GE IC697BEM721 PLC System I/O Link Interface Module

• High-speed serial interface: Enables high-speed data transmission between the PLC and external devices, which can effectively improve the data processing efficiency and response speed of the system, meeting the application scenarios with high real-time requirements in industrial automation systems.
• CNC compatibility: It has good compatibility with various CNC (Computer Numerical Control) equipment, making it easy to integrate into numerical control systems. It can be conveniently connected and communicated with CNC machine tools, robots and other equipment to achieve precise control and management of these devices.
• Stable power supply: The backplane current of this module is 1.3 amperes, which can provide a stable power supply, ensuring the stability and reliability of the module during operation and reducing system failures caused by power fluctuations.
• Convenient status monitoring: Equipped with three status LEDs, which indicate the working status of the module through different colors and flashing frequencies, such as power status, communication status, fault status, etc. It is convenient for operators to quickly understand the operation of the module and timely detect and solve problems.

• Communication connection: As an I/O link interface module, its main function is to establish a communication bridge between the GE IC697 PLC and the CNC-compatible serial I/O link on the GE Fanuc I/O link, realizing bidirectional data transmission. This enables the PLC to effectively interact with external CNC equipment, sensors, actuators, etc.
• Data conversion and processing: It can convert and process the data transmitted between the PLC and external devices to ensure that the data format, protocol, etc. meet the requirements of both parties. It can convert the digital signals output by the PLC into a signal form suitable for external devices to receive, and at the same time convert the signals fed back by external devices into a format that the PLC can recognize and process.
• I/O expansion: It can expand the I/O capability of the PLC, connect more input and output devices, and increase the number of control points and functions of the system. According to actual application needs, it can connect multiple digital input/output modules, analog input/output modules, etc., to achieve comprehensive control of complex industrial processes.

• CNC machine tools: In the field of CNC machine tools, the IC697BEM721 module can be used to connect the numerical control system with various actuators and sensors of the machine tool, such as motor drivers, tool sensors, position encoders, etc. It realizes precise control of the machine tool and monitoring of the machining process, ensuring the accuracy and quality of part processing.
• Robot control: In the robot control system, this module can be used as a communication interface between the PLC and the robot controller to realize functions such as motion control, attitude adjustment, and task allocation of the robot, enabling the robot to complete various complex operation tasks according to preset programs and instructions.
• Automated production lines: In automated production lines, the IC697BEM721 module can be used to connect various equipment and workstations in the production line, such as conveyors, sorting equipment, packaging equipment, etc. It realizes the automatic operation and coordinated control of the production line, improving production efficiency and the consistency of product quality.