{"product_id":"ge-ic693bem340-fip-network-master-communication-module","title":"GE IC693BEM340 FIP Network Master Communication 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;\"\u003eIC693BEM340\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 \/ System Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Series 90-30\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eFIP (Factory Instrumentation Protocol) Bus Controller\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 Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2 x FIP Network Serial Ports, 1 x RS-485 Configuration 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;\"\u003eMaximum Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e1.2 Amps maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTypical Current Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e800 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDiagnostic Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e6 Status LEDs (Top front-face position)\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 Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e0 to +55 °C (+32 to +131 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e5% to 95% (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;\"\u003eVibration Displacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e0.2-inch displacement from 5 Hz to 10 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eQuantity per PLC Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eLimited only by power supply safety capacity limits\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;\"\u003e0.45 kg (Approx. 0.99 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;\"\u003eIC693BEM340\u003c\/span\u003e is a specialized FIP (Factory Instrumentation Protocol) Bus Controller Module engineered for Series 90-30 programmable logic controllers. Weighing 0.45 kg, this communication interface links the system's central PLC directly to an extended Series 90-30 I\/O field network. In addition to transmitting data, the module serves as a centralized troubleshooting platform and provides non-volatile storage to safeguard configuration profiles for connected field instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Technical Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandardized FIP Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Implements the international Factory Instrumentation Protocol to cleanly standardize data formatting across diverse field instrumentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Port Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outfitted with 2 dedicated serial ports for active FIP industrial network runs and an independent RS-485 serial gateway for software configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Storage \u0026amp; Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers secure internal storage areas to backup remote field device configuration data alongside 6 high-visibility diagnostic status LEDs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintained with an operating temperature window up to 55 °C and a 0.2-inch vibration displacement safety envelope for reliable operation in rugged environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC693BEM340 must be installed in the same local rack as the main CPU assembly to draw from the matching system power source. Switch off all rack power inputs before seating the 0.45 kg card into the backplane. Calculate total rack loads to ensure the module's maximum 1.2 Amp current demand remains well within the power supply budget, and wire network drops into the front serial channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What kinds of field instruments can the IC693BEM340 connect to the PLC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1: The controller handles bidirectional I\/O communications for a massive variety of devices, including heavy-duty limit switches, solenoid valves, motor starters, and pressure sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How many IC693BEM340 FIP modules can be placed into a single PLC system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2: There is no strict hardware software cap; engineers can install as many concurrent modules as the rack's power supply unit can safely feed without overloading the current threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What is the specific purpose of the third serial port on the front panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3: While two serial connections are strictly reserved for managing active FIP network branches, the third dedicated RS-485 port is assigned exclusively for hardware setup and module configuration changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51050813423748,"sku":"IC693BEM340","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/IC693BEM340.jpg?v=1781794053","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/products\/ge-ic693bem340-fip-network-master-communication-module","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}