IC697BEM713J GE Fanuc Series 90-70 Bus Transmitter Module
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC697BEM713J
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Bus Expansion Modules
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC697BEM713J Series 90-70 Bus Transmitter Module
The GE Fanuc IC697BEM713J, also cataloged as the IC697BEM713 Bus Transmitter Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for extending backplane signal traffic from the primary CPU rack to distant expansion chassis within GE Fanuc Series 90-70 system architectures.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC697BEM713J (Base Model: IC697BEM713) |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 400 g (0.88 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard IC697 Single-Slot Form Factor |
| Operating Temp | -40 deg C to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Approx 1.0 A at +5 VDC (5 W max from backplane) |
| System Platform | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC |
| Expansion Capacity | Up to 7 expansion racks via IC697BEM711 Receiver Modules |
| Data Transfer Rate | 500 KB/sec (Deterministic, Synchronous) |
| Communication Interface | Parallel Programmer Port (Max cable length 15 m / 50 ft) |
| Bus Protocol | VMEbus-compatible expansion interface / Modbus TCP/IP |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC / Backplane VMEbus power |
| Diagnostics | 3 Status LEDs (Module OK, Programmer Port, Expansion Port) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Compliance | UL, CE, CSA, RoHS, IEC 68-2-6 / IEC 68-2-27 |
Deterministic Backplane Expansion & Firmware Compatibility
Engineers integrate the GE Fanuc IC697BEM713J into the main CPU rack to route high-speed parallel bus communications across multi-rack arrays while maintaining full backplane bus communication velocity. The module coordinates parallel programmer port execution and downstream expansion processing without hardware DIP switch configuration, managing firmware flash compatibility across connected racks. By maintaining high-density signal distribution and bus clock synchronization, the card ensures deterministic cycle execution over extended chassis connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What expansion hardware must be installed on the receiving end of the bus expansion cable?
A: Technicians must install an IC697BEM711 Bus Receiver Module in each remote rack to terminate the expansion bus and translate parallel signal lines back to the local backplane.
Q: How does the module indicate active programmer port communication?
A: The front panel includes a dedicated status LED that illuminates green when the high-speed parallel programmer interface maintains an active electrical link with the programming device.
Field Installation Guidelines
When installing the module into a Series 90-70 rack slot, technicians must power down the backplane to prevent electrical damage during insertion. The programmer parallel cable must not exceed a maximum length of 15 m (50 ft) to prevent signal degradation and timing skew across the interface lines. All inter-rack expansion cables require continuous metal shield braid continuity fastened directly to the enclosure frame ground to minimize electromagnetic noise interference.