Description
The following is a detailed product description of IC660ELB912:
The
IC660ELB912 is a Micro GENI network interface board under the GE Fanuc brand, now belonging to Emerson Automation
123. It is designed to be a daughterboard in a user’s microprocessor system
18. The
IC660ELB912 can be interfaced with the motherboard in any CPU-type device that can read and write to the general-purpose shared RAM on the Micro GENI
1. It handles all data transfers between the host and the Genius I/O bus, enabling the host to control remote I/O with the advantages of the Genius I/O system, like high reliability and noise immunity
18. In addition, it allows the host to communicate with other hosts through the communication features of the Genius LAN
18. The
IC660ELB912 also acts as a general-purpose controller, taking care of initialization tasks and managing faults for over 30 other bus devices
13.
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Operating Voltage |
5V DC138 |
| Current Consumption |
1.0 A on single-channel PCIM; 1.5 A on a dual-channel PCIM with 2 daughterboards3 |
| Memory Requirement |
16 KB for single daughterboard, 32 KB for two daughterboards3 |
| Communication Baud Rates |
38.4K, 76.8K, 153.6K standard, or 153.6K extended23 |
| Communication Protocol |
Genius protocol3 |
| Supported Devices |
30 per daughtercard3 |
| Compatibility |
IBM PC/AT/XT3 |
| LED Indicators |
Geni OK, Comms OK3 |
| Ambient Operating Temperature |
0 – 60 degrees Celsius3 |
| Storage Temperature |
-40 – +70 degrees Celsius3 |
| Humidity |
5% – 95% (non-condensing)3 |
| Dimensions |
Length: 266 mm (10.47 inches), Width: 302 mm (11.89 inches), Height: 133 mm (5.24 inches)8 |
| Weight |
0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)8 |
- High Reliability: The IC660ELB912 is designed with the characteristics of the Genius I/O system, which has high reliability and strong noise immunity, ensuring stable operation in harsh industrial environments.
- Flexible Communication: It supports multiple configurable data rates and can communicate with other controllers through global data, datagrams and directed control data messages, offering great flexibility in communication.
- Easy Integration: As a daughterboard, it can be easily integrated into a user’s microprocessor system with IBM PC/AT/XT compatibility, facilitating system expansion and upgrade.
- Application Areas: The IC660ELB912 is widely used in various industrial automation fields, such as manufacturing, energy, and water treatment. It can be used in systems that require remote I/O control and network communication, like automated production lines, power distribution monitoring systems, and water treatment control systems.
- Case Study: In a manufacturing plant’s automated production line, the IC660ELB912 is used to connect the host controller with remote I/O devices on the Genius I/O network. It controls and monitors the operation of various production equipment, such as conveyor belts, robotic arms and sensors. With its high-reliability communication and stable performance, the production line has achieved high efficiency and stability, reducing equipment failure rate and maintenance costs.
Compared with some similar network interface boards, the IC660ELB912 has the following advantages. It has a relatively rich set of communication protocols and data rates, providing more choices for different application scenarios. Its strong compatibility with IBM PC systems makes it easier to integrate into existing systems, reducing the cost of system transformation and upgrade. In terms of reliability, with the support of the Genius I/O system’s features, it can better adapt to complex industrial environments and ensure the stability of data transmission and system operation.
- Compatibility: When selecting the IC660ELB912, make sure that your host system is compatible with it, especially whether it is an IBM PC/AT/XT compatible system. Also, check if the communication protocol and data rate match your system requirements.
- Function Requirements: Consider the number of remote I/O devices that need to be controlled and managed. If you have a large number of devices, make sure the board can meet the demand for controlling 30 bus devices.
- Budget: Although the IC660ELB912 offers high performance and reliability, also consider your budget. Weigh the cost against the features and performance to ensure it meets your economic needs.
- Installation: When installing the IC660ELB912, use spacers, screws, standoffs or plastic PCB supports to mount it on the motherboard through the four corner holes. Do not use any adhesive products on the board18. Ensure that there is at least 1/8 inch of space around the board to avoid obstructing airflow13.
- Power Supply: The board requires a 5V DC power source to operate logic power. Make sure the power supply is stable and meets the current requirements123.
- Configuration: Configure the board’s communication parameters, such as baud rate, according to the actual application requirements. If using multiple daughterboards, make sure they are set to the same baud rate3.
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