices.

Q: How is firmware updated?
A: Via the RS‑485 port on the module, using supported configuration tools.

Q: What is the maximum number of Boolean values supported for time-stamping?
A: Up to 1024 Boolean values can be time-stamped for logging and diagnostics.

Specifications

• Brand: General Electric

Advantages

• High reliability in industrial environments
• Supports continuous operation
• Compatible with major PLC/DCS systems