{"product_id":"ic697bem711-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-bus-expansion-module","title":"General Electric IC697BEM711 Series 90-70 Bus Expansion Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe General Electric IC697BEM711 is a high-speed parallel Bus Expansion Module (BEM) designed for the Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system. This module facilitates the expansion of the PLC system by allowing the connection of up to seven additional expansion racks from the main CPU rack, enabling complex distributed automation across large-scale industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed parallel bus expansion interface with a 500 Kbytes\/sec effective data rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports daisy-chaining up to seven expansion racks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes \"Hold Last State\" functionality to maintain output values during communication loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical isolation between logic and field circuits for enhanced protection against electrical noise and surges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree integrated LED indicators for monitoring module status, bus activity, and I\/O bus terminator presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware-configurable design eliminates the need for manual DIP switch settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive Manufacturing: Coordinated control of high-density I\/O points in assembly and paint lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess Industries: Distributed control for oil, gas, chemical, and pulp\/paper processing facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater and Wastewater: Management of expansive municipal filtration and treatment networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Volume Manufacturing: Rapid machine control for bottling and machining operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC697BEM711\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\u003e90-70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mA at 5VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Cable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 feet (15 meters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo (2) 25-pin D-shell connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-70 CPU baseplate (Slot 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.42 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 system is powered down before inserting or removing the module from the rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bus Receiver Module must always be installed in slot 1 of the expansion rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded cables for bus connections to minimize EMI interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe total daisy-chain cable length across all racks must not exceed 50 feet (15 meters).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn I\/O Bus Terminator Plug (IC697ACC702) is required at the end of the final expansion rack to ensure proper bus termination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with standard ESD precautions to protect sensitive internal electronics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the IC697BEM711?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IC697BEM711 is a Bus Receiver Module (BRM) designed by GE Fanuc for the Series 90-70 PLC system to extend the I\/O bus capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum expansion distance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe total, combined cable length for the expansion daisy chain cannot exceed 50 feet (15 meters).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the data transmission speed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe module supports a 500 Kbytes\/sec transfer rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the LED indicators signify?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe three LEDs provide status indication for the module health, rack activity status, and the presence of the required I\/O bus terminator plug.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50965568848124,"sku":"IC697BEM711","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_e4eaf863-6706-4e18-8f48-3d71dfd2581c.jpg?v=1786413425","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/ic697bem711-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-bus-expansion-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}