Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC697BEM711 is a Bus Receiver Module designed for Series 90-70 PLC systems. It is used in local bus expansion architectures to extend the I/O capacity beyond the main CPU rack. Installed in expansion racks, this module receives high-speed parallel bus communications from a Bus Transmitter Module, enabling reliable data exchange across multiple chassis within a single control system. The IC697BEM711 supports scalable system layouts while maintaining deterministic performance for industrial automation environments.

Key Technical Characteristics

• Module type: Bus Receiver Module

• PLC platform: Series 90-70

• Maximum expansion: Up to 7 expansion racks per system

• Communication method: High-speed parallel expansion bus

• Maximum total bus cable length: 50 ft (15 m)

• Slot requirement: Any slot except CPU-designated slot

• Status indicators:

• Module status LED

• Rack activity LED

• Bus termination presence LED

• Termination requirement: IC697ACC702 terminator required on final expansion rack

• Operating voltage: 5 VDC supplied by rack power supply

• Typical current consumption: Approximately 0.8 A

• Mounting: Standard Series 90-70 chassis installation

Industrial Applications

The IC697BEM711 is commonly used in large-scale PLC installations where additional I/O racks are required beyond the CPU chassis. Typical applications include manufacturing automation lines, power generation systems, process control plants, material handling systems, and other industrial environments that demand modular expansion and reliable backplane communications.