{"product_id":"ic697bem731p-ge-fanuc-genius-bus-controller","title":"IC697BEM731P GE Fanuc Genius Bus Controller","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC697BEM731P is a high-capacity Genius Bus Controller (GBC) for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC platform. It manages communication between the CPU and Genius I\/O networks, supporting IC660 and IC661 I\/O blocks. The module coordinates distributed I\/O data exchange across the Genius bus, forming a reliable backbone for decentralized control systems. Supplied as 100% brand new and original equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenius Bus Controller (GBC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc Series 90-70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 30 drops per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScanning Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsynchronous I\/O scanning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenius Handheld Monitor (HHM) compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMS-DOS \/ Windows software configurable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated I\/O diagnostics \u0026amp; alarm processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V DC (backplane powered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-slot\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\u003eOptimized I\/O Throughput:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsynchronous scanning reduces CPU load and improves system responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Availability Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnables redundant CPU, cable, and block configurations for critical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Alarm Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDetects and reports field faults instantly for safety actions and diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Control Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports global data exchange across Genius network nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Field Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWorks with Genius Handheld Monitor for detailed system troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it support the “P” revision improvements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the IC697BEM731P includes updated hardware\/firmware enhancements for improved stability and compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum network distance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUp to 3,500 ft at 153.6 Kbaud or 7,500 ft at lower baud rates (e.g., 38.4 Kbaud), depending on cable type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this unit new or refurbished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is supplied as 100% brand new in original factory-sealed packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be programmed with Proficy Machine Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is compatible with Proficy Machine Edition, VersaPro, and Logicmaster 90-70.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE FANUC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52142616215864,"sku":"IC697BEM731P","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/1616\/3896\/files\/IC697BEM731P.jpg?v=1775786839","url":"https:\/\/www.automodulexpert.com\/products\/ic697bem731p-ge-fanuc-genius-bus-controller","provider":"AutoModuleXpert Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}