{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic697bem731-series-90-70-genius-bus-controller-module","title":"General Electric IC697BEM731 Genius I\/O Bus Controller Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe General Electric IC697BEM731 is a high-performance Genius Bus Controller (GBC) module designed for the Series 90-70 PLC platform. This single-slot module serves as the communication interface between the PLC CPU and the Genius I\/O network, enabling efficient data exchange and system-wide diagnostics. It supports up to 30 I\/O devices (drops) per channel and facilitates advanced features such as global data broadcasting, peer-to-peer communication, and redundant system configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 30 Genius I\/O drops per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated support for IC660\/IC661 I\/O diagnostics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables redundant CPU, block, and cable configurations for high-availability applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a dedicated Hand-Held Terminal port for local diagnostics and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports global communications and peer-to-peer information transfer between PLCs and host computers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft configuration via programming software, with settings stored in the CPU for enhanced security.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated with the IC697 PLC Alarm Processor function for automated fault time-stamping and queuing.\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\u003eIC697BEM731\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenius Bus Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 A at 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Devices per Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.4, 76.8, or 153.6 Kbaud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Cable Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000 ft (at 153.6 Kbaud) to 7500 ft (at 38.4 Kbaud)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Termination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 or 150 Ohm resistors required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x Bus Controller Channel, 1x Hand-Held Terminal Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 kg\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 is powered down before inserting or removing the IC697BEM731 module to prevent electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe module occupies a single slot in the IC697 backplane; ensure it is fully seated and the locking levers are engaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded twisted-pair cabling for the Genius bus to minimize EMI interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProper bus termination is critical: install 75 or 150 Ohm termination resistors at both physical ends of the electrical bus cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain proper cable routing away from high-voltage lines or high-EMI sources to ensure signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration must be performed via compatible programming software; the module receives its operational parameters from the CPU upon power-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the IC697BEM731?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GE Fanuc IC697BEM731 is a single-slot Genius Bus Controller module for the Series 90-70 PLC system, supporting up to 30 I\/O devices (drops) per channel, Global Data broadcasting, and redundancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the cable length supported by the IC697BEM731?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransmission distances range from 2000 feet at 153.6 Kbaud to 7500 feet at 38.4 Kbaud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a flashing COMM OK LED indicate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt suggests the bus controller is active but experiencing intermittent communication errors, often caused by loose terminal connections, poor cable shielding, or missing termination resistors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730345660668,"sku":"IC697BEM731","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_67eab7f2-ed9d-4ceb-9990-5b8ef3ed3e2e.jpg?v=1785218140","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic697bem731-series-90-70-genius-bus-controller-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}