• General Electric IC200GBI001
  • General Electric IC200GBI001
  • General Electric IC200GBI001
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General Electric IC200GBI001 VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit

General Electric IC200GBI001 VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit

Description

The General Electric IC200GBI001 is a Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) designed for the VersaMax Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) product family. This module serves as a Genius slave device, enabling...

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SKU: IC200GBI001
Vendor: General Electric
Category: Network Interface Module
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Description

The General Electric IC200GBI001 is a Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) designed for the VersaMax Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) product family. This module serves as a Genius slave device, enabling the integration of VersaMax I/O modules into a distributed I/O architecture. It facilitates communication between the Genius bus and the local I/O rack, supporting high-speed data exchange for industrial automation applications.

Features

  • Supports Genius network communication at 38.4, 76.8, and 153.6 Kbaud (standard) and 153.6 Kbaud (extended).
  • Manages up to 8 I/O modules per rack and up to 8 expansion racks, for a total capacity of 64 I/O modules.
  • Provides 1024 points of discrete input and 1024 points of discrete output memory.
  • Supports 128 bytes of analog input and 128 bytes of analog output memory.
  • Equipped with dual Genius bus terminals for primary and redundant network connections.
  • Compatible with Series 90-70, PACSystem RX7i, and PACSystem RX3i controller platforms.

Applications

  • Energy Management Systems: Monitoring and optimization of power consumption.
  • Chemical Industry: High-precision process control and monitoring.
  • Numerical Control Machinery (CNC): High-performance control for machine tools.
  • Rail Transportation: Auxiliary automation control for transit systems.

Technical Specifications

Model IC200GBI001
Manufacturer General Electric
Network Inputs/Bus Scan 128 bytes
Discrete I/O Memory 1024 points (In/Out)
Analog I/O Memory 128 bytes (In/Out)
Power Consumption 250 mA @ 5VDC; 10 mA @ 3.3VDC
Bus Addressing Rotary switches (0-31)

Installation Guidelines

  • Power Down: Always remove power from the system before inserting or removing the module to prevent electrical damage.
  • Mounting: Ensure the module is properly seated in the VersaMax carrier. Use the provided connector cover on the last carrier in the rack to protect pins from ESD and physical damage.
  • Wiring: The module features dual terminals for daisy-chain topology. Install a terminating resistor (75, 100, 120, or 150-ohm) at both ends of the communication cable across terminals Serial 1 and 2.
  • Shielding: To minimize electrical noise, insulate shield drain wires with tubing to prevent shorting between Shield In, Shield Out, or signal wires.

FAQs

What is the IC200GBI001?

The GE IC200GBI001 is a Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) for the VersaMax PLC system, acting as a gateway for distributed I/O.

What are the power requirements?

The unit requires 5VDC at 250mA and 3.3VDC at 10mA.

How is the module addressed?

The module uses two rotary switches located on the unit to set the Serial Bus Address (SBA) from 0 to 31.

How many modules and racks are supported?

It supports up to 8 I/O modules per rack and up to 8 expansion racks, allowing for a maximum of 64 I/O modules.