{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693bem340-series-90-30-fip-bus-controller","title":"GE Fanuc IC693BEM340 Series 90-30 FIP Bus Controller","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for deterministic fieldbus communication in Series 90-30 PLC platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693BEM340\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eIC693BEM340\u003c\/strong\u003e FIP Bus Controller Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\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\u003eIC693BEM340\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\u003e0.63 lbs (0.28 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Series 90-30 single-slot module profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard industrial range (Temperature Code: T4A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered via backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-pin RS-485 connector, two 9-pin FIP bus connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports redundant bus configurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical rack mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Diagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated front-panel LED indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC693BEM340 executes real-time cyclical network exchanges across FIP fieldbus networks, offloading protocol processing directly from the host CPU. By maximizing backplane bus communication velocity within the Series 90-30 rack chassis, the controller processes deterministically scaled dual-bus data streams without introducing backplane latency. Standardized firmware flash compatibility allows field update execution to match existing CPU operating parameter tables, while dual 9-pin connections enable physical media redundancy to prevent communication failure during single-cable disruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the IC693BEM340 controller powered within the system rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IC693BEM340 draws its required operating power directly from the backplane bus of the host Series 90-30 rack, eliminating the need for an external power supply wiring harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the IC693BEM340 support redundant network wiring?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module features two 9-pin FIP connectors that support dual-cable redundant bus topologies for continuous system availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What physical interfaces are provided for external communication connections?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module is equipped with a 15-pin RS-485 interface along with two 9-pin FIP connectors for network bus drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower down the host Series 90-30 PLC rack supply prior to installing or removing the IC693BEM340 controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the module housing vertically with the selected backplane slot guide rails and push firmly until the backplane connector locks in position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasten the module retainers to secure the physical assembly against industrial vibration forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate RS-485 and FIP fieldbus cables using properly shielded connectors, routing signal lines away from high-voltage motor lead lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect cable shield drains to the local station functional earth bus at designated points to mitigate high-frequency ground loop currents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43778252767322,"sku":"IC693BEM340","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IC693BEM340.png?v=1785737359","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693bem340-series-90-30-fip-bus-controller","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}