Drive Interface Module IC697BEM763 - GE Fanuc

IC697BEM763 Key Technical Specifications:

Microprocessor: 80C186

Clock Speed: 12 MHz

Temperature Range: 0°C to 60°C

Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

LED Indicators: 3 (Module OK, Command Out, Data In)

Network Protocols: DLAN and DLAN+

Slot Requirement: 1 slot in Series 90-70 or VME rack

Network Connector: 8-pin DLAN interface

Restart Button: Yes (used to halt and reinitialize communication)

LED Indicator Breakdown:

Module OK: Displays active operational status and flashes during internal diagnostics

Command Out: Illuminates when a command is sent to the network drop from the PLC

Data In: Flashes when receiving a valid data message from the network drop

Detailed Configuration by Model Suffix:

IC697: Compatible with GE Series 90-70 and VME hardware platforms

BEM: Denotes Bus Expansion Module for network interfacing

763: Indicates DLAN/DLAN+ protocol support and diagnostic functionality

Enhanced Communication Protocols:

• DLAN Protocol: Multidrop serial communication ideal for legacy systems

• DLAN+ Protocol: High-speed ARCnet-based communication suited for modern applications

• Enables PLC-based control of GE drives such as DC300, AC2000, and DC2000

• Supports flexible real-time data exchange and command execution across the network