IC694BEM331 | GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i Genius Bus Controller Module

Product Description

The IC694BEM331 Genius Bus Controller from GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i series is designed to interface PACSystems RX3i CPUs with Genius I/O serial bus networks. This module provides advanced diagnostics, flexible communication options, and supports multiple device types, making it a versatile solution for distributed control systems.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer GE Fanuc

• Product Line PACSystems RX3i

• Part Number IC694BEM331

• Product Type Genius Bus Controller Module

• Interface Connects PACSystems RX3i to Genius I/O bus

• Supported Devices Genius blocks, PLCs with Genius Bus Controllers, Remote Drops, VersaMax I/O, Field Control Stations, Genius Hand-Held Monitor (HHM), multiple host systems

• Diagnostics Advanced built-in diagnostic capabilities

• Communications Supports Global Data and Datagrams

• Message Data Length Up to 128 bytes per message

• Configurable Data Rates 38.4 Kbaud, 76.8 Kbaud, 153.6 Kbaud (standard or extended)

• Bus Type Daisy-chained cable; single twisted-pair plus shield or Twinax; fiber optic cable and modems also supported

• Bus Termination 75, 100, 120, or 150 Ohm resistors required at both ends of electrical bus cable

• Maximum Bus Length

• 7800 ft at 38.4 Kbaud

• 4500 ft at 76.8 Kbaud

• 3500 ft at 153.6 Kbaud (extended)

• 2000 ft at 153.6 Kbaud (standard)

• Maximum Devices Supported 32 devices at all baud rates except 38.4 Kbaud (limited to 16 devices)

• Isolation 2000 V Hi-Pot; 1500 V transient common mode rejection

• Weight 0.37 kg

Application Scenarios

• Distributed control systems requiring Genius bus integration

• Multi-host environments with complex I/O station configurations

• Industrial automation setups needing long-distance bus communication

FAQ

Q: What devices can be connected to the Genius bus using this module?  A: Genius blocks, PLCs with Genius Bus Controllers, VersaMax I/O, Field Control Stations, Genius HHM, and multiple hosts.

Q: What is the maximum number of devices supported?  A: Up to 32 devices, except at 38.4 Kbaud where the limit is 16.

Q: What isolation protection is provided?  A: 2000 V Hi-Pot and 1500 V transient common mode rejection.