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Product Model: GE IC695PNS001-BB
Product Brand: GE Fanuc / GE Intelligent Platforms (Emerson)
Product Series: PACSystems RX3i
Product Features:
• PROFINET scanner communication module for PACSystems RX3i PLCs, enabling reliable Ethernet-based I/O networking.
• Four switched Ethernet ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps and multiple topologies.
• Micro USB port for firmware upgrades and diagnostics.
• LED indicators for network and module status simplify commissioning and maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Model | GE IC695PNS001-BB |
| Brand | GE Fanuc / GE Intelligent Platforms (Emerson) |
| Series | PACSystems RX3i |
| Module Type | PROFINET Scanner Communication Module |
| Backplane Support | Universal RX3i I/O backplane |
| Ethernet Ports | 4 switched Ethernet ports (2 RJ-45 + 2 SFP cages) |
| USB Port | 1 Micro USB for firmware updates |
| Communication Speed | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Protocol Support | PROFINET (Scanner mode) |
| Status LEDs | OK, LAN, STATUS, CONN, PORT, ACTIVE, USB LEDs |
| Power Consumption | ~1.2 A at 3.3 VDC; ~1.1 A at 5 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 60 °C |
| Storage Temperature | –40 °C to +85 °C |
| Slots Required | 1 (single slot) |
| Supports Topologies | Linear, star, daisy chain, redundant media |
| Application | Industrial Ethernet I/O networking |
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Product Role & System Fit
At its core, the GE IC695PNS001-BB is not a standalone controller; rather, it is a communications interface designed to let PACSystems RX3i PLCs act as PROFINET scanners on an Ethernet fieldbus network. As such, it fits neatly into modular PLC architectures where distributed I/O and networking are essential.
When installed in an RX3i universal backplane slot, this module becomes the primary point of contact between the PLC rack and the PROFINET LAN. In a typical system, the PLC CPU processes logic and control algorithms, while the IC695PNS001-BB handles communication with remote field devices — returning input statuses and distributing output commands over fast Ethernet.
Its support for four switched Ethernet ports — including both RJ-45 and SFP cages — gives engineers flexibility in media selection. Standard copper connections serve conventional network segments, while fiber via SFP modules can be deployed where longer run lengths or noise immunity are desired. This multi-port capability allows network segmentation, redundancy, and flexible topology design without additional external switches or routers.
Moreover, the module’s backward compatibility with Series 90-30 and RX3i universal I/O racks means existing legacy installations can be retrofitted or expanded with PROFINET connectivity without massive hardware replacement. This makes the GE IC695PNS001-BB a practical choice in brownfield upgrades where migration paths are essential.
