OVERVIEW

Official designation: GE Fanuc IC200PBI001 (VersaMax, Profibus Network Interface Unit)

Role/Application: A high-performance Profibus-DP slave device that acts as a controller, integrating up to 64 VersaMax I/O modules into a Profibus network for distributed industrial control.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: 250 mA from plus 5V bus

Interfaces / Ports: 9-pin D-sub female connector

Indicators: Five LEDs: PWR, OK, FAULT, NETWORK, FORCE

Operating Temp: 0 degrees C to 60 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: Profibus-DP slave, VersaMax I/O system

Limit: Maximum I/O data 375 bytes

Lifecycle: Active

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What is the range of Profibus network addresses that can be set using the unit's rotary selector switch?

A: The configurable Profibus network address range for this Network Interface Unit is 1 to 125.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: How is the Network Interface Unit physically mounted in an industrial enclosure?

A: The IC200PBI001 is designed for easy installation via simple click-on mounting to a standard DIN rail.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: What does an amber status on the Network LED typically indicate regarding communication health?

A: An amber Network LED means the Profibus master rejected the configuration data sent by the NIU.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: What is the maximum number of I/O modules that can be connected under one Profibus Network Interface Unit?

A: The maximum capacity is 64 I/O modules across up to eight I/O expansion racks.