Product

This module is designed to provide reliable and efficient data communication within GE industrial control systems such as the Mark VIe series. It connects controllers and various I/O modules as part of the internal I/O network (IONet), ensuring real-time performance and system stability. With 10 available slots, it supports multiple types of communication modules for easy expansion and customized configuration.

Communication Features

Number of Slots: 10, supporting multiple communication modules.

Communication Technology: Ethernet APL (Advanced Physical Layer) based on full-duplex, DC balance, point-to-point communication.

PAM3 modulation

Symbol rate: 7.5 MBd

4B3T encoding

Two amplitude modes supported

Transmission distance up to 1,000 m

Communication Ports: Ethernet, RS-232, and RS-485

Technical Specifications

Power Requirement: AC 85–240 V (also supports DC 24 V); recommended to install power purification components.

Input Voltage: 24 V DC

Memory: 2 MB RAM, 4 MB flash memory

Dimensions (W × H × D): 38 cm × 23 cm × 10.7 cm

Weight: 3 kg

Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C

Installation Method: Supports DIN-rail or panel installation

Functional Purpose

Primarily used in GE’s industrial control systems (e.g., Mark VIe series), this module serves as a key part of the internal I/O network (IONet). It provides robust, high-speed data communication between controllers and I/O modules, ensuring real-time operation and system stability in industrial automation environments.