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GE IC687BEM713
by GE Fanuc
Read verified buyer reviews ↓OverviewUnleash the full potential of your GE Series One Plus Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system with the GE Fanuc IC687BEM713 Bus Transmitter Module. This essential component is engineered to facilitate robust and efficient remote I/O connections, allowing you to seamlessly extend your control system's reach and capacity. Designed for superior performance within industrial environments, the IC687BEM713 acts as a critical link, transmitting I/O bus signals from your main PLC to one or more remote expansion racks over a high-speed serial interface. By pairing this module with a compatible bus receiver module, engineers and system integrators can deploy flexible, scalable architectures that accommodate complex applications and cover vast distances, ensuring optimal data flow and system integrity. This module embodies GE Fanuc's commitment to reliable and high-performance industrial automation solutions.Key Features Functionality: Specifically designed to transmit I/O bus signals, effectively bridging the main PLC with expansion or remote I/O racks, enhancing system flexibility and reach. System Compatibility: Fully integrated and optimized for the GE Series One Plus PLC system, ensuring seamless operation and simplified installation within existing infrastructures. Use Case Synergy: Engineered to work in conjunction with a corresponding bus receiver module, such as the IC687BEM711, to establish comprehensive remote I/O communication links. Interface Robustness: Utilizes high-speed serial backplane communication, guaranteeing rapid and reliable data exchange vital for real-time industrial applications. Expansion Capabilities: Supports the remote mounting of additional I/O modules, providing a cost-effective solution for expanding your control system without extensive re-cabling of the main PLC. Technical Specifications Model Number: IC687BEM713 Voltage Requirements: Power is efficiently supplied via the base unit within the Series One Plus rack, simplifying wiring and reducing power consumption design. Module Type: Dedicated Bus Transmitter Module, optimized for its specific role in remote I/O communication. Communication Cable: Requires a shielded cable for secure and reliable connection to the corresponding bus receiver module, minimizing signal interference in industrial settings. Operating Temperature: Capable of operating across a wide temperature range from 0°C to 60°C, ensuring consistent performance in diverse industrial environments. Certifications: Complies with UL and CE standards, providing assurance of safety and quality (certification availability may vary by region). Mounting: Designed for standard slot mounting within the GE Series One Plus rack, facilitating easy integration and replacement. Applications Remote I/O Expansion: Ideal for expanding I/O capabilities within complex GE Series One Plus systems, enabling greater control over a wider array of devices and processes. Distributed Control Panels: Perfectly suited for implementing distributed control architectures across expansive industrial plants, where centralized control is augmented by localized I/O units. OEM Equipment Integration: A prime choice for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) seeking modular and highly scalable control solutions for their machinery and production lines. Long-Distance Communication: Essential for establishing reliable, long-distance communication pathways between the central CPU and remote I/O racks, overcoming geographical limitations within facilities. Why Choose This Model?The GE Fanuc IC687BEM713 stands out as a superior choice for enhancing your automation infrastructure due to several compelling advantages: Unmatched Remote Flexibility: This module empowers you to extend your control system's reach significantly, enabling rack expansion beyond the confines of the main enclosure. This flexibility is crucial for optimizing plant layout and reducing wiring complexity. Seamless Modular Integration: Engineered for effortless integration, the IC687BEM713 ensures quick setup and compatibility within your existing Series One Plus configuration. Order NowUpgrade your industrial control system today with the GE Fanuc IC687BEM713 Bus Transmitter Module. Improve operational efficiency and expand your capabilities.FAQWhat is the primary function of the IC687BEM713?It is designed to transmit I/O bus signals from a main GE Series One Plus PLC to remote expansion racks, facilitating extended control and greater system reach.What other module is needed to complete the remote I/O connection?The IC687BEM713 requires a compatible bus receiver module, such as the IC687BEM711, to establish a complete remote I/O communication link.What are the environmental operating conditions for this module?This module can operate reliably in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 60°C, making it suitable for various industrial environments.
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GE IC687BEM713
Overview
This is a genuine GE Fanuc component. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.
Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.
Key Features
- Genuine GE Fanuc catalog part
- Tested before shipment
- Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
- Cross-reference and revision assistance available
- Compatible with the broader GE Fanuc automation ecosystem
Compatibility
When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your GE Fanuc equipment. Where applicable, confirm:
- Input/output voltage and current rating
- Communication protocol and network role
- Mounting form factor and footprint
- Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
- Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)
Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.
Replacement Information
Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:
- Exact replacement — same GE Fanuc catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
- Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
- Engineered migration — current-generation GE Fanuc platform with documented conversion notes
Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: IC687BEM713
- Voltage Requirements: Power is efficiently supplied via the base unit within the Series One Plus rack, simplifying wiring and reducing power consumption design.
- Module Type: Dedicated Bus Transmitter Module, optimized for its specific role in remote I/O communication.
- Communication Cable: Requires a shielded cable for secure and reliable connection to the corresponding bus receiver module, minimizing signal interference in industrial settings.
- Operating Temperature: Capable of operating across a wide temperature range from 0°C to 60°C, ensuring consistent performance in diverse industrial environments.
- Certifications: Complies with UL and CE standards, providing assurance of safety and quality (certification availability may vary by region).
- Mounting: Designed for standard slot mounting within the GE Series One Plus rack, facilitating easy integration and replacement.
Applications
- Remote I/O Expansion: Ideal for expanding I/O capabilities within complex GE Series One Plus systems, enabling greater control over a wider array of devices and processes.
- Distributed Control Panels: Perfectly suited for implementing distributed control architectures across expansive industrial plants, where centralized control is augmented by localized I/O units.
- OEM Equipment Integration: A prime choice for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) seeking modular and highly scalable control solutions for their machinery and production lines.
- Long-Distance Communication: Essential for establishing reliable, long-distance communication pathways between the central CPU and remote I/O racks, overcoming geographical limitations within facilities.
Why Choose the IC687BEM713?
The GE Fanuc IC687BEM713 stands out as a superior choice for enhancing your automation infrastructure due to several compelling advantages:
- Unmatched Remote Flexibility: This module empowers you to extend your control system's reach significantly, enabling rack expansion beyond the confines of the main enclosure. This flexibility is crucial for optimizing plant layout and reducing wiring complexity.
- Seamless Modular Integration: Engineered for effortless integration, the IC687BEM713 ensures quick setup and compatibility within your existing Series One Plus configuration.
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- ▸Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
- ▸Buy with confidence: Every IC687BEM713 ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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