{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693pcm311-serial-communications-modules-ge-fanuc-series-90-30","title":"GE Fanuc IC693PCM311 Serial Communications Modules GE Fanuc Series 90-30","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693PCM311\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eIC693PCM311\u003c\/strong\u003e Programmable Coprocessor Module utilized to execute complex communication tasks and data processing sequences across Series 90-30 platforms. Operating independently of the primary controller central processing unit cycle, the card interprets custom script logic, manages real-time serial protocol decoding, and shifts structured data blocks across the parallel backplane bus interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003eIC693PCM311\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.32 kg (0.71 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 x 140 x 35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mA at +5 VDC (from backplane bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroprocessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntel 80C188 running at 16 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e192 KB total user space (64 KB RAM, 128 KB Flash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 independent serial ports (Port 1: RS-232 \/ Port 2: RS-485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Baud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19200 bps per port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Operating Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCCM, MegaBasic execution program, RTU Master, Custom ASCII I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coprocessor architecture employs dedicated local memory arrays to maximize backplane bus communication velocity indexes without injecting interrupt latencies into the primary baseplate processing tasks. Hardware settings and script maps are stored inside non-volatile memory chips engineered to uphold full firmware flash compatibility through standard system update cycles. This detached processing layer scales efficiently alongside dynamic system variables, keeping high-speed serial translations completely synchronized when routing system parameters out through Profinet \/ EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the physical execution of custom scripts managed inside the IC693PCM311 module without loading the main PLC CPU?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module contains an on-board 16 MHz Intel 80C188 microprocessor and an independent runtime execution kernel. It runs its compiled MegaBasic or CCM program tasks locally, drawing power from the backplane but using zero instruction cycles from the main controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can both serial communication ports on the IC693PCM311 be used concurrently for different network protocols?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. Port 1 (RS-232) and Port 2 (RS-485) function as completely discrete hardware channels. They can be programmed with different baud rates, parity options, and operational protocols to interface with distinct field devices simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Pin Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Disconnect all primary incoming power to the Series 90-30 baseplate prior to installation. Align the module rear board connector with the chosen chassis slot and press straight down until the faceplate latch hooks lock the module onto the rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Cable Shield Grounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terminate the braided copper outer shields of all external serial communication cables directly to the common enclosure earth terminal block. Do not connect the shield line to the module faceplate screws to avoid injecting electrical transients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort 2 Bias and Termination Constraints\u003c\/strong\u003e: When operating Port 2 in a multi-drop RS-485 architecture across long physical lines, ensure external line-matching 120 Ohm termination resistors are wired across the terminal legs to suppress line reflection anomalies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Routing Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e: Track low-voltage communication paths within separate, isolated wire trays away from three-phase industrial AC lines or induction switching devices to minimize cross-talk interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53518880833720,"sku":"IC693PCM311","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/IC693PCM311_1.jpg?v=1779961599","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693pcm311-serial-communications-modules-ge-fanuc-series-90-30","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}