IC693BEM340 GE Fanuc Series 90-30 Datasheet & Technical Manual

GE Fanuc IC693BEM340 Series 90-30 FIP Bus Controller

GE Fanuc IC693BEM340 Series 90-30 FIP Bus Controller

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Configured for deterministic fieldbus communication in Series 90-30 PLC platforms, the GE Fanuc IC693BEM340 (IC693BEM340 FIP Bus Controller Module) provides...

SKU: IC693BEM340

Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
Product No.: IC693BEM340
Product Type: Communication Modules
Product Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 280g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Configured for deterministic fieldbus communication in Series 90-30 PLC platforms, the GE Fanuc IC693BEM340 (IC693BEM340 FIP Bus Controller Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	IC693BEM340
Brand	GE Fanuc Emerson
Origin	United States
Weight	0.63 lbs (0.28 kg)
Dimensions	Standard Series 90-30 single-slot module profile
Operating Temp	Standard industrial range (Temperature Code: T4A)
Power Consumption	Powered via backplane bus
Network Interface	15-pin RS-485 connector, two 9-pin FIP bus connectors
Bus Architecture	Supports redundant bus configurations
Mounting Orientation	Vertical rack mount
Status Diagnostics	Integrated front-panel LED indicators

Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility

The 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is the IC693BEM340 controller powered within the system rack?

A: 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.

Q: Does the IC693BEM340 support redundant network wiring?

A: Yes. The module features two 9-pin FIP connectors that support dual-cable redundant bus topologies for continuous system availability.

Q: What physical interfaces are provided for external communication connections?

A: The module is equipped with a 15-pin RS-485 interface along with two 9-pin FIP connectors for network bus drops.

Field Installation Guidelines

Power down the host Series 90-30 PLC rack supply prior to installing or removing the IC693BEM340 controller.
Align the module housing vertically with the selected backplane slot guide rails and push firmly until the backplane connector locks in position.
Fasten the module retainers to secure the physical assembly against industrial vibration forces.
Terminate RS-485 and FIP fieldbus cables using properly shielded connectors, routing signal lines away from high-voltage motor lead lines.
Connect cable shield drains to the local station functional earth bus at designated points to mitigate high-frequency ground loop currents.

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