PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Overview
The General Electric IC695GCG001 is a PACSystems RX3i Genius communication gateway. It links existing Genius bus devices to modern PROFINET controllers. The module manages up to 31 Genius I/O blocks on a serial bus. It transfers up to 1024 bytes of input data and 1024 bytes of output data. Dual RJ45 Ethernet ports provide PROFINET network integration across linear or star topologies. The gateway enables migration of legacy Genius hardware without immediate decommissioning of field modules.
This communication interface operates using an external 24 VDC power supply drawing 0.19 A to 0.2 A. Configurable I/O production rates range from 2 ms to 512 ms. Supported network standards include Media Redundancy Protocol and Real Time Cyclic protocols. The unit supports hot-swapping when external power is disconnected. Operators can store Ethernet configuration files or load firmware updates using an SD card.
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Weight | 0.88 lbs (0.40 kg) |
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| Product Description | Genius communication gateway |
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| Input power | 24 VDC; 0.19 A maximum |
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| Compatibility | PACSystems RX3i |
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| Communication interface | Two (2) Ethernet port; Two (2) Serial Genius ports |
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| Max I/O Devices | 31 Genius I/O devices |
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| Ethernet Ports | 2 |
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| I/O production rate | 2ms, 4ms, 8ms, 16ms, 32ms, 128ms, 256ms, or 512ms |
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| Ethernet Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) | Yes |
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| Maximum no. of I/O Station | Up to 31 GENIUS blocks or devices |
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| External Power Supply Rating | 0.2 Amps at 24 Volts DC |
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| Maximum I/O data per station | – 1024 bytes of input data – 1024 bytes of output data |
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| Hot-swappable | Yes |
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| Genius Bus speed | 153.6 Kbps Standard; 153.6 Kbps Extended |
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| Operating Temperature | 0degrees C to 60degrees C |
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| Supported protocols | RTC – Real Time Cyclic Protocol, Class 1 and 2 (unsynchronized); RTA – Real Time Acyclic Protocol; DCP – Discovery and configuration Protocol; CL-RPC – Connectionless Remote Procedure Call; LLDP – Link Layer Discovery Protocol; MRP – Media Redundancy Protocol; SNMP – Simple Network Management Protocol. |
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| Module Hot swap capability | Supported |
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| Compatible controllers | RX3i CPE330, RX3i CPE302/CPE305/CPE310, RX3i CPU315/CPU320/CRU320, RX3i CPE302 |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Features
- Interfaces up to 31 Genius I/O devices with PROFINET controllers
- Transfers up to 2048 bytes total I/O data per station
- Provides two RJ45 PROFINET ports and two Genius serial ports
- Supports standard and extended Genius bus speeds of 153.6 kbps
- Includes Media Redundancy Protocol for ring network architectures
- Software configurable I/O production update rate from 2 ms to 512 ms
- Integrated SD card slot for configuration backups and firmware loading
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Applications
- Migration of legacy Genius I/O systems to PACSystems RX3i PROFINET architectures
- Distributed industrial fieldbus integration across Ethernet plant networks
- Redundant ring network communications utilizing Media Redundancy Protocol
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Connections / Interfaces
- Two RJ45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet communication ports
- Serial 1, Serial 2, Shield In, and Shield Out Genius serial connections
- External 24 VDC power connection terminal
- SD card interface for firmware and configuration management
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Installation Guidelines
- Mount the module in a panel or use an optional RX3i expansion slot kit.
- Connect an external 24 VDC power source capable of supplying at least 0.2 A.
- Disconnect external power before performing hot-swap removal or insertion.
- Maintain ambient operating temperatures between 0 degrees Celsius and 60 degrees Celsius.
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Configuration Guidelines
- Assign module parameters and I/O scan production rates via programming software.
- Select production rates between 2 ms and 512 ms based on network requirements.
- Utilize an SD card to restore module configurations or update operational firmware.
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Compatibility
- PACSystems RX3i controllers including CPE330, CPE302, CPE305, and CPE310
- PACSystems RX3i CPU315, CPU320, and CRU320 models
- Genius serial bus blocks and legacy field modules up to 31 devices
COMPATIBILITY
Compatibility & Replacement
COMPATIBLE MODELSPACSystems RX3i controllers including CPE330, CPE302, CPE305, and CPE310 PACSystems RX3i CPU315, CPU320, and CRU320 models Genius serial bus blocks and legacy field modules up to 31 devices
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PART VERIFICATION
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ORDERING PROCESS
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PRODUCT FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the IC695GCG001 gateway?
The IC695GCG001 links legacy Genius I/O devices on a Genius serial bus to PROFINET controllers.
How many Genius devices does the IC695GCG001 support?
The module manages up to 31 Genius I/O blocks on a single Genius bus.
What external power does the IC695GCG001 require?
It requires an external 24 VDC power supply drawing 0.19 A to 0.2 A.
Can the IC695GCG001 be hot-swapped during operation?
Yes, but hot-swapping requires disconnecting the external 24 VDC power supply first.
