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In modern manufacturing cells and process skids where PACSystems RX3i PLCs must interface with PROFINET devices like VFDs, remote I/O drops, and motion controllers over high-speed deterministic networks, the GE IC695PNS001-BF enables seamless scanner functionality. It is widely used in industrial automation for automotive robotics, packaging lines, and water treatment that demand sub-10 ms I/O updates across star/ring/linear topologies without gateways. Engineers deploy the GE IC695PNS001-BF in control systems coordinating servo axes or valve manifolds, where four-port switching (2x SFP fiber + 2x RJ45 copper) supports media redundancy for 99.999% availability.pdfsupply+1
This scanner commonly polls VersaMax PROFINET nodes in conveyor accumulation zones or aggregates HART-enabled transmitters in batch reactors, buffering 2880 bytes I/O per station. In semiconductor fabs, it is applicable in control systems syncing wafer handlers with process tools via 1 Gbps fiber trunks up to 10 km. OEMs building networked skids favor it for Proficy Machine Edition integration, where GSDML files import device configs automatically while 32-bit status/control bits enable runtime diagnostics.
Product Introduction & Positioning
The GE IC695PNS001-BF is a single-slot PROFINET Scanner module for GE Emerson PACSystems RX3i universal backplanes, featuring four switched Gigabit Ethernet ports (two SFP cages for fiber, two RJ45 copper) and a front micro-USB for firmware upgrades. It occupies one rack slot, drawing backplane power while scanning up to dozens of I/O stations with configurable rates from 1-512 ms.
In RX3i architectures, the GE IC695PNS001-BF masters PROFINET I/O production/consumption, mapping remote data to %I/%Q references transparently via Proficy Machine Edition 8.50+ (SIM 2). Dual IP addressing (PROFINET + front panel) supports Classless Inter-Domain Routing.
Integrators position it for Ethernet-native expansions replacing DeviceNet/Profibus, with hot-swap and MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol) ensuring glitch-free failovers.
Key Technical Features & Functional Benefits
Gigabit speeds (10/100/1000 Mbps) deliver 1440 bytes input/output per station with <4 ms latency, embedding switch for daisy-chaining sans hubs. Micro-USB enables field firmware flashes; LEDs track OK/LAN/Conn/ORT status per port.
Rugged for panels (-25 to 60°C, derated to 57°C with SFPs), it consumes 1.2 A @3.3 VDC / 1.1 A @5 VDC max, supporting up to 4000 events/second from IC694MDL660 inputs when paired with IC695PNS101 variant.
Proficy configures acyclic services, alarms, and records; 32 status/control bits latch faults for PLC logic.
MTBF >300k hours via enterprise-grade PHYs and conformal coating options.
Detailed Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | IC695PNS001-BF |
| Brand | GE Emerson PACSystems RX3i |
| Product Type | PROFINET Scanner |
| Ethernet Ports | 4 switched (2x SFP, 2x RJ45) 10/100/1000 |
| I/O per Station | 2880 bytes (1440 in/1440 out) |
| Update Rates | 1/2/4/8/16/32/64/128/256/512 ms |
| IP Addresses | 2 (PROFINET + front panel) |
| Backplane Power | 3.3 VDC 1.2 A; 5 VDC 1.1 A max |
| USB Port | 1x Micro USB (firmware) |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to 60 °C (derate 57°C w/SFPs) |
| Supported Topologies | Linear/Star/Daisy/Ring/MRP |
| Software Requirement | Proficy ME 8.50 SIM 2+ |
| Status LEDs | OK, LAN, STATUS, CONN, ORT, ACTIVE, USB |
Related Modules or Compatible Units
IC695SPC100 – Copper SFP transceiver for IC695PNS001-BF ports.
IC695SPF010 – 10 km fiber SFP extending IC695PNS001-BF trunks.
IC200PNS001 – VersaMax PROFINET scanner as remote drop to IC695PNS001-BF.
IC695CPU310 – RX3i CPU hosting IC695PNS001-BF backplane.
Installation Notes & Maintenance Best Practices
Seat GE IC695PNS001-BF in universal slots with SFPs inserted pre-power, configuring GSDML imports and IP via Proficy before cabling—ground shields single-end, verifying ACTIVE LEDs on scan. Enable MRP rings for redundancy.
Monthly status bit polls for Conn faults; quarterly SFP cleanliness checks. Firmware upgrades via micro-USB halt CPU briefly.
