GE IC600 BF830l CA1 Advanced Receiver Module for Series Six PLCs

The GE IC600 BF830l CA1 receives serial I/O data from remote transmitter modules. You can install this module directly into any standard Series Six I/O rack slot. It converts serial communication streams back into parallel backplane signals. This unit suits distributed I/O applications in large factory automation systems.

Technical Specifications and Hardware Layout

This advanced receiver module measures 335 mm in height. Its width reaches 30 mm, and the depth equals 178 mm. The GE IC600 BF830l CA1 weighs approximately 0.54 kilograms. A single internal PCB holds all communication and isolation circuits. The module contains no energy storage capacitors or batteries. One 25-pin D-sub connector provides the serial communication interface. A 48-pin edge connector interfaces directly with the Series Six backplane. Three status LEDs indicate power, data activity, and error conditions.

Communication Performance and Specifications

The GE IC600 BF830l CA1 supports baud rates up to 153.6 kbit/s. It receives up to 64 bytes of input data per scan from remote I/O racks. This module connects to coaxial cable networks with up to 500 meters distance. Consequently, you can place I/O racks far from the main PLC cabinet. The module provides optical isolation between the field cable and backplane logic. A built-in watchdog timer flags communication faults after 100 ms of inactivity. The receiver supports up to 16 remote transmitter modules on a single network.

Installation and Diagnostic Features

You must snap this module firmly into a standard Series Six rack slot. Transitioning to wiring, use 75-ohm coaxial cable for maximum distance. Three front LEDs show power, receive activity, and communication error status. The module includes a termination switch for end-of-line configuration. Always power off the PLC before removing or inserting the module. The operating temperature range spans from 0°C to 60°C reliably.