GE Fanuc IC697BEM742 Fieldbus Interface Module
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Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | IC697BEM742 FIP Bus Controller Module |
| Manufacturer | Emerson Electric Co. (formerly GE Fanuc Automation) |
| Product Type | Fieldbus Interface Module |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 |
| Function | FIP / WorldFIP fieldbus communication controller for distributed I/O systems |
| Communication Protocol | FIP (Factory Instrumentation Protocol) / WorldFIP (EN50170) |
| Fieldbus Speed | 1.0 Mbit/s |
| Channels | 2 independent FIP bus channels (redundancy capable) |
| Device Capacity | Up to ~128 field devices (system dependent) |
| System Role | Master bus controller for FIP distributed I/O network |
| Backplane Interface | Series 90-70 VME-based PLC rack backplane |
| Slot Requirement | 1 slot |
| Memory | ~2 MB RAM + ~2 MB Flash (for configuration & diagnostics storage) |
| Communication Ports | FIP fieldbus ports + RS-485 diagnostic/maintenance port |
| Diagnostics | Stores fault messages, bus diagnostics, device error reporting |
| Configuration Method | Software-based (GE/Windows legacy configuration tools) |
| Firmware Update | Supported via serial maintenance interface |
| Redundancy Support | Supported (dual-channel redundancy architecture) |
| Power Consumption | ~1.3 A @ 5 VDC backplane power |
| Status Indicators | LED status for RUN, BUS, FAULT, MODULE OK |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Weight | ~0.4–0.66 kg |
| Dimensions | Approx. 300 mm × 230 mm × 50 mm (single-slot Series 90-70 module form factor) |
FAQ
Q1: What is IC697BEM742 used for?
A: It is a FIP Bus Controller module used in GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC systems to connect the CPU to distributed field devices over the FIP/WorldFIP industrial fieldbus network.
Q2: What is the main function of this module?
A: It manages cyclic data exchange between PLC and remote I/O devices, while also handling diagnostics and fault reporting.
Q3: What protocol does it use?
A: It uses the FIP (Factory Instrumentation Protocol) and WorldFIP standard (EN50170).
Q4: How many channels does it have?
A: It has 2 FIP bus channels with support for redundancy.
Q5: What is the communication speed?
A: The fieldbus operates at 1.0 Mbit/s.
Q6: What is the difference between IC697BEM741 and IC697BEM742?
A: IC697BEM742 is an enhanced version with dual-channel redundancy support and expanded memory for diagnostics and configuration storage.
Q7: Where is it installed?
A: It is installed in a single slot of a Series 90-70 PLC rack.
Q8: Is IC697BEM742 still used in modern systems?
A: No, it is mainly used in legacy GE Fanuc Series 90-70 installations and older industrial fieldbus networks.
GE Fanuc IC697BEM742 Fieldbus Interface Module is in stock. Please contact us for a quick quote and competitive pricing.
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