Brand: GE Fanuc

Series: 90-70 series

Part number: IC697CMM742M

Description: FIP bus controller

Application: FIP or World FIP I/O serial bus

Operating voltage: 5.0V DC

Backplane current: 1.3 amps

Location: IC697 PLC VME integrated rack

Connectivity: Dual 9-pin FIP bus connectors and 15-pin serial connectors

LED indicator: 6 leds

Average weight: 4.0kg

The IC697CMM742M FIP bus controller is a device used to coordinate data transmission and processing between components within a computer system. In FIP (such as WorldFIP Fieldbus) system, bus controller plays a crucial role.

IC697CMM742M WorldFIP fieldbus is a fully decentralized, fully digital, intelligent, bidirectional, interconnected, multi-variable, multi-point, multi-station communication system used between the field instrument and the control system and the control room. It uses standard communication protocols such as HDLC (double loop four packet format) and the standard Ethernet-based TCP/IP protocol, which can support high-speed data transmission and improve communication efficiency.

In WorldFIP fieldbus, IC697CMM742M bus controller uses twisted pair, optical fiber or wireless communication medium for data transmission through serial communication. During data transmission, packets are exchanged between devices, and each packet contains a specific set of information, such as sensor readings, control instructions, and so on. The bus controller sends a signal to each component informing them when they can begin data transmission and processing, as well as the mode and format of transmission. At the same time, the bus controller is also responsible for detecting and correcting errors that occur during transmission.

In general, the IC697CMM742M FIP bus controller plays an important role in coordinating and controlling data transmission in the FIP system, ensuring the efficient, stable and reliable operation of the system.