GE IC697BEM731Z Genius Bus Controller Module

 Overview

The GE IC697BEM731Z is a Genius Bus Controller module for Series 90-70 PLCs. It enables high-speed communication with Genius I/O blocks and devices using the Genius protocol. The module occupies a single slot in the IC697 PLC rack and transfers I/O data to the CPU every scan. It supports distributed control systems needing fast, reliable, and scalable industrial network communication. The IC697BEM731Z works seamlessly with Genius I/O handheld monitors and other compatible devices.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: IC697BEM731Z

• Series: GE Fanuc Series 90-70

• Function: Genius Bus Controller (GBC)

• Bus Type: Genius token-passing bus

• Communication Speed: 153.6 kbps

• Channels: 1 channel (single-slot module)

• Max Devices per Channel: Up to 30 Genius I/O blocks

• I/O Capacity: 1024 DI, 1024 DO, 64 AI, 64 AO per channel

• Scan Rate: 30 points/ms per channel

• Transmission Distance: Up to 2.3 km per segment; extendable to 7 km with repeaters

• Diagnostics: Real-time monitoring of power, fuses, and channel status

• Power Requirements: +5 VDC, approx. 1.2 A

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C

• Mounting: Rack-mounted in IC697 chassis

• Compatibility: Genius I/O handheld monitors (IC660/IC661)

• Serial Ports: 1 Handheld Monitor Port

• Current Required: 1.3 Amps