The IC670GBI102 is a Genius bus interface module manufactured by GE Fanuc.

The module is part of the Field Control family and is primarily used to realize distributed I/O architectures by connecting field control I/O modules to host GE CPUs via a Genius bus network.

It features a series of screw terminals for terminating the Genius main bus and optional redundant buses; one (1) 9-pin D-shell display port for connecting a handheld programmer (D-Shell); and a 9-pin D-shell display port for connecting a handheld programmer (D-Shell) to the host computer.

It is capable of hosting up to eight (8) field control I/Os and supports standard Profibus transfer speeds, such as 153.6 Kbaud.

It is capable of hosting up to eight (8) field control I/Os and supports standard Profibus transfer speeds such as 153.6 Kbaud standard, 153.6 Kbaud extended, 76.8 Kbaud, or 38.4 Kbaud.

About the IC670GBI102

The IC670GBI001 is a communication module for the GE Fanuc field control series. The module specifically supports the Genius Bus protocol, allowing users to realize distributed I/O architectures.

The module is used in conjunction with the Genius Bus Interface Unit terminal block for DIN rail or panel mounting.

The terminal block also carries screw terminals that allow the establishment of a master Genius Bus connection and an optional redundant network connection.

The IC670GBI001 supports a daisy-chain topology on both the primary and secondary buses.

The module supports data transfer rates of 153.6 Kbaud standard, 153.6 Kbaud extended, 76.8 Kbaud, or 38.4 Kbaud.

Available memory allocations for various data types, such as 256 bytes for discrete inputs (%I), status data, and smart modules; 256 bytes for discrete outputs (%I), status data, and smart modules.

256 bytes for discrete outputs (%Q) and fault clearing for smart modules; 256 bytes for analog inputs (%AI) and 256 bytes for analog outputs (%AQ).

Both the primary and secondary bus connections have a terminating resistor connection point, which is used to terminate the bus connection and maintain a stable connection throughout the network.

The termination points are assigned exclusively to the Serial 1 and Serial 2 terminals and are installed at the beginning (**node) and end (*last node) of the bus.

Resistor values include 75 Ohm, 100 Ohm, 120 Ohm, or 150 Ohm termination resistors.

Pre-formed bus cables can also be used with this bus interface module, catalog number IC660BLM508. using 75 ohm resistors and IC660BLM506. using 150 ohm resistors.

The IC670GBI102 bus interface unit is a field control bus interface unit manufactured by GE Fanuc.

The unit is part of the GE Field Control family and is compatible with the IC670GB and IC670GBI modules.

This programmable control module operates over a temperature range of 0 to 55 degrees Celsius (32 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit).

The storage temperature range is -40 to 85 degrees Celsius (-40 to 185 degrees Fahrenheit).

The IC670GBI102 Bus Interface Module has a relative humidity range of 5% to 95% (non-condensing).

The IC670GBI102 bus interface unit can withstand solid-state vibration and shock levels typical of industrial environments, and it is mounted on a panel-mounted DIN rail.

The IC670GBI102 Bus Interface Unit operates on both AC and DC power supplies with operating voltages ranging from 90 to 135 volts AC and 105 to 150 volts DC.

The nominal voltage rating of the IC670GBI102 Bus Interface Unit is 115 volts AC and 125 volts DC.

Power consumption** is 115 volt-amperes at 48 volts AC and 125 watts at 24 volts AC.

Specify power consumption for operation at full load. The inrush current of the unit is 20 amps at peak and **lasts 3 milliseconds.

The unit has a **Hold Time** of 20 milliseconds and the power supply output voltage is 6.5 volts DC.

The input frequency of the unit is 47 to 63 Hz. The bus interface unit has 16 mA terminals and has a reliability rating of over 600.000 hours.

IC670GBI102 Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between IC670GBI102 and IC670GBI002?

The IC670GBI102 is powered by a 115 VAC / 125 VDC input voltage, while the IC670GBI002 is powered by 24 VDC.

2. Does IC670GBI102 support insertion and removal of the module under power-on condition?

Yes. Provided that the module has the suffix “J” on the catalog number.

3. How reliable is the IC670GBI102?

The reliability of the IC670GBI102 has been calculated to exceed 183.000 hours MTBF of operation.

1. What is the data size that IC670GBI001 can handle?

The supported data size is 256 bytes for discrete inputs (%I), status data, and smart modules.

256 bytes for discrete outputs (%Q) and fault clearing for smart modules; 256 bytes for analog inputs (%AI) and 256 bytes for analog outputs (%AQ).

2. What is the data transfer rate supported by the IC670GBI001?

The IC670GBI001 supports 53.6 K baud standard, 153.6 K baud extended, 76.8 Kbaud, or 38.4 Kbaud.

3. Does the IC670GBI001 support redundancy?

Yes. The IC670GBI001 has built-in support for network redundancy.

IC670GBI102 Technical Description

The IC670GBI102 is a bus interface unit that is part of a field control system.

It acts as a connector module for each field I/O system and manages the interface between the main PLC or computer via Genius Bus.

It is capable of exchanging 128 bytes of input and 128 bytes of output data and supports up to eight (8) field control I/O modules.

This module supports a hot standby CPU configuration and requires an external 90 – 135 VAC / 105 – 150 VDC supply voltage, nominal 115 VAC / 125 VDC.