The GE IC670GBI002 is a Field Control Bus Interface Unit (BIU) designed for GE Fanuc Field Control I/O systems, acting as the critical communication gateway between a host PLC or industrial computer and distributed field I/O modules over the Genius Bus network.
In industrial architecture, it serves as the system backbone module, managing data exchange, module coordination, and diagnostics for up to 8 I/O modules, making it essential in high-availability automation systems such as power plants, process industries, and large-scale manufacturing lines.
Technical Specifications
The IC670GBI002 is engineered for high-speed deterministic communication and reliable distributed I/O control.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Module Type | Bus Interface Unit (BIU) |
| Series | GE Fanuc Field Control / IC670 Series |
| Communication Protocol | Genius Bus |
| Supported I/O Modules | Up to 8 field I/O modules |
| Data Exchange Capacity | 128 bytes input / 128 bytes output per scan |
| Power Supply | 18–30 VDC (24 VDC nominal) |
| Input Power Options | 115 VAC / 125 VDC supported (variant dependent) |
| Power Consumption | ~16.8 W |
| Backplane Output Power | 6.5 VDC, up to 1.4 A |
| Inrush Current | 15–50 A (short duration) |
| Hold-up Time | 10–20 ms |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Mounting Method | DIN rail + terminal base |
| Diagnostics | Module + system-level diagnostics |
| Redundancy | Supports hot standby CPU configuration |
The module is widely recognized for its ability to maintain continuous real-time communication even under high system load conditions, ensuring stable industrial operation.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 292 × 130 × 27 mm |
| Weight | ~0.32 kg |
Recommended Related Models
- IC670CHS series – Field Control terminal bases
- IC670MDL digital I/O modules
- IC670ALG analog input/output modules
- GE 90-30 CPU modules (IC693 series)
- GE 90-70 PLC systems
Popular Industrial Alternatives
- Siemens ET200 distributed I/O systems
- Allen-Bradley FLEX I/O / POINT I/O systems
- Schneider Modicon Quantum remote I/O
- Yokogawa STARDOM field controllers
- GE VersaMax distributed I/O platforms
