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Product Model: GE IC600BF948K
Product Brand: GE Fanuc / General Electric
Product Series: Series Six I/O Modules
Product Features:
• I/O communication control module for Series Six PLC systems, linking processors to I/O and external devices
• Dual serial interfaces (RS-232/RS-422) with configurable protocols for flexible integration
• Supports multiple communication roles: master, slave, or peer in CCM mode
• Strong field usage in legacy automation environments, with widespread support from aftermarket suppliers
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | GE IC600BF948K |
| Module Type | I/O Communications Control Module (I/O CCM) |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series Six PLC |
| Communication Ports | 2 serial (RS-232/RS-422), Port 1 supports 20 mA current loop |
| Data Rates | 110 bps to 19.2 Kbps (varies by mode) |
| Protocol Modes | Master, Slave, Peer, RTU slave |
| Configuration | DIP switches for mode and data settings |
| Mounting | Backplane rack mount in Series Six I/O rack |
| Diagnostics | LED status indicators for each port |
| Operating Temp | Typical industrial range (0 – 60 °C) |
| Faceplate Options | With or without faceplate depending on variant |
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Technical Features & Benefits
In industrial automation, reliable communication between controller and field modules is foundational. The GE IC600BF948K serves precisely that role within the GE Fanuc Series Six programmable logic controller ecosystem — acting as an Input/Output Communications Control Module (I/O CCM). This isn’t a basic I/O card; it’s a communications bridge that lets your PLC exchange data with external devices, other CCMs, and communications interfaces.
At the heart of the GE IC600BF948K are two independently configurable serial ports. These ports support both RS-232 and RS-422 interfaces — the staple standards of older industrial communications. Port 1 additionally accommodates an active/passive 20 mA current loop, which remains useful in certain legacy host or terminal connections that predate modern Ethernet-based communications.
One of the module’s strengths is its configurability: through onboard DIP switches, technicians can adjust data rates (from very slow 110 bps up to 19.2 Kbps, with limitations on current loop speed), select parity settings, and tailor turnaround delay options. The module supports multiple protocol roles — master, slave, or peer — giving it flexibility in heterogeneous factory environments where different devices need to talk to one another.
On physical ruggedness, the communications control logic is built for enduring industrial conditions and is matched to GE Fanuc’s Series Six backplane supply and form factor. That means consistent signal integrity, reliable board-to-backplane electrical connection, and robust diagnostic lights that help technicians identify port activity or fault status quickly without needing to power up an attached host.
Finally, because the GE IC600BF948K is tied to a legacy line, many automation specialists treat it as a premium spare part. Aftermarket vendors often refurbish and test units, providing warranty support that rivals new-part quality. This makes the module particularly valuable for maintenance operations on long-running installations where full system upgrades are costly or impractical.
