KUKA C2 Controller Interbus Fiber Optic Modules: 00-192-295 / 00-192-296 / 00-118-966

Technical Dossier

Product Details And Specifications

KUKA C2 Controller Series: Comprehensive Interbus Fiber Optic Module Range and Technical Overview

The KUKA C2 controller platform represents a pivotal generation in KUKA Roboter GmbH's industrial robot control architecture, deployed extensively across heavy-industry sectors including automotive body-in-white assembly, chemical plant material handling, nuclear facility maintenance robotics, and refinery process automation. The C2 cabinet controller succeeded the C1 generation and preceded the KRC1/KRC2 transition, occupying a critical installed base in facilities where robot replacement is cost-prohibitive. The Interbus fiber optic communication cards — specifically part numbers 00-192-295, 00-192-296, and 00-118-966 — are the primary fieldbus interface modules enabling the C2 controller to communicate with peripheral I/O nodes, conveyor systems, and safety PLCs via the Interbus-S (IBS) protocol over plastic or glass fiber optic cabling. These modules are no longer in active production, making verified surplus stock the only viable sourcing channel for maintenance operations.

The Evolution of KUKA C2 Controller Architecture

KUKA's controller architecture evolved through distinct generations: the C1 (early 1980s, relay-logic based), C2 (mid-1980s to mid-1990s, PC-based with proprietary backplane), KRC1 (late 1990s, Windows NT/VME hybrid), KRC2 (2000–2010, standardized PC architecture), and the current KRC4/KRC5 platform. The C2 generation introduced a modular backplane design with dedicated slots for CPU, I/O, and fieldbus communication cards. Interbus-S was selected as the primary fieldbus due to its deterministic ring topology and suitability for time-critical robot peripheral communication. The fiber optic variant of the Interbus interface (as opposed to copper RS-485) was mandated in environments with high electromagnetic interference — common in welding cells and high-voltage switchgear areas. Compatibility between C2 Interbus cards and later KRC1 systems is not supported at the hardware level; the backplane bus architecture, slot pitch, and firmware handshake protocols are incompatible. Facilities running C2 controllers must source C2-specific spare parts exclusively.

KUKA C2 Interbus Fiber Optic Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following part numbers are documented within the KUKA C2 controller spare parts ecosystem. Each entry reflects a distinct hardware revision or functional variant within the Interbus fiber optic communication subsystem.

Interbus / Fiber Optic Communication Cards

• 00-192-295: C2 Interbus-S fiber optic master card, primary fieldbus ring controller, single-channel
• 00-192-296: C2 Interbus-S fiber optic master card, secondary/redundant channel variant, hardware revision B
• 00-118-966: C2 Interbus fiber optic interface card, compatible with C2 backplane slot 4–6, earlier firmware baseline
• 00-192-297: C2 Interbus copper-to-fiber media converter daughterboard, used with 00-192-295
• 00-118-967: C2 Interbus remote bus coupler interface, fiber optic variant, for extended ring segments
• 00-107-800: C2 controller CPU board, 80486-based, primary processing unit for C2 cabinet
• 00-107-801: C2 CPU board, hardware revision C, extended RAM configuration
• 00-107-850: C2 digital input module, 24V DC, 16-channel, backplane-mounted
• 00-107-851: C2 digital output module, 24V DC, 16-channel, relay-isolated
• 00-107-852: C2 analog input module, 4-channel, ±10V / 4–20mA configurable
• 00-107-853: C2 analog output module, 4-channel, ±10V, 12-bit resolution
• 00-118-900: C2 power supply module, 24V DC regulated, backplane feed, 10A rated
• 00-118-901: C2 power supply module, redundant hot-swap variant, for critical uptime installations
• 00-192-200: C2 PROFIBUS-DP master card, alternative fieldbus option to Interbus, backplane compatible
• 00-192-201: C2 DeviceNet scanner card, North American market variant, backplane slot 5–7
• 00-192-250: C2 serial communication card, RS-232/RS-422, for teach pendant and host PC interface
• 00-192-251: C2 Ethernet gateway card, 10BASE-T, for KCP data logging and remote diagnostics
• 00-107-900: C2 backplane bus terminator card, required at final slot position in all C2 configurations

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete KUKA C2 Interbus Parts

The KUKA C2 controller series reached end-of-production in the mid-1990s and entered full end-of-support status by the early 2000s. KUKA Roboter GmbH no longer manufactures, repairs, or provides firmware updates for C2-generation hardware. For facilities operating C2 robots under long-term maintenance contracts — particularly in automotive stamping plants, foundries, and process industries where robot replacement requires extensive re-engineering — DriveKNMS maintains a dedicated inventory of tested C2 spare parts sourced from decommissioned systems, authorized surplus channels, and controlled-environment storage. Part numbers 00-192-295, 00-192-296, and 00-118-966 are stocked subject to availability and are dispatched with full functional test documentation. DriveKNMS provides lifecycle extension support including cross-reference identification for unmarked boards, firmware version verification, and compatibility confirmation against specific C2 cabinet serial number ranges.

Quality Control for the KUKA C2 Interbus Fiber Optic Range

KUKA C2 Interbus fiber optic cards present specific test challenges due to their proprietary backplane bus protocol and the absence of modern diagnostic software support. DriveKNMS applies the following verification procedures to all C2 Interbus modules prior to dispatch: (1) Visual inspection for capacitor degradation, PCB trace corrosion, and connector pin integrity — common failure modes in boards stored beyond 15 years. (2) Backplane bus signal integrity test using a C2-compatible test rig to verify address decoding, interrupt lines, and data bus handshake. (3) Fiber optic transceiver power output measurement (850nm wavelength, plastic fiber standard) to confirm transmitter LED output within specification. (4) Interbus ring initialization test: the card is installed in a live C2 test cabinet and a minimum 4-node Interbus ring is established to confirm master controller functionality, remote bus coupler recognition, and cyclic data exchange. (5) Firmware revision logging: the firmware version is recorded and cross-referenced against known-compatible C2 software releases to prevent version mismatch on installation. All units are shipped with an individual test report referencing the specific part number, serial number, and test date.

For sourcing inquiries, cross-reference requests, or bulk spare parts orders for KUKA C2 Interbus fiber optic modules:

• Email: [email protected]
• WhatsApp: +86 18359293191
• Web: driveknms.com
• © 2026 DriveKNMS. All rights reserved.