{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-cnc-ic693bem331e-series-90-30-i-o-bus-module","title":"General Electric IC693BEM331E Series 90-30 Genius Bus Interface Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe General Electric IC693BEM331E is a Genius Bus Interface module designed for the Series 90-30 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system. This module serves as a communication gateway, allowing the Series 90-30 controller to interface with the Genius I\/O bus network. It facilitates robust data exchange between the PLC backplane and remote Genius I\/O blocks, supporting complex distributed control architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for seamless integration with the GE Series 90-30 PLC backplane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Genius Bus interface capabilities for distributed I\/O management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with two diagnostic LEDs (OK and COMM OK) for real-time status monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 31 I\/O devices on the Genius bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum data throughput capacity of 128 bytes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact module design with an IP20 ingress protection rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC693BEM331E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenius Bus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V DC (sourced from backplane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;300mA at 5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax I\/O Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Data Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 bytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the PLC rack power is disconnected before installing or removing the module to prevent electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the module into the designated slot on the Series 90-30 backplane and secure it using the integrated mounting screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure proper grounding of the PLC rack to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the Genius bus cabling is routed away from high-voltage lines or sources of electrical noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the status LEDs after power-up to confirm the module is communicating correctly with the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary function of the IC693BEM331E?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis module acts as a Genius Bus Controller, enabling a Series 90-30 PLC to communicate with and control remote Genius I\/O blocks across a distributed network.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the module powered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe module draws its required 5V DC power directly from the Series 90-30 PLC backplane upon which it is mounted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the status LEDs indicate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe module features two LEDs: 'OK' indicates the module is functioning correctly, and 'COMM OK' indicates successful communication over the Genius bus network.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50926794440956,"sku":"IC693BEM331E","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_9877dc9c-fe17-4c3e-8007-b6288b30444c.jpg?v=1786075142","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-cnc-ic693bem331e-series-90-30-i-o-bus-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}