Product Description

Overview

The GE Fanuc IC693PBM300 is a high-performance PROFIBUS-DP Master communication module for the Series 90‑30 PLC family. It enables deterministic, high-speed communication between the PLC CPU and PROFIBUS-DP slave devices. Moreover, its compact rack-mounted design simplifies installation and integration into industrial automation networks.

Technical Specifications

Network Role:
• PROFIBUS-DP Master
• Controls and exchanges data with up to 125 slave devices

Communication Speed:
• Supports standard PROFIBUS baud rates: 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps
• Automatic baud rate detection

Protocol Support:
• PROFIBUS-DP (IEC 61158 standard)
• Cyclic data exchange for deterministic control

Diagnostics & Monitoring:
• Built-in LED indicators for module and network status
• Fault detection and reporting to CPU
• Configuration and monitoring via GE programming software

Electrical Ratings:
• Input voltage: 24 VDC
• Typical power consumption: 5 W

Physical Specifications:
• Standard Series 90‑30 rack-mounted module
• Dimensions: 100 × 80 × 20 mm
• Weight: 0.20 kg
• Compact design for industrial environments

Environmental Ratings:
• Operating temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C
• Storage temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
• Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing

FAQ

Q1: How many PROFIBUS-DP slave devices can the IC693PBM300 support?
A: It supports up to 125 slave devices for distributed automation networks.

Q2: What communication speeds are supported?
A: Standard PROFIBUS-DP baud rates from 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps are supported.

Q3: Can the module detect faults in the network?
A: Yes, built-in diagnostics and LED indicators report module and network faults to the CPU.

Q4: What is the module’s operating temperature range?
A: The IC693PBM300 operates between –40 °C and +70 °C in industrial environments.

Q5: Is this module compatible with Series 90‑30 PLC racks?
A: Yes, it is designed as a compact rack-mounted module for the Series 90‑30 PLC system.