IC697BEM731 Bus Controller Module

Overview

Place of Origin:	USA
Brand Name:	GE
Model Number:	IC697BEM731
Packaging Details:	Original new Factory Sealed
Delivery Time:	5-7 days
Payment Terms:	T/T
Supply Ability:	In stock

Specifications

Description

The IC697BEM731 is GE-Series 90-70 Bus Controller Module. This module is mainly used to interface with other modules and performs I/O scanning and data transfer to the CPU, initiate communication with the CPU, alarm reporting and link other devices such as the PCIM.

Applications

Power Control Plant: Used in substation automation systems to coordinate high-speed bus data exchange between protection devices in various areas and the main control room.

Automotive Painting Plant: Deployed on large-scale painting production lines to achieve distributed communication and collaborative operation between multi-axis robots and conveyor systems.

Metallurgical Rolling Mill: Connects remote sensor nodes in complex electromagnetic environments to ensure real-time transmission of strip thickness and speed data.

Oil Refinery: As a key node in a distributed control system (DCS), it manages long-distance distributed valve and transmitter signal links.

Water Conservancy Project: Facilitates automated group control of large pumping stations, enabling centralized monitoring and command distribution of distributed pump sets through a bus network.

Features

Thirty Drops per channel

IC66* (IC660 or IC661) I/O Diagnostics

Redundant blocks, cables and CPUs supported

Global Communications

Hand Held Monitor Port

IC66* LAN Communications

Soft configuration by CPU

Operation augmented by IC697 PLC Alarm Processor function

Installation

Installation should not be attempted without referring to the applicable PLC Installation Manual.

Make sure rack power is off.

Install in rack.

Turn on power.

The module should power up and blink the top LED for about 5 seconds. When the diagnostics have completed successfully the top LED stays. The middle LED is turned ON when a valid configuration for the module has been received from the CPU, and the IC66* I/O bus operation has been verified. The bottom LED is OFF under all conditions.

Removing the Module

Grasp the Board Firmly: Hold the module firmly at the top and bottom of the board cover. Use your thumbs to press on the front of the cover and your fingers on the plastic clips at the back.

Disengage Rack Clips: Squeeze the rack clips to disengage them from the rail. This action will loosen the board and allow you to remove it from the backplane connector.

Slide and Remove: Slide the board along the card guide and remove it completely from the rack, ensuring no damage to the connectors or the module itself.

FAQ

Q: What is IC697BEM731?
A: It is a Bus Controller Module developed by GE.

Q: How many I/O channels does the IC697BEM731 module have?
A: The module has one I/O channel.

Q: How is the IC697BEM731 module installed in the PLC system?
A: The module is installed in a single slot on the PLC rack. Ensure the power is OFF before installation to prevent damage or injury.

Q: What software is required to configure the IC697BEM731 module?
A: The module can be configured using Windows-based configuration software.

Q: Does the IC697BEM731 module support configuration using Hand-Held Monitor (HHM)?
A: Yes. It has one Hand-Held Monitor (HHM) port.

Q: What is the maximum cable length supported by the IC697BEM731 bus controller?
A: Bus cable length varies depending on the data rate. Supported cable lengths are 2000 ft at 153.6 Kbaud (standard), 3500 ft at 153.6 Kbaud (extended), 4500 ft at 76.8 Kbaud, and 7500 ft at 38.4 Kbaud.