{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693bem341-series-90-30-fip-bus-controller-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC693BEM341 Series 90-30 FIP Bus Controller Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693BEM341\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC693BEM341\u003c\/strong\u003e FIP Bus Controller Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed fieldbus communications and distributed device interfacing within GE Fanuc 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\u003eIC693BEM341\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\u003e0.75 lbs (0.34 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-slot Series 90-30 module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mA typical \/ 1.2 A maximum at 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Transmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Communication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo (2) 9-pin D-shell FIP bus connectors, One (1) RS-485 port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum CPU Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-30 CPU Release 8.10 or higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot 1 of CPU baseplate (Universal backplane support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMode 30 (supports Mode 11 extension features)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime-stamping up to 1024 Booleans, MPS synchronous exchanges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED Status Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule OK, RUN, CD1, CD2, TEN1, TEN2\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 Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating at a 2.5 MHz network frequency, the IC693BEM341 maintains deterministic backplane bus communication velocity when transferring real-time I\/O tables and messaging services to the central CPU. The module features firmware flash compatibility with Series 90-30 CPU systems running Release 8.10 or greater. Configured in Mode 30, the onboard coprocessor executes complex background operations including slave I\/O device management, external configuration reception, and dual-channel redundancy tracking without degrading CPU ladder execution timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the primary CPU requirements for integrating the IC693BEM341 into a Series 90-30 rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IC693BEM341 requires a Series 90-30 CPU running Release 8.10 firmware or higher. It must be installed in Slot 1 of the main CPU baseplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is firmware updated on the IC693BEM341 module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Firmware modifications and updates are flashed directly through the module's dedicated front-panel RS-485 serial interface port using software configuration tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the backplane power supply current demand for this controller?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module draws a typical backplane current of 800 mA at 5 VDC, with a maximum rated current consumption of 1.2 A under full transmission load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that system power is completely isolated from the Series 90-30 CPU baseplate before inserting or removing the controller module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the IC693BEM341 into Slot 1 of the CPU baseplate, aligning the bottom hook with the rack rail and pushing the top tab until the module latches securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the primary and redundant FIP network cables to the two 9-pin D-shell connectors on the front panel, tightening the retaining screws to ensure stable connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround all fieldbus cable shields to a common low-impedance ground bar near the enclosure entry point to prevent high-frequency EMI from interfering with 2.5 MHz data frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply power to the rack and verify that the Module OK LED lights solid green, followed by the CD1\/CD2 carrier detection LEDs upon active connection to the FIP bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43778198700122,"sku":"IC693BEM341","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IC693BEM341.png?v=1785728539","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693bem341-series-90-30-fip-bus-controller-module","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}