PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Overview
The General Electric IC670PBI001 is a Profibus Bus Interface unit designed for the Field Control series. It connects Field Control I/O modules to a host controller using standard Profibus fieldbus communication. The unit mounts onto a dedicated Bus Interface Unit terminal block. It operates using an external 24 VDC nominal power supply across a 18 to 30 VDC range. The interface hosts up to eight Field Control I/O modules on a single station.
Data exchange supports transmission rates from 9.6 Kbits up to 12 Mbits over shielded twisted-pair cabling. Two 9-pin D-sub connectors provide communication and programming access. One port connects directly to the Profibus network. The second port interfaces with a Hand-Held Programmer for monitoring and configuration. Module address configuration is handled through an integrated eight-position DIP switch array.
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Weight | 1.75 lbs (0.79 kg) |
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| Product Description | Profibus Bus Interface Unit |
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| Rated Input Voltage | 24 Volts DC |
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| Voltage Range | 18-30 Volts DC |
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| Supported Protocols | Profibus |
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| Input Power | 7.7 watts |
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| No. of Ports | Profibus: One (1) 9-pin D-sub connector Programmer: One (1) 9-pin D-sub connector |
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| Power Dissipation | 4.45 Watts |
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| Addressing | via embedded DIP switches |
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| Holdup Time | 10 ms, maximum |
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| Profibus topology | Linear bus topology |
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| Reliability | 180, 000 hours operation MTBF |
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| Transmission speed | 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500, 1500 Kbits, 3 Mbits, 6 Mbits, and 12 Mbits |
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| Status LEDs | PWR, RUN, OK |
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| Network medium | Shielded twisted pair cable |
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| Ambient Operating Temperature | 0-55 degrees Celsius |
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| Mounting | DIN Rail / Panel mount via the Profibus Bus Interface Unit (BIU) terminal block |
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| Noise Resistance | Yes |
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| No. of supported I/O modules | up to Eight (8) modules |
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| HHP Connector | Yes |
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| No. of stations per Profibus segment | 32 |
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| Programming | via Hand-Held Programmer |
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| Supported functions | I/O forcing; Diagnostic display; Program upload/download |
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| Power supply | 24 VDC |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Features
- Provides communication interfacing between Field Control I/O modules and a host Profibus network.
- Supports transmission speeds of 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500, and 1500 Kbits, plus 3, 6, and 12 Mbits.
- Hosts and scans up to eight Field Control I/O modules per station assembly.
- Equipped with an eight-position DIP switch array for station address selection.
- Features a dedicated 9-pin D-sub connector for Hand-Held Programmer connection.
- Provides status indication via integrated PWR, RUN, and OK light-emitting diodes.
- Includes intelligent processing capabilities such as I/O forcing, fault reporting, and analog scaling.
- Designed with an aluminum housing suitable for DIN rail or panel mounting.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Applications
- Distributed Profibus DP field input and output stations.
- Field Control modular I/O integration with compatible host PLCs.
- Industrial control panels, operator stations, and junction boxes requiring remote I/O.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Connections / Interfaces
- One 9-pin D-sub female connector dedicated to Profibus fieldbus communication.
- One 9-pin D-sub female connector dedicated to the Hand-Held Programmer.
- Mating connection with the Field Control Bus Interface Unit terminal block for I/O backplane and power distribution.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Installation Guidelines
- Mount the unit directly onto a compatible Field Control Bus Interface Unit terminal block.
- Secure the assembly using standard DIN rail or panel mounting tabs provided on the terminal block.
- Connect a 24 VDC external power source protected with an appropriate slow-blow fuse.
- Ensure both physical ends of the Profibus network segment are terminated with standard terminating resistors.
- Operate within the specified ambient temperature range of 0 to 55 degrees Celsius.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Configuration Guidelines
- Set the station network address between 00 and 32 using the onboard eight-position DIP switches.
- Use a compatible Hand-Held Programmer connected to the programmer port for diagnostics and program transfers.
- Select supported data transmission rates ranging between 9.6 Kbits and 12 Mbits to match network masters.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compatibility
- GE Fanuc Field Control I/O modules, up to eight modules per interface.
- Profibus DP networks using linear bus topology and shielded twisted-pair cabling.
- Field Control Bus Interface Unit terminal blocks.
COMPATIBILITY
Compatibility & Replacement
COMPATIBLE MODELSGE Fanuc Field Control I/O modules, up to eight modules per interface. Profibus DP networks using linear bus topology and shielded twisted-pair cabling. Field Control Bus Interface Unit terminal blocks.
Verify compatibility against the exact Part Number, revision and manufacturer documentation before ordering.
PART VERIFICATION
Before You Order
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ORDERING PROCESS
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PRODUCT FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How many I/O modules does the IC670PBI001 support?
The IC670PBI001 supports up to eight Field Control I/O modules on a single bus interface unit.
What network transmission speeds are supported by the IC670PBI001?
It supports speeds of 9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500, 1500 Kbits, 3 Mbits, 6 Mbits, and 12 Mbits.
How is the Profibus address set on the IC670PBI001?
The network address is configured using an onboard array of eight DIP switches, supporting addresses 00 through 32.
What power supply is required to operate the IC670PBI001?
The module requires an external 24 VDC power supply operating within an input range of 18 to 30 VDC.
