GE IC200EBI001 Ethernet Module

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                                                                                                                                                      GE IC200EBI001 Ethernet Module (VersaMax Ethernet Network Interface Unit)

                                                                                                                                                      

                                                                                                                                                       

                                                                                                                                                      The GE IC200EBI001 is an Ethernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU) used in the VersaMax PLC system, designed to connect VersaMax I/O stations to industrial Ethernet networks for remote I/O control and data communication.

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                                                                                                                                                      Basic Information

                                                                                                                                                      • Part Number: IC200EBI001
                                                                                                                                                      • Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation
                                                                                                                                                      • Series: VersaMax I/O System
                                                                                                                                                      • Type: Ethernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU / Remote I/O Module)
                                                                                                                                                      • Function: Provides Ethernet communication between PLC controller and distributed I/O racks

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                                                                                                                                                      Technical Specifications (Key)

                                                                                                                                                      • Communication Type: Ethernet 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation
                                                                                                                                                      • Protocol Support:
                                                                                                                                                        • Ethernet Global Data (EGD)
                                                                                                                                                        • Modbus TCP
                                                                                                                                                        • Remote I/O communication (VersaMax architecture)
                                                                                                                                                      • Ports: 1 × RJ45 Ethernet port
                                                                                                                                                      • Power Consumption: ~5V DC (backplane powered, low current ~175 mA @ 5V)
                                                                                                                                                      • I/O Capacity:
                                                                                                                                                        • Up to 64 modules per station (depending configuration)
                                                                                                                                                        • Large distributed I/O capacity (hundreds of discrete points)
                                                                                                                                                      • Indicators: PWR, OK, FAULT, LAN, STAT LEDs
                                                                                                                                                      • Mounting: DIN rail / VersaMax carrier system
                                                                                                                                                      • Configuration: Auto-configuration + software configuration (Proficy Machine Edition)

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                                                                                                                                                      Key Features

                                                                                                                                                      • Enables remote Ethernet-based I/O architecture
                                                                                                                                                      • Supports industrial protocols (EGD / Modbus TCP)
                                                                                                                                                      • Simple DIN-rail installation with VersaMax carriers
                                                                                                                                                      • Built-in diagnostics and LED status indicators
                                                                                                                                                      • Supports multi-rack distributed I/O systems
                                                                                                                                                      • Stable communication for industrial automation networks

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                                                                                                                                                      System Role (Important)

                                                                                                                                                      The IC200EBI001 acts as the communication gateway in a VersaMax system:

                                                                                                                                                      • Connects I/O racks to PLC or SCADA system
                                                                                                                                                      • Handles data exchange over Ethernet
                                                                                                                                                      • Manages distributed input/output modules
                                                                                                                                                      • Supports remote control of field devices

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                                                                                                                                                      Application Areas

                                                                                                                                                      • Industrial automation systems
                                                                                                                                                      • Oil & gas facilities
                                                                                                                                                      • Water treatment plants
                                                                                                                                                      • Manufacturing production lines
                                                                                                                                                      • Power plant auxiliary systems
                                                                                                                                                      • Distributed remote I/O control systems
                                                                                                                                                      • SCADA and PLC networking

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                                                                                                                                                      Advantages

                                                                                                                                                      • Easy Ethernet integration for legacy VersaMax systems
                                                                                                                                                      • Supports multiple industrial protocols
                                                                                                                                                      • Reduces wiring complexity via distributed I/O
                                                                                                                                                      • Reliable 24/7 industrial communication
                                                                                                                                                      • Strong compatibility with GE/Emerson PLC ecosystems

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                                                                                                                                                      Precautions

                                                                                                                                                      • Must be used with compatible VersaMax I/O carriers (IC200CHS series)
                                                                                                                                                      • Correct IP / network configuration required before operation
                                                                                                                                                      • Do not mix with incompatible NIU models (Genius vs Ethernet versions)
                                                                                                                                                      • Ensure proper grounding and shielded Ethernet cables
                                                                                                                                                      • Use Proficy Machine Edition for correct configuration

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