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Q: What is the purpose of the IC693CBL300 cable?
A: It extends the I/O bus of a 90-30 PLC rack up to 1 meter, enabling placement of remote I/O modules where needed.
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Q: Is the IC693CBL300 compatible with all 90-30 I/O racks?
A: Yes, it mates with any standard 90-30 bus backplane using the 20-pin DIN connector.
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Q: What environment can the cable operate in?
A: It operates from –20 °C to +70 °C and is rated for indoor industrial use.
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Q: How is the cable shielded?
A: A tin-plated copper braid over the conductors provides effective EMI/RFI protection.
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Q: Can longer cables be used?
A: For distances beyond 1 meter, GE recommends IC693CBL304 or longer lengths up to 20 meters.
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Q: How are the connectors secured?
A: Standard push-fit 20-pin DIN connectors latch into the rack backplane.
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Q: What maintenance does the cable require?
A: Periodic inspection for cuts or abrasions in the PVC jacket is recommended.
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Q: Does the cable support hot-swap of I/O modules?
A: Yes, remote I/O modules can be replaced without shutting down the CPU, provided safe-power procedures are followed.
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Q: What is the data rate over the cable?
A: The cable supports up to 1 Mbaud communication between CPU and I/O racks.
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Q: Is the IC693CBL300 RoHS compliant?
A: Yes, it meets RoHS standards for hazardous substance reduction.