IC200GBI001

Product Description

The IC200GBI001 is a Genius Network Interface Unit produced by GE Fanuc as part of the VersaMax series. This device performs control functions for the various connected input and output modules. Assuming the proper firmware version is installed, this network interface unit is compatible with various modules including Series 90-70 programmable logic controllers, Genius Bus Controllers, and PacSystems RX7i and Rx3i programmable logic controllers. Additionally, any computer with the ability to control the bus can be designated as the host computer.

For every rack, this network interface unit can support eight modules, and a total of eight racks are supported. The amount of network inputs for every bus scan is 128 bytes. The total amount of discrete input and output memory is 1024 points. Analog input and output memory is 128 bytes each. There are two power settings for this unit: 5 volts at 250 milliamps and 3.3 volts at 10 milliamps. This device has a serial bus address range of 0 – 31. Data transfer rates across the network are 153.6 Kbaud extended, 153.6 Kbaud standard, 76.8 Kbaud, or 38.4Kbaud. Note: Transfer rates vary based on distance and number of supported devices.

Other features of the IC200GBI001 include 64 analog input and output, removable connectors, the ability to use both shielded twisted pair (STP) and fiber optic cables, and user diagnostic data via the Enhanced Diagnostics Mode (EDM). In addition, this unit offers redundancy for both media and hardware.

Not including the power supply installed onto this device, the width of this module is 5.25 inches (133.4 millimeters), and the height is 3.38 inches (85.9 millimeters).

The IC200GBI001 Network Interface Module belongs to the GE Fanuc Versamax family of products. It is used as a controller for a set of I/O modules. A power supply can be directly installed on the network interface module to power it up. The host system of the module is a Versamax PLC or industrial computer which can control the bus. The number of modules that can be used is 8 per rack and up to 8 racks can be used. The IC200GBI001 Network Interface Module is compatible with a wide variety of modules including analog I/O modules, GE Series 90-70 PLCs, GMR systems, and RX3i PLCs. It provides serial bus addresses from 0 to 31.

The IC200GBI001 Network Interface Module has 1024 points of discrete I/O memory, 128 bytes of analog I/O memory, and a 153.6 Kbaud network data rate. It interfaces a Versamax I/O station to a Genius I/O bus. The firmware version of the module is version 3.20. This firmware version can be downloaded to any hardware revision. Its enhanced diagnostic mode can be enabled for use in safety-relevant applications. The power consumption rating of the IC200GBI001 Module is 5 Volts at 250 milliamps or 3.3 Volts at 10 milliamps. The network data rate of the module is 153.6 Kbaud for both the extended and standard baud rate. It uses 3 rotary dials to configure its address and set the communication baud rate. It can be installed on a 35 x 7.5 millimeters conductive DIN rail. The module may be installed horizontally or vertically on the DIN rail. Make sure to remove the power supply before removing the module.