{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic697bem731u-genius-bus-controller-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC697BEM731U Genius Bus Controller Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC697BEM731U\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC697BEM731\u003c\/strong\u003e Bus Controller Module (BCM), operates as a dedicated hardware component for central communication management and deterministic data exchange within Series 90-70 automation platform networks. It provides single-channel physical and electrical interfacing to route control signals across a dedicated Genius Bus segment. The module executes high-speed data transfers between host central processing units and distributed Genius I\/O blocks or field devices without adding processing overhead to the main CPU.\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\u003eIC697BEM731U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson Automation Solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA \/ Assembled in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard single-slot Series 90-70 module footprint\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\u003eStandard backplane power load (+5 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-70 PLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Channel Genius Bus Controller Module (BCM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 dedicated Genius Bus segment channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc Genius Bus protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Expansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-BCM modular expansion supported\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; Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC697BEM731U\u003c\/strong\u003e Genius Bus Controller utilizes high-speed backplane integration to optimize backplane bus communication velocity across Series 90-70 rack backplanes. Embedded hardware control logic manages frame sequencing and token passing over the single Genius Bus segment, maintaining deterministic data delivery during high-density I\/O polling sweeps. The architecture supports firmware flash compatibility across Series 90-70 CPUs, enabling seamless integration with existing logic programs and allowing multiple BCM cards to run in parallel across the rack to expand total network capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can multiple IC697BEM731U modules be installed in the same Series 90-70 CPU rack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Additional Bus Controller Modules (BCMs) can be integrated across available rack slots to establish multiple independent Genius Bus network segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many independent Genius Bus channels are managed per IC697BEM731U module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each IC697BEM731U card features a single communication channel designed to manage network data exchange for one dedicated Genius Bus segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is hot-swapping supported when replacing an IC697BEM731U module in a Series 90-70 backplane?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Power to the Series 90-70 chassis must be de-energized prior to removing or inserting the module to prevent electrical transients on the backplane bus or memory disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis De-Energization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Turn off input power supplying the Series 90-70 rack assembly before attempting module installation or removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Insertion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the IC697BEM731U circuit board with the top and bottom plastic slot guides of the target rack slot. Slide the module inward until the rear 48-pin connector seats firmly into the backplane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Fastening\u003c\/strong\u003e: Engage top and bottom module retaining latches, then tighten securing screws to 0.8 Nm (7 in-lb) torque to maintain chassis grounding integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenius Bus Cabling \u0026amp; Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wire the Genius Bus shielded twisted-pair cable to the designated removable terminal connector. Ensure proper daisy-chain topology and install 75-ohm or 120-ohm terminating resistors at both physical ends of the Genius Bus trunk line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield Grounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Connect the signal cable shield braid directly to the local frame ground terminal stud using a short, low-impedance grounding strap to prevent electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eerred across the 64-pin DIN 41612 backplane interface to host controllers, drawing 320 mA from the 5 VDC logic bus.\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\u003eIC697MDL250F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e275 x 190 x 22 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Industrial Limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e320 mA at 5 VDC logic supply; 35 mA idle \/ 259 mA full load at 24 VDC field supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 sinking channels (2 isolation groups of 16 channels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Field Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC (10 to 30 VDC input range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 mA per channel at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic High Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 15 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic Low Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ms typical turn-on \/ turn-off delay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelectable Input Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ms or 10 ms (configurable via onboard DIP switch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 V RMS (group-to-logic isolation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReverse Polarity Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (continuous)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 green channel LEDs, 1 green power LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnboard Filtering \/ Energy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 x 47 uF capacitors (0.04 Joules total stored energy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard Component Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e198 total components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64-pin DIN 41612 backplane connector, 48-pin front field connector\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; Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC697MDL250F maintains backplane bus communication velocity by performing onboard signal debounce and configurable input filtering (1 ms or 10 ms via hardware DIP switches) prior to driving logic state data across the backplane bus. The 64-pin DIN 41612 connector provides high-integrity backplane bus signaling, while onboard power decoupling via four 47 uF electrolytic capacitors buffers internal voltage rails against field-induced power noise. Dedicated channel optocouplers deliver 1,500 V RMS isolation between external field wiring and internal bus logic tracks, ensuring firmware flash compatibility and logic execution stability across all Series 90-70 racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the logic threshold levels and field power requirements for signal detection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The input channels require a 24 VDC field supply (drawing 35 mA at idle and up to 259 mA with all 32 channels active at 7 mA per point). Logic high is detected at voltages above 15 VDC, while logic low is triggered below 5 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is input channel filtering adjusted on the module circuit board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Signal delay times can be set to either 1 ms or 10 ms using onboard hardware DIP switches located directly on the module card assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower off the target Series 90-70 rack chassis before inserting or extracting the input card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign card edges with the designated rack slot guides and slide the module back until the 64-pin DIN 41612 backplane connector fully seats into the chassis receptacle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasten top and bottom panel retention screws to maintain chassis ground grounding and lock the module against mechanical vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire 24 VDC external field power and sinking input points to the 48-pin front field connector block, maintaining separation from high-voltage AC cables inside wiring troughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm correct field power supply polarity before energizing the 24 VDC loop circuit; internal continuous reverse polarity protection shields module hardware in the event of miswiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45434637713523,"sku":"IC697BEM731U","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/IC697BEM731U_1200x1200_9ebe2032-5270-4307-b08b-e7b9396402ea.jpg?v=1788314176","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic697bem731u-genius-bus-controller-module","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}