15 Meter Terminated Cable IC693CBL302 GE Fanuc 90-30 PLC

Technical Specifications

Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC693CBL302 is a 15-meter (49.21 feet) continuous shielded I/O Bus Expansion Cable designed specifically for the Series 90-30 PLC platform. Weighing approximately 1.70 kg (3.75 lbs), this heavy-duty cable is engineered exclusively to close out the last position in an I/O expansion or remote baseplate chain. By integrating terminating resistors directly inside its end connector, it completes the bus loop without requiring a standalone physical terminator plug (like the IC693ACC307) or any external Wye adapters.

Core Technical Advantages

• End-of-Line Signal Termination: Comes equipped with built-in terminating resistors inside the final male connector, eliminating signal reflection and stabilizing bus communication.
• Robust Shielded Construction: Features a continuous, high-grade shield configuration that blocks industrial electromagnetic interference (EMI) over its long 15-meter run.
• No Adapter Complexity: Direct point-to-point architecture removes the need for Wye adapters, lowering the footprint and reducing connection failure points in high-vibration panels.
• Substantial Physical Integrity: The robust 1.70 kg build provides the physical durability required to route through harsh cable trays and complex routing paths in industrial automation settings.

Installation Guide

Before installing, shut off the power to the Series 90-30 PLC rack system. Plug the first end (standard single male connector) into the I/O expansion port of your CPU baseplate or the output port of the preceding expansion baseplate in the daisy chain. Connect the second end (the connector containing the integrated resistors) into the final expansion baseplate of the system. Secure the connector mounting screws to prevent loose communication signals. Ensure the total cumulative cable run from the host CPU to the final 1.70 kg expansion cable terminal does not exceed the system maximum of 213 meters (700 feet).

Technical FAQs

Q1: Can I connect another expansion cable to the end of the IC693CBL302?
A1: No. The IC693CBL302 is designed strictly for the final baseplate in the chain. Because the terminating resistors are built directly into the second-end connector, it terminates the I/O bus and cannot be used to daisy-chain further.

Q2: Why is the maximum number of supported expansion baseplates different?
A2: The maximum number of supported expansion racks is restricted by the addressing capabilities of the system's CPU. High-performance models (such as CPU 350 to 374) support up to 7 cables/racks, while entry-level models (CPU 331 to 341) support up to 4 racks.

Q3: How much does this 15-meter cable weigh, and does it require special support?
A3: The net weight of this heavy-duty cable is 1.70 kg (3.75 lbs). Due to its weight and length, it is highly recommended to secure the cable along structural conduit trays to relieve physical strain on the PLC baseplate connector pins.