GE Fanuc (Emerson) – IC200GBI001‑FF – VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit

The IC200GBI001‑FF is the FF revision of the VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) by GE Fanuc (now Emerson). It serves as the main bus controller for the Genius/VersaMax modular I/O system, supporting hot-swappable racks and robust diagnostics. Designed for industrial automation, it manages data exchange between I/O modules and host controllers or PLCs.

Key Features:

• Model / Revision: IC200GBI001‑FF (FF revision)  

• I/O Capacity:

  • Supports up to 8 modules per rack, up to 8 racks (total 64 modules)  

  • Discrete I/O memory: 1,024 inputs + 1,024 outputs; Analog I/O memory: 128 bytes each  

• Network Performance:

  • Bus scan I/O: 128 bytes in / 128 bytes out per scan  

  • Serial Genius bus addressable 0–31; data rates: 153.6 kbaud (extended/standard), 76.8 kbaud, and 38.4 kbaud  

• Power Consumption: +5 V @ 250 mA; +3.3 V @ 10 mA  

• Diagnostics & Redundancy:

  • Enhanced Diagnostics Mode (EDM) supported in FF revision  

  • Supports media and hardware redundancy; removable bus connectors  

• Host Compatibility: Works with VersaMax PLCs, Genius Bus controllers, Series 90-70, PACSystems RX3i/RX7i (with compatible firmware)  

• Form Factor: DIN-rail mountable module (~133×86×38 mm, ~150–160 g)  

• Operational Range: Industrial grade, 0–60 °C; optional Zone 2/Div 2 approval available