{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic690acc901-mini-converter-kit","title":"GE Fanuc IC690ACC901 Mini-Converter Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC690ACC901 Mini-Converter Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC690ACC901\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC690ACC901\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini-Converter Kit, provides bidirectional RS-232 to RS-485\/RS-422 signal conversion for GE PLC serial communication using SNP and SNP-X protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC690ACC901\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini-Converter Kit \/ Serial Communication Converter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.53 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePC Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDB-9 female, RS-232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLC Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDB-15 male, RS-485 \/ RS-422\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSNP (Series Ninety Protocol), SNP-X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Baud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 19,200 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+5 VDC from PLC serial port, Pin 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3 m (10 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 deg C to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95%, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBidirectional RS-232 to RS-485\/RS-422\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLC programming, upload, download, monitoring, and configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSerial Level Conversion and Industrial Control Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC690ACC901 contains the signal-conversion electronics within the connector\/cable assembly. The PC side accepts RS-232 signals through the DB-9 interface, while the PLC side provides differential serial communication through the 15-pin D-sub SNP port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating power is obtained from Pin 5 of the PLC serial port at +5 VDC. No external power adapter is specified. The converter supports SNP and SNP-X communications at rates up to 19,200 bps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo separate firmware interface or firmware flash update function is identified in the supplied specifications. Firmware compatibility should therefore be determined by the connected GE PLC, programming software, and communication protocol rather than by an undocumented converter firmware feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What electrical interfaces are converted by the IC690ACC901?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The converter provides bidirectional conversion between RS-232 on the PC side and differential RS-485\/RS-422 signaling on the GE PLC side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the converter powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IC690ACC901 receives +5 VDC directly from Pin 5 of the PLC 15-pin serial port. The specified power consumption is approximately 100 mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which serial protocols are supported?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The supplied specifications identify GE SNP (Series Ninety Protocol) and SNP-X. The specified communication rate is up to 19,200 bps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the DB-9 female connector to the host computer serial interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the DB-15 male connector to the compatible GE PLC serial port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the PLC serial port provides the specified +5 VDC supply on Pin 5 before energizing the converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the serial cable separately from high-current motor, contactor, and switching-power wiring where practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid unnecessary cable loops and sharp bends that can impose mechanical stress on the connector assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere shielded serial cabling is used, terminate the shield according to the PLC cabinet grounding scheme and avoid creating unintended ground-current paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the PLC serial port configuration and SNP or SNP-X communication parameters before initiating programming or monitoring operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply an external power source unless specifically supported by the equipment documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect power before changing the PLC-side connector where the installation procedure or equipment documentation requires a de-energized connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43672004624451,"sku":"IC690ACC901","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/5810\/3107\/files\/IC693CBK0032.png?v=1773125728","url":"https:\/\/www.plcdcspro.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic690acc901-mini-converter-kit","provider":"PLC DCS Pro Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}