SPECIFICATIONS
Part No.: IC200GBI001
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States of America (USA)
Number of Modules: 8 per rack
Network I/O per Bus Scan: 128 bytes
Discrete I/O Memory: 1024 points
Analog I/O Memory: 128 bytes
Power Consumption: 5V at 250 mA, 3.3V at 10mA
Network Data Rate: 153.6 Kbaud
Product Type: Genius Network Interface Unit
Availability: In Stock
Series: VersaMax
Functional Description
IC200GBI001 is a Genius Network Interface Unit developed by GE. It is part of the VersaMax series. The Unit is essential for facilitating communication and control within an industrial automation environment, particularly for systems that require robust and reliable data exchange across multiple modules and racks.
Features
- Serves as a controller for various connected input and output (I/O) modules within a VersaMax I/O station. It ensures seamless communication between the host system, which can be a VersaMax programmable logic controller (PLC), an industrial computer, or other compatible controllers like the GE Series 90-70, Genius Bus Controllers, and PacSystems RX7i and RX3i PLCs.
- This network interface unit is compatible with a wide array of modules, including analog I/O modules, GE Series 90-70 PLCs, GMR systems, and RX3i PLCs. It is capable of supporting up to 8 modules per rack, with a total of 8 racks supported, providing extensive scalability for complex automation systems.
- Operates at two power settings, 5 volts at 250 milliamps and 3.3 volts at 10 milliamps, ensuring it can function efficiently while consuming minimal power.
- The network interface unit supports multiple data transfer rates across the network: 153.6 Kbaud (both extended and standard), 76.8 Kbaud, and 38.4 Kbaud. The actual transfer rate depends on the distance and the number of supported devices on the network, providing flexibility in configuring the system based on specific operational needs.
- It features an Enhanced Diagnostics Mode (EDM), which provides user diagnostic data, making it suitable for safety-relevant applications. This feature helps in identifying and troubleshooting issues efficiently, reducing downtime, and improving system reliability.
- The unit also offers redundancy for both media and hardware, ensuring continued operation even in the event of a failure, which is crucial for maintaining system integrity in critical applications.
- It has a width of 5.25 inches (133.4 millimeters) and a height of 3.38 inches (85.9 millimeters), making it compact yet capable of handling extensive I/O operations.
- The unit is designed to be easily installed on a 35 x 7.5 millimeter conductive DIN rail. It can be mounted either horizontally or vertically, depending on space and system requirements. For EMC protection, the DIN rail must be grounded, and it should have a corrosion-resistant finish. It’s important to remove the power supply before detaching the module from the DIN rail.
- Supports both shielded twisted pair (STP) and fiber optic cables, offering versatile connectivity options based on the specific needs of the installation environment.
- The module uses three rotary dials for configuring its serial bus address (ranging from 0 to 31) and setting the communication baud rate, allowing for a straightforward and precise setup.
- Operates with firmware version 3.20, which can be downloaded to any hardware revision. This ensures that the unit remains up-to-date with the latest enhancements and capabilities.
Memory and Data Handling
- Discrete I/O Memory: Provides 1024 points of discrete input/output memory, ensuring it can handle a significant number of I/O operations efficiently.
- Analog I/O Memory: It offers 128 bytes of analog input memory and 128 bytes of analog output memory, supporting precise and accurate analog data processing.
- Network Inputs: The unit can handle up to 128 bytes of network inputs for every bus scan, enabling fast and reliable data transfer across the network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is IC200GBI001?
It is a Genius Network Interface Unit developed by GE under VersaMax series.
How many modules can the unit support?
The unit supports up to 8 modules per rack and a total of 8 racks.
What is the I/O memory capacity?
It provides 1024 points of discrete I/O memory and 128 bytes each for analog input/output memory.
What are the power requirements?
It requires 5V at 250 mA or 3.3V at 10 mA for operation.
