GE IC670GBI002

• Maximum Nodes per Segment: Up to 64 devices
• Cable Type: Shielded twisted-pair (RG-6 coaxial or Belden 9505/9506 equivalent)
• Termination: Requires 75-ohm termination resistors at both ends of the bus
• Power Supply: 5V DC from Series 90-30 backplane
• Status Indicators: LED indicators for RUN, TX (transmit), RX (receive), and ERROR
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Humidity Range: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Mounting: DIN rail or chassis-mounted in Series 90-30 rack

Key Features

• Enables integration of remote Genius I/O racks into the Series 90-30 PLC system
• Supports high-speed, deterministic communication over long distances (up to 10,000 feet with repeaters)
• Provides reliable data exchange between the PLC processor and distributed I/O devices
• Includes diagnostic LEDs for real-time monitoring of network status and communication activity
• Supports hot-swappable replacement in redundant configurations
• Compatible with a wide range of Genius I/O modules, including discrete, analog, and specialty modules
• Facilitates scalable system design by allowing expansion beyond local rack limitations
• Offers noise immunity and electrical isolation for stable operation in electrically noisy environments

Application Areas

• Industrial automation systems using GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC platforms
• Distributed control systems in power plants, water treatment facilities, and oil and gas installations
• Manufacturing and process control applications requiring remote I/O expansion
• Factory automation systems with geographically dispersed equipment
• Retrofit and modernization projects involving legacy GE automation infrastructure
• Applications needing reliable, high-integrity communication over long distances
• Systems utilizing the GE Genius network for integration with HMIs, drives, and other controllers