{"product_id":"iv4-gcu1-keyence-communication-unit-iv4-series","title":"IV4-GCU1 Keyence Communication Unit | IV4 Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIV4-GCU1 Communication Unit from Keyence IV4 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keyence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIV4-GCU1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e IV4 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e IV4-G120 compact amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported networks:\u003c\/strong\u003e PROFINET (Conformance Class C), EtherCAT (CoE) and TCP\/IP no-procedure comm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Mbps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector:\u003c\/strong\u003e RJ45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e One RJ45 Ethernet port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power supplied via the connected amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0 to +50°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with no freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelative humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85% RH or less with no condensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active, with official Keyence production status confirmed (last verified 2026-09)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Materials and Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe main unit case uses PC for a light and durable housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ethernet connector uses copper alloy with gold plating for stable signals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rear DIN rail fixing tab uses POM for a firm clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nameplate uses PC material and stays legible over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unit meets IEC61340-5-1 for ESD safety on sensitive lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClip the unit onto a standard DIN rail and press the rear tab firmly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the unit to the IV4-G120 compact amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connected amplifier supplies power, so no separate supply is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug the RJ45 cable into the Ethernet port until it clicks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the cable away from high-current lines to reduce noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the network parameters in the amplifier software before startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep ambient temperature between 0 and +50°C and avoid condensation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm link status on the port before you start production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePROFINET Conformance Class C and EtherCAT CoE cover most factory networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTCP\/IP no-procedure comm supports simple data exchange with host systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 100 Mbps link keeps response times short on the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe light 100 g body adds little load to the amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIN rail mounting speeds up panel build and service swaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated contacts resist corrosion in long production runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Keyence \u003cstrong\u003eIV4-GCU1\u003c\/strong\u003e communication unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne quick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping and Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe ship worldwide by FedEx, UPS and DHL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe dispatch orders within 5 days after payment clears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe supply new original units only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which amplifier works with the IV4-GCU1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It supports the IV4-G120 compact amplifier from Keyence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which industrial networks does it support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It supports PROFINET Conformance Class C and EtherCAT CoE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What Ethernet speed does it offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The unit runs at 100 Mbps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What connector type does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It uses a standard RJ45 Ethernet connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it need a separate power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, the connected amplifier supplies power to the unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the operating temperature range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The unit works from 0 to +50°C with no freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much humidity can it tolerate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It handles 85% RH or less with no condensation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it support simple TCP\/IP communication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it supports TCP\/IP no-procedure comm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the unit mount?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A rear POM tab clips the unit onto a standard DIN rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How heavy is the unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It weighs approximately 100 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do you keep stock on hand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, we hold stock and ship within 5 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I return the unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, we accept returns within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© 2026 NexAuto Technology Limited. 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