The GE Fanuc IC200BEM002, also cataloged as the IC200BEM002 Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for PROFIBUS-DP slave protocol execution within VersaMax PLC platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200BEM002 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc Emerson |
| Origin | USA / Various |
| Weight | 0.23 kg (0.50 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard VersaMax single-slot footprint |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 460 mA at 5 VDC from backplane |
| Network Protocol | PROFIBUS-DP Slave |
| Network Data Rate | 9.6 Kbaud to 12 Mbaud |
| Baud Rate Detection | Automatic |
| Network Station Capacity | 32 stations without repeaters; up to 125 with repeaters |
| Maximum I/O Capacity | 384 bytes total I/O data |
| Connector Type | 9-pin female D-sub connector |
| Network Topology | Linear bus, terminated at both physical ends |
| Transmission Media | Shielded twisted pair cable |
| Line Impedance | 135 to 165 Ohms |
| Mounting Format | DIN Rail via carrier base |
| Diagnostic Status Indicators | Power LED, Communication (COM) LED |
Configured to interface local VersaMax expansion racks directly to master controllers, the IC200BEM002 scales network performance while maintaining backplane bus communication velocity across real-time operations. The onboard processor handles cyclic I/O data exchange up to 384 bytes with zero backplane wait states, ensuring firmware flash compatibility across standard VersaMax CPU carriers without degrading deterministic loop cycle execution.
Q: What power source is required to operate the IC200BEM002 module?
A: The module operates directly off the 5 VDC backplane supply provided by the VersaMax carrier sub-assembly, drawing a maximum current of 460 mA. No external auxiliary power supply is required.
Q: How does the IC200BEM002 handle network baud rate configuration?
A: Baud rate detection is fully automatic across the entire range from 9.6 Kbaud to 12 Mbaud, matching the master node transmission speed upon network startup without hardware DIP-switch configuration.
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