{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693bem321-series-90-30-i-o-link-master-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC693BEM321 Series 90-30 I\/O Link Master Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693BEM321\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC693BEM321\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O Link Master Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for serial data coordination and slave node management within Series 90-30 PLC platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC693BEM321\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc Emerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.26 kg (0.56 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard single-slot width module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustry standard for Series 90-30 communication modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlave Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum 16 slave devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1024 discrete inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1024 discrete outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Units per CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 master modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-pin Honda-type socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Signal Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-422 and RS-485 signal levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks and I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module handles distributed field data exchange across dedicated serial sub-networks, preventing configuration blockages on the backplane and securing stable backplane bus communication velocity. During extreme I\/O density scaling reaching up to 1024 discrete input and output points, the processing architecture offloads raw transmission cycles from the host CPU. This interface preserves system configuration parameters and maintains total framework compliance when interfacing with modern Profinet \/ EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks via upstream gateways, guaranteeing firmware flash compatibility remains intact across legacy architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum aggregate discrete I\/O count possible using multiple IC693BEM321 modules under one CPU?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Since a single CPU accommodates a maximum of 6 master modules, and each module handles a fixed matrix of 1024 discrete inputs and 1024 discrete outputs, the total system capability can be scaled up to 6144 discrete inputs and 6144 discrete outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is manual jumper configuration required on the circuit board to switch between RS-422 and RS-485 signaling?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The physical layer adjustments are executed dynamically through the internal circuitry and the specific pinout wiring scheme implemented at the 20-pin Honda-type socket connection point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate all incoming electrical supply lines to the Series 90-30 baseplate prior to performing module installation or extraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the module into the selected chassis slot, confirming that the backplane connector locks flush against the host bus receptables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the 20-pin Honda-type interface cable plug onto the front mating socket using the module retaining screws to prevent intermittent connection drops under mechanical strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the RS-422\/RS-485 communication line separate from high-voltage variable frequency drive cables to mitigate electrical noise across the data lanes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43627095359578,"sku":"IC693BEM321","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IC693BEM321.png?v=1783653915","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693bem321-series-90-30-i-o-link-master-module","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}