{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic697bem763-bus-expansion-interface-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC697BEM763 Bus Expansion Interface Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003eModel \/ Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0044cc; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIC697BEM763\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBrand \/ Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eGE Fanuc Automation \/ Series 90-70 \u0026amp; VME\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eBus Expansion Module (DLAN\/DLAN+ Interface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMicroprocessor \/ Clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e80C186 \/ 12 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNetwork Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eDLAN (Serial Multidrop) \u0026amp; DLAN+ (High-Speed ARCnet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e8-pin DLAN network port\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHardware Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e3 LEDs (Module OK, Command Out, Data In) \u0026amp; Restart Button\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Climate\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e0°C to 60°C \/ 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSlot Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e1 standard slot in Series 90-70 or VME rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Product Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e0.85 kg (Approx. 1.87 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GE Fanuc \u003cspan style=\"color: #0044cc; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIC697BEM763\u003c\/span\u003e is a dedicated Bus Expansion Module (BEM) engineered for the GE Series 90-70 and VME hardware platforms. Driven by a 12 MHz 80C186 microprocessor, this 0.85 kg communication card provides dual-protocol network support for legacy DLAN serial networks and high-speed ARCnet-based DLAN+ systems, enabling direct, real-time PLC control over industrial GE drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Technical Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Protocol Gateway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Merges legacy serial multidrop DLAN capabilities with modern, fast DLAN+ ARCnet communications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Drive Coordination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishes high-reliability networking loops for managing GE drive units like the DC300, AC2000, and DC2000 hardware systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmediate Hardware Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in physical restart push button allows operators to safely halt and reinitialize communications locally at the rack face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear Diagnostic Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporates 3 distinct LEDs (Module OK, Command Out, Data In) for prompt visual assessment of processor states and line signal traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlide the 0.85 kg board into a single available slot inside a Series 90-70 or VME rack enclosure. Secure the connection via the integrated locking screws. Insert your communication line into the 8-pin DLAN network port, keeping operating environments between 0°C and 60°C with a relative humidity range of 5% to 95% non-condensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What specific functions do the three onboard LED lights indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1: 'Module OK' flashes during self-diagnostics and stays on when operational; 'Command Out' lights up when sending PLC commands; 'Data In' flashes during valid message reception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Which industrial GE drives are natively supported by this network card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2: The module provides real-time data exchange and hardware command mapping for GE DC300, AC2000, and DC2000 industrial drive units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What is the purpose of the manual button on the front faceplate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3: The faceplate features a mechanical restart button designed to quickly halt and safely reinitialize all active network port communications without cycling the rack power.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51050797564036,"sku":"IC697BEM763","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/IC697BEM763.jpg?v=1781534850","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic697bem763-bus-expansion-interface-module","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}