{"product_id":"ge-ic660bsm021-genius-i-o-bus-switching-module","title":"GE IC660BSM021 Genius I\/O Bus Switching Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE IC660BSM021\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC660BSM021\u003c\/strong\u003e Bus Switching Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for dual-serial network path redundancy and bus switching within Genius I\/O distributed control architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe catalog identifier follows standard GE industrial part configuration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIC660\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designates the GE Genius I\/O hardware platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBSM\u003c\/strong\u003e: Specifies a Bus Switching Module designed for dual serial network routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e021\u003c\/strong\u003e: Identifies the 24\/48 VDC power variant and electrical threshold specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003eIC660BSM021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE (General Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.79 lbs (0.36 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Genius modular block footprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/48 VDC operational supply rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual serial bus connectors (connects I\/O blocks to 2 serial busses)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Genius I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks and I\/O Density\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bus switching module connects Genius I\/O blocks to two serial communication busses simultaneously, maintaining redundant signal pathways across token-passing network loops. By monitoring the integrity of active transmission channels, the module dynamically transfers communication loops in the event of a bus fault, protecting real-time control sequences. I\/O density scaling and predictable physical switching characteristics ensure minimal latency during bus transitions, preserving backplane communication velocity and deterministic update rates across decentralized automation architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What power supply voltage is required to operate the IC660BSM021 switching module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IC660BSM021 is designed for low-voltage DC applications and operates on a nominal 24 VDC or 48 VDC supply rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many serial bus lines can be interfaced through a single IC660BSM021 module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module contains dual serial bus ports designed to connect Genius I\/O modules to 2 redundant serial busses concurrently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the module chassis securely onto a grounded mounting surface or DIN rail layout according to standard Genius hardware practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect primary and secondary Genius Bus twisted-pair cables to their respective bus terminal sets, ensuring shield continuity is maintained along both network paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that 24\/48 VDC power wiring polarity and voltage limits match specifications prior to energizing the module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66832670785651,"sku":"IC660BSM021","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/IC660BSM021_Cocoai.jpg?v=1791621945","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/ge-ic660bsm021-genius-i-o-bus-switching-module","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}