{"product_id":"ic695niu001-ge-fanuc-ethernet-network-interface-unit","title":"IC695NIU001 GE Fanuc Ethernet Network Interface Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC695NIU001\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the intelligent controller for the PACSystems RX3i Ethernet Network Interface Unit (NIU) station. It allows a central RX3i CPU to manage distributed I\/O racks over an Ethernet network, bridging modern PAC architectures with legacy Series 90-30 I\/O modules. This remote node facilitates high-speed data exchange and decentralized control without needing a full CPU in every rack. We guarantee this unit is 100% brand new, ensuring optimal network stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnboard Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 MB Integrated Flash; 20 KB Local Logic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOM1 and COM2 (RS-232 and RS-485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocols Supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus RTU (Master\/Slave), SNP, Serial I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Current Draw\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 Amps @ 3.3 VDC; 1.0 Amps @ 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClock Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery-backed real-time clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCI 2.2 Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.45 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed I\/O Scalability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe IC695NIU001 allows I\/O racks to be placed closer to field devices, reducing long-distance wiring costs and simplifying programming. Remote I\/O is treated as local data points within the main RX3i CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy Hardware Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnables migration from older systems by allowing RX3i controllers to communicate directly with Series 90-30 I\/O modules, preserving your existing hardware investment while upgrading core processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalized Logic Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 20KB of optional local logic, the NIU can handle basic control tasks independently of the main CPU, ensuring safe-state conditions even if the network connection is lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Serial Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDual COM ports support protocols like Modbus RTU, enabling the NIU to serve as a gateway for serial devices, such as power meters or barcode scanners, transmitting data back to the main controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Battery Backup Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupports various battery types (including the IC695ACC302 Lithium Smart Battery) to preserve the internal clock and volatile data during power loss or maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat components are required for a complete NIU station?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC695NIU001\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodule, an RX3i universal backplane, a compatible power supply, and at least one RX3i Ethernet module (e.g., IC695ETM001).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich software version do I need to configure this module?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Edition Logic Developer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esoftware, version 5.51 or later, to map remote I\/O points to the main CPU’s memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the IC695NIU001 firmware be updated?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the firmware can be upgraded via the RX3i system, enabling deployment of security patches and protocol enhancements without hardware replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between the IC695NTK001 and NTK002 kits?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pre-configured bundles that simplify ordering. 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