GE Fanuc IC660ELB921 Single Slot PCIM Card

GE Fanuc IC660ELB921 PC Interface Module Product Introduction

Core Technical Specifications

• Brand & Model: Manufactured by GE Fanuc, the IC660ELB921 PCIM is the key model.
• Electrical Requirements: The card needs a stable 5 VDC ±10% logic power source, drawing a maximum of 400 milliamps.
• Communication & Speed: It supports standard Genius protocols at baud rates of 38.4K, 76.8K, and 153.6K.
• Host Interface: You install this AT-style board into a standard ISA slot on your host computer’s motherboard.
• Memory Mapping: The main board requires only 4 bytes of memory from the host system for operation.
• I/O Capacity: This module can handle up to 8,000 input and 8,000 output data locations on the Genius bus.
• Bus Loading: It features a bus drive capability of 10 LS TTL loads per output line.

Physical Design and Configuration

• Daughtercard Support: The module supports one daughtercard, specifically the compatible IC660ELB912 model.
• Status Indicators: Two LED lights provide clear status for Genius OK and Communication OK functions.
• Configuration Software: Use the provided software to independently configure the daughtercard for your specific application needs.
• Connection Options: It offers both board edge terminals and external connectors for serial bus and handheld monitor access.

Environmental Durability and Operation

• Operating Temperature: The unit performs reliably in temperatures from 0 to 60 degrees Celsius (32 to 140°F).
• Storage Temperature: You can store it safely in environments from -40 to +70°C (-40 to 158°F).
• Humidity & Altitude: It operates in 5-95% non-condensing humidity and at altitudes up to 40,000 feet.
• Robust Construction: The design ensures high consistency, broad diagnostics, and strong noise protection for industrial settings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Is this product new and original?
  A: Yes, we offer only brand new and original surplus stock for the IC660ELB921.
• Q: What is your shipping time and policy?
  A: We ship available items within 5 business days using DHL, FedEx, or UPS. We also support a 30-day return policy.
• Q: Can this module work as both an input and output card?
  A: It can manage both, but you must configure it for combined I/O. It can also be set for input-only or output-only operation.
• Q: How many Genius devices can it manage?
  A: The module can manage errors for a minimum of 30 devices on the Genius serial bus.
• Q: What is the memory requirement for the daughtercard?
  A: While the main board uses 4 bytes, the installed daughtercard requires an additional 16 Kbytes of memory.
• Q: Is special software needed to use this PCIM?
  A: Yes, you use the supplied configuration software and library for MS-DOS to interface with your user-developed applications.