Product Details
The GE IC200ERM002C, also cataloged as the IC200ERM002 Expansion Receiver Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for multi-rack I/O bus expansion and data distribution within GE VersaMax control networks.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200ERM002C |
| Brand | GE (GE Fanuc / Emerson) |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.23 kg (0.50 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard VersaMax slot footprint |
| Operating Temp | Standard industrial operating range |
| Power Consumption | 70 mA at 5 VDC / 20 mA at 3.3 VDC backplane supply |
| Architecture | Non-isolated expansion receiver |
| Expansion Capacity | Up to 7 racks (maximum 8 modules per rack) |
| Connectors | Dual 26-pin female D-shell expansion ports |
| Multi-Rack Bus Distance | Up to 15 m (50 ft) maximum cable length |
| Single-Ended Bus Distance | Up to 1 m (3.3 ft) maximum cable length |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5 Mbps / 2.765 Mbps |
| Status Indicators | 3 onboard status LED indicators |
Deterministic Network Execution & Backplane Velocity
The IC200ERM002C module extends local I/O capacity across multi-rack or single-ended configurations while maintaining backplane bus communication velocity across connected racks. Operating at data transfer rates of 2.765 Mbps or 5 Mbps, the non-isolated receiver routes control signals from upstream transmitter units through its dual 26-pin D-shell interface ports.
Integration into Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic network structures via head-end interface units ensures synchronized signal evaluation across up to 56 expansion modules. Enforced firmware flash compatibility prevents timing discrepancies across the backplane, supporting real-time I/O density scaling while drawing only 70 mA at 5 VDC or 20 mA at 3.3 VDC from the local backplane power rail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the backplane current consumption values for the IC200ERM002C module?
A: The module draws 70 mA when operating on a 5 VDC backplane bus rail and 20 mA when supplied from a 3.3 VDC backplane bus rail.
Q: What are the maximum expansion cable length limits for single-ended versus multi-rack installations?
A: Single-ended configurations permit a maximum cable length of 1 m (3.3 ft), whereas multi-rack implementations support up to 15 m (50 ft) total bus cable length.
Q: Can the IC200ERM002C module be inserted or removed while the expansion chassis power is active?
A: No. System power to the expansion rack backplane must be completely isolated prior to mounting or removing the module to avoid data line corruption and backplane hardware damage.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power Disconnection: Isolate all incoming primary and secondary 24 VDC power supplies feeding the VersaMax rack prior to physical installation.
- Module Placement: Mount the IC200ERM002C in the far-left slot position of the expansion rack carrier on the 35 mm DIN rail assembly.
- ESD Precautions: Attach a grounded wrist strap to an unpainted metal enclosure surface before handling the module to protect internal circuitry from static discharge.
- Cable Routing: Connect the 26-pin expansion cable from the upstream transmitter or preceding receiver to the upper D-shell port and secure hand-tight thumbscrews.
- Bus Termination: If the module is installed in the final rack of a multi-rack system, connect a bus terminator plug to the lower 26-pin D-shell port.
Additional Information
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