GE PACSystems RX3i IC695GCG001 – Genius Communications Gateway for smart migration

The GE IC695GCG001 is a Genius Communications Gateway module for PACSystems RX3i. If you’re modernizing a plant that still runs solid Genius I/O drops, this module typically lets you keep those networks in service while moving control to an RX3i platform. From my experience, it’s the piece that helps you transition without pulling miles of cable or touching every field device. You might notice that commissioning goes faster because it maps Genius data into the RX3i project with familiar tools.

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Key Features

• Genius network connectivity – Interfaces RX3i systems to existing Genius I/O devices and drops, reducing retrofit scope and downtime.
• Migration-friendly mapping – In many cases, Genius I/O points are mapped cleanly into RX3i variables, easing tag reuse and logic verification.
• Deterministic fieldbus behavior – Preserves the predictable scan behavior expected from Genius networks, which is important for motion interlocks or fast discrete logic.
• Diagnostics and status – Front-panel indicators and readable diagnostics help maintenance teams pinpoint drop issues quickly.
• Backplane-powered – No separate supply; installs as a standard RX3i module for a tidy control cabinet layout.
• Configured with Proficy Machine Edition – Uses the typical GE/Emerson toolchain many teams already maintain.

Technical Specifications

Related or Supporting Products

• IC695PNC001 – PROFINET Controller for RX3i; often paired when a project needs Genius devices exposed within a PROFINET architecture.
• IC695CPU320 / IC695CPL410 – RX3i CPUs; choose based on performance and on-board comms needs.
• IC695PSD040 – RX3i power supply; size it with backplane loading, including the IC695GCG001 draw.
• IC695CHS012 – 12-slot RX3i baseplate; other baseplate sizes are available depending on rack layout.
• IC693BEM331 – Series 90-30 Genius Bus Controller; a legacy alternative when staying on 90-30 hardware.
• Genius network accessories – approved trunk cable, terminators, and drop connectors (part numbers vary by cable family).

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet and environment – Mount the RX3i rack in a ventilated enclosure. Keep ambient 0–60 °C and below 95% RH non‑condensing. Separate fieldbus cabling from high‑voltage and VFD conductors.
• Wiring the Genius trunk – Use shielded twisted‑pair per Genius guidelines. Terminate only at each end of the trunk. Ground the shield at a single point to control noise.
• ESD & safety – De‑energize the system before inserting/removing modules. Use proper ESD precautions when handling the IC695GCG001.
• Configuration – Set up drops and data mapping in Proficy Machine Edition. It appears that keeping a one‑to‑one mapping with legacy tags makes validation quicker during migration.
• Routine maintenance – Periodically inspect terminal tightness and shield continuity. Back up the project after any change. Check for firmware updates during planned downtime.

Quality & Certifications

• Typically meets CE and UL/cUL requirements for industrial control equipment; RoHS compliant.
• Manufactured under ISO 9001 quality systems (typical for PACSystems hardware).
• Manufacturer’s standard warranty applies; our coverage is 365 days from delivery.