GE IC693CMM321-GJ

• Isolation: Optical isolation (1500 VAC continuous) between ports and backplane
• Connectors:
  • Port 1: Terminal block (5-pin) for RS-485
  • Port 2: 9-pin D-sub (female) for RS-232
• Cable Length:
  • RS-485: Up to 1200 meters (3937 feet)
  • RS-232: Up to 15 meters (50 feet)
• Backplane Interface: Direct connection to Series 90-30 baseplate
• Backplane Current Draw: 180 mA at 5 VDC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Status Indicators: LED for power, run, transmit (TX), and receive (RX) on each port

Functional Features:

• Dual-port design supports simultaneous communication over RS-485 and RS-232.
• Fully isolated ports prevent ground loops and protect the PLC from electrical surges.
• Configurable as Modbus RTU master or slave for integration with Modbus-enabled devices.
• Supports DF1 protocol for peer-to-peer communication with Allen-Bradley and other compatible PLCs.
• Enables ASCII messaging for custom communication with printers, scanners, and instruments.
• Built-in PPP support allows dial-up modem connections for remote monitoring and diagnostics.
• Data buffering and FIFO management ensure reliable message handling at high speeds.
• Programmable via Proficy Machine Edition or Logicmaster software.
• Automatic baud rate detection available in certain configurations.
• Non-volatile memory stores communication parameters for retention during power loss.
• Supports half-duplex and full-duplex operation on RS-485 port.

Applications:

• Connecting HMI panels and operator interfaces to the PLC.
• Integrating barcode readers, RFID systems, and label printers in production lines.
• Communicating with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor controllers.
• Data logging and reporting via connection to printers or external PCs.
• Establishing peer-to-peer links between multiple PLCs for coordinated control.
• Remote monitoring using modem-based connections over telephone lines.
• Industrial networks requiring Modbus RTU communication with meters, sensors, and I/O blocks.
• Retrofit and upgrade projects in manufacturing, packaging, and process control systems.

Compatibility:

• Designed for GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC systems.
• Mounts on 5-slot or 10-slot baseplates (e.g., IC693CHS397, IC693CHS392).
• Compatible with all Series 90-30 CPU modules.
• Configured using Proficy Machine Edition, Logicmaster, or other GE programming tools.
• Interoperable with Modbus, DF1, and ASCII-based devices from multiple vendors.

Physical Dimensions:

• Width: 115 mm (4.5 inches)
• Height: 110 mm (4.3 inches)
• Depth: 130 mm (5.1 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 0.55 kg (1.2 lbs)

Certifications:

• CE Marked
• UL Listed
• CSA Certified
• Complies with IEC 61000 (EMC) and relevant industrial communication standards