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Product Model: IC693PBM200
Product Brand: GE Fanuc
Product Series: Series 90-30
Product Features:
• PROFIBUS-DP master communication interface
• Seamless integration with Series 90-30 PLC systems
• Robust network diagnostics and device management
• Stable operation in distributed I/O and complex fieldbus environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | IC693PBM200 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Series | Series 90-30 |
| Communication Type | PROFIBUS-DP Master |
| Supported Baud Rates | 9.6 kbps to 12 Mbps |
| Network Cable Type | PROFIBUS DP (shielded twisted pair) |
| Backplane Current Draw | Approx. 330 mA from 5 VDC |
| Maximum Number of Slaves | Up to 125 (network-dependent) |
| Module Slot Size | Standard 90-30 slot |
| Operating Temperature | 0–60°C typical |
| Indicators | Status LEDs for bus and module health |
| Isolation | Backplane-to-network isolation |
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Technical Features & Benefits
What makes the IC693PBM200 valuable to control engineers is not simply the fact that it is a PROFIBUS-DP master. Many modules can technically support the protocol, but few execute it with the combination of network stability, diagnostic clarity, and predictable behavior that long-running factories demand. Over years of field use, this module has earned a reputation for clean communication handshake timing, deterministic performance, and resilience when hundreds of devices are exchanging rapid cyclic data.
One of its standout features is the ability to manage numerous PROFIBUS slaves on a single network segment. Device additions, configuration changes, and hot swaps become easier thanks to the module’s clear diagnostic indicators and structured communication management. Integrators who regularly handle distributed I/O racks appreciate that the module handles busy lines without instability during high throughput. It is designed for environments where signals must move reliably from field sensors to the PLC every few milliseconds.
Noise immunity plays an important role, too. Many industrial networks operate near VFDs, motor starters, heavy conveyors, or pumps that generate electrical interference. The IC693PBM200 isolates the Series 90-30 backplane from many of the disturbances traveling along the PROFIBUS cable. The result is reduced risk of network dropouts or random communication retries that can slow down a system or generate nuisance alarms.
The device’s onboard diagnostics are also practical. LEDs and status indicators provide instant visibility into bus health. Engineers sequencing a new line often comment on how quickly they can identify miswired drops or faulty terminating resistors. When you are under time pressure during a commissioning window, this clarity can save hours.
Furthermore, the module supports a variety of baud rates, allowing it to function both in legacy installations and in more modern high-speed networks. Its flexibility makes it suitable for incremental upgrades—a facility might replace a few old PROFIBUS nodes with updated devices without having to reconfigure the entire network. This adaptability is especially useful for plants with mixed-generation equipment.
With the IC693PBM200, integrators gain a stable communication bridge that accommodates tight cycle times, multi-vendor field devices, and mission-critical operations. It is engineered with the long-term durability required in production facilities where downtime is costly and communication links must remain solid.
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