GE Fanuc IC694BEM331A | Genius Bus Interface Module for I/O

Product Overview
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation
Model Number: IC694BEM331A
Series: PACSystems RX3i
Product Type: Genius Bus Interface Module
Application: Provides network connectivity between RX3i PLCs and Genius I/O blocks, HMIs, and other PLCs in distributed automation systems.

Technical Specifications
Functionality:

• Interfaces RX3i PACSystems with the Genius Serial I/O bus.

• Supports communication with Genius blocks, PLCs using Genius Bus Controllers, Remote I/O drops, VersaMax, and field I/O devices.

• Capable of exchanging up to 128 bytes of data per Genius device.

• Receives 128 bytes of global data from the Genius bus.

Module Capacity:

• Up to 8 Genius Bus Interface modules can be installed in a single RX3i system.

• Each module occupies one slot in the RX3i rack.

Communication:

• Genius bus speed: 153.6 Kbps

• Supports redundant bus configurations for reliability.

• Provides diagnostic information for connected devices.

Physical Specifications:

• Weight: 1.55 kg

• Compact design for RX3i racks.

Environmental Ratings:

• Operating temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C

• Storage temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C

• Humidity: 5–95% non‑condensing

Certifications:

• CE compliant

• UL and CSA approvals for industrial use

FAQ

1. What is the Genius Bus Interface Module used for?
The Genius Bus Interface Module connects RX3i PLCs with Genius I/O devices, facilitating communication and data exchange in distributed control systems.

2. How many modules can be installed in a single RX3i system?
Up to 8 Genius Bus Interface modules can be installed in a single RX3i system, providing scalability for large applications.

3. What devices are compatible with the IC694BEM331A?
This module is compatible with Genius I/O blocks, HMIs, PLCs with Genius Bus Controllers, Remote I/O drops, and VersaMax I/O devices.

4. Can this module support redundant configurations?
Yes, the module supports redundant bus configurations for enhanced reliability in critical applications.

5. What diagnostic features are available with the Genius Bus Interface Module?
The module provides diagnostic signals for connected devices, ensuring fault detection and real-time monitoring for maintenance and troubleshooting.