{"product_id":"ic697cmm731-genius-i-o-bus-controller-ge","title":"IC697CMM731 Genius I\/O Bus Controller GE","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GE IC697CMM731 is a high-performance Genius I\/O Bus Controller for the Series 90-70 PLC platform. It acts as the communication interface between the CPU and distributed Genius I\/O devices, enabling fast and deterministic data exchange across large industrial networks. We supply this module as 100% Brand New and Original factory stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\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 I\/O Bus Controller \/ LAN Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-70 PLC and IC66 systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 30 Genius devices per bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 to 7,500 ft (depending on speed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Termination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75Ω or 150Ω resistors required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3PL and 1PL bus connection ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 onboard LEDs (status and bus activity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle IC697 backplane slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.91 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtreme Temperature Operation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for harsh environments, the module operates reliably from -40°C to +70°C, making it suitable for outdoor and heavy industrial installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDeterministic I\/O Communication\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Genius protocol ensures predictable, real-time communication between CPU and distributed I\/O, supporting synchronized control applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLong-Distance Networking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports communication over distances up to 7,500 feet, allowing centralized control with remote field I\/O placement, reducing wiring cost and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt-in Diagnostics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuous monitoring of bus health allows automatic detection of wiring faults, disconnections, and device failures, improving maintenance efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the IC697CMM731 require external power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is powered directly through the Series 90-70 backplane. However, proper bus termination resistors are required for stable communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan it communicate with third-party devices?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but only if those devices support the GE Genius bus protocol or are connected via compatible gateways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are the 3PL and 1PL ports used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are physical connectors used to attach the Genius bus cable for network communication with distributed I\/O devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it compatible with RX7i systems?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It supports backward compatibility in RX7i platforms for migration from Series 90-70 systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE FANUC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52319524356408,"sku":"IC697CMM731","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/1616\/3896\/files\/IC697BME7312.jpg?v=1777426912","url":"https:\/\/www.automodulexpert.com\/products\/ic697cmm731-genius-i-o-bus-controller-ge","provider":"AutoModuleXpert Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}