{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693niu004-fd-ic693niu004-series-90-30-ethernet-niu-modules","title":"GE Fanuc IC693NIU004-FD IC693NIU004 Series 90-30 Ethernet NIU Modules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC693NIU004-FD Series 90-30 Ethernet Network Interface Unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for distributed I\/O data exchange and remote rack integration in Series 90-30 PLC systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693NIU004-FD\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eIC693NIU004\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethernet Network Interface Unit) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. Operating without requiring a local CPU in target baseplates, the unit executes real-time data bridging over dual 10\/100 Base-T\/TX Ethernet ports using Ethernet Global Data (EGD) and SRTP protocols.\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\u003eIC693NIU004-FD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Industrial Production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.68 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 form factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDerived from Series 90-30 power supply backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete I\/O Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2048 Inputs (%I), 2048 Outputs (%Q)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog I\/O Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1268 Inputs (%AI), 512 Outputs (%AQ)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual 10\/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports with integrated switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEGD, SRTP Server, SNP\/SNPX (via power supply RS-485 port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Expansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports up to 8 baseplates (1 CPU + 7 remote)\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 \u0026amp; Ethernet Determinism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC693NIU004-FD interface transfers discrete and analog field variables directly across the local backplane bus to remote master controllers. Utilizing Ethernet Global Data (EGD) protocol mechanisms, the unit publishes and subscribes to real-time memory blocks, maintaining backplane bus communication velocity across deterministic networks. Integrated firmware flash compatibility (Firmware Version 4 or newer) ensures synchronized frame timing across linear, star, and ring network topologies without introducing buffer latencies into active I\/O scan cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the IC693NIU004-FD operate in a remote Series 90-30 expansion rack without a local CPU installed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the unit functions as a CPU-less remote drop manager, controlling up to 2048 discrete and 1268 analog I\/O points over EGD while routing data directly to a master controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What power supply port protocols remain active when using the module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The serial power supply port continues to support standard SNP and SNPX slave protocols for local programming terminal connections alongside active Ethernet communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDe-energize the Series 90-30 rack power supply prior to inserting or removing the single-slot module from the baseplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect Category 5e or higher shielded Ethernet cabling with RJ-45 connectors, keeping total copper run lengths below 100 meters per segment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp cable shielding directly to the cabinet enclosure functional earth ground bar to divert industrial electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain unimpeded vertical convection airflow around top and bottom baseplate ventilation slots to keep operating temperatures within the 0 to 60 deg C range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44553351233635,"sku":"IC693NIU004-FD","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/120_3ad0531a-b877-4204-8568-9a2a6e42e65f.jpg?v=1788513654","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693niu004-fd-ic693niu004-series-90-30-ethernet-niu-modules","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}