Title: GE Fanuc IC697BEM731 Bus Expansion Module for Series 90-70 PLC Systems

Product Overview:
The GE Fanuc IC697BEM731 is a robust and essential Bus Expansion Module specifically engineered for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) family. This critical component serves as a bridge, enabling the seamless expansion of your existing Series 90-70 PLC system by connecting additional I/O racks or intelligent modules. Designed to enhance the scalability and flexibility of industrial automation systems, the IC697BEM731 facilitates distributed control architectures, allowing for the efficient management of a greater number of inputs and outputs across a wider operational area. Its reliable performance ensures high-speed data communication between the CPU rack and remote expansion racks, making it an indispensable asset for complex industrial processes requiring dependable and expandable control solutions. Whether upgrading an existing system or designing a new one, the IC697BEM731 provides the necessary infrastructure for robust and adaptable industrial control, ensuring your operations remain efficient and responsive.

Key Features & Benefits:

Seamless System Expansion: Allows for the easy addition of remote I/O racks and intelligent modules to the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC, significantly extending system capacity and capabilities.
Enhanced Scalability: Provides the flexibility to grow your automation system as operational demands increase, protecting your initial investment and ensuring future adaptability.
High-Speed Data Communication: Ensures rapid and reliable data transfer across the expanded backplane bus, maintaining optimal system performance and real-time control.
Robust Industrial Design: Built to withstand harsh industrial environments, offering exceptional durability, vibration resistance, and long-term reliability in demanding applications.
Facilitates Distributed Control: Enables the strategic placement of I/O closer to field devices, reducing extensive wiring complexity, improving signal integrity, and enhancing system responsiveness.
Easy Integration: Plugs directly into a designated slot on the Series 90-70 CPU rack, simplifying installation, reducing setup time, and ensuring secure connectivity.
Optimized for Series 90-70: Specifically designed for full compatibility and peak performance within the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC architecture, ensuring seamless operation.
Improves System Architecture: Supports modular and flexible system designs, allowing for more efficient troubleshooting, maintenance, and future modifications.
Reduced Downtime: Contributes to overall system stability and reliability, minimizing potential operational interruptions and maximizing productivity.
Cost-Effective Expansion: Offers an economical solution for expanding PLC capabilities without requiring a complete system overhaul.

Applications:

The GE Fanuc IC697BEM731 Bus Expansion Module is ideally suited for a wide range of industrial applications requiring expandable, high-performance, and reliable PLC control, including:
Large-scale manufacturing and assembly lines in automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods industries
Complex process control in chemical, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage industries
Water and wastewater treatment facilities requiring extensive I/O management
Power generation and distribution systems for reliable energy management
Material handling and logistics automation systems, including conveyors and robotics
Building management and HVAC systems for integrated facility control
Discrete manufacturing operations demanding precise and scalable automation
Any industrial environment where a robust and scalable PLC system is critical for efficient, safe, and continuous operation.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number: IC697BEM731
Alternate Part Number: IC697BEM-731
Module Type: Bus Expansion Module
Series Compatibility: GE Fanuc Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Mounting: Backplane Slot (CPU Rack)
Communication Protocol: Proprietary GE Fanuc Series 90-70 Bus
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Weight: Approximately 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
Status Indicators: Typically includes LED indicators for power, bus activity, and diagnostic status (exact indicators may vary based on revision)
Input Voltage: Derived from PLC backplane power supply
Current Draw: Low power consumption from the backplane
Dimensions: Standard Series 90-70 module form factor for rack mounting