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Product Model: IC697BEM741-BB
Product Brand: GE Fanuc (Emerson)
Product Series: Series 90-70, FIP/WorldFIP Controller
Product Features:
• Dual-channel FIP Bus Controller for GE IC697 PLC systems, supporting Fieldbus communications at 1.0 Mbps.
• Accommodates up to 128 field devices including remote racks, scanners, and generic Fieldbus nodes.
• Fits a single slot in Series 90-70 VME integrator racks with rich diagnostics (6 LEDs + reset).
• Configurable via Logicmaster 90-70 or CIMPLICITY Control programming tools.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | IC697BEM741-BB |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 |
| Function | FIP/WorldFIP Fieldbus Controller |
| Channels | Dual channel |
| Fieldbus Protocol | FIP / WorldFIP (EN50170) |
| Supported Devices | Up to 128 field devices |
| Communication Speed | 1.0 Megabit per second |
| Configuration Interfaces | Logicmaster 90-70, CIMPLICITY Control 90 |
| Connector Types | 2 × 9-pin FIP Bus, 1 × 15-pin Serial Port |
| Status Indicators | 6 LEDs (Module OK, RUN, Communication states) |
| Reset | Front-panel pushbutton |
| Operating Voltage | +5 V DC |
| Backplane Current | ~1.3 A |
| Mounting | Single slot VME Integrator Rack |
| Typical Weight | ~4.0 lb (approx.) |
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Product Role & System Fit
In industrial control architectures where Fieldbus communication is essential, the IC697BEM741-BB stands out as a robust FIP Bus Controller Module designed to bridge GE Fanuc Series 90-70 programmable logic controllers with field-level devices across distributed control networks. Unlike conventional I/O controllers that manage inputs and outputs locally, this controller facilitates standardized FIP and WorldFIP (EN50170) fieldbus communication, enabling seamless integration of remote devices, scanners, and even third-party equipment into a coherent automation system.
The controller’s dual-channel capability provides flexibility and resilience in systems requiring parallel communication paths. In many production environments, redundancy is not merely a convenience — it is a requirement. Should one bus experience a fault, the second channel can maintain communication continuity, which is especially critical in process applications such as chemical blending, power generation, and material manufacturing where even brief communication interruptions can lead to product quality issues or safety faults.
Physically, the IC697BEM741-BB sits in a single slot of a Series 90-70 VME integrator rack — typically an IC697CHS782 or IC697CHS783 rack — and interfaces directly with the backplane to exchange data with the central CPU. This positioning ensures that fieldbus data is efficiently incorporated into the PLC’s operational logic while minimizing slot and footprint usage.
Compatibility with industry-standard programming tools such as Logicmaster 90-70 and CIMPLICITY Control 90 enhances the module’s fit into existing automation frameworks. Engineers familiar with the GE Fanuc environment will find that defining fieldbus characteristics, addressing, and device mapping aligns with standard configuration practices, reducing the learning curve and expediting commissioning.
In essence, the IC697BEM741-BB is not merely an interface component — it is the communications backbone in a fieldbus-based extension of a Series 90-70 system. Whether you are extending control out to remote I/O blocks, managing distributed sensors and actuators, or integrating devices from multiple vendors, this module offers the structured, real-time exchange needed to maintain deterministic control performance.
