{"product_id":"ic695cmu310-ge-fanuc-serial-communications-modules-pacsystems-rx3i","title":"IC695CMU310 GE Fanuc Serial Communications Modules PACSystems RX3i","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC695CMU310\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC695CMU310\u003c\/strong\u003e Serial Communications Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for multi-protocol serial data exchange within PACSystems RX3i platforms. The unit processes asynchronous serial streams through dedicated physical interfaces, routing industrial communication protocols directly to the controller central processing unit across the system backplane.\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\u003eIC695CMU310\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\u003e0.22 kg (0.49 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\u003e430 mA at +3.3 VDC, 0 mA at +5 VDC (from backplane bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 independent software-configurable ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort 1 Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 (isolated), RS-485 (two-wire or four-wire)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort 2 Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 (isolated), RS-485 (two-wire or four-wire)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaud Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocols Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus Master, Modbus Slave, Serial I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 VAC continuous (port-to-port and port-to-backplane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Deterministic Backplane Communication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial interface leverages the high-velocity bus communication velocity capabilities of the RX3i universal backplane to synchronize industrial network signals. System memory maps and I\/O density scaling are handled within the primary engineering software, which enables precise channel tuning and ensures full firmware flash compatibility. This direct register access provides deterministic integration parameters when exchanging local serial field data over upper-level networks via Profinet or EtherNet\/IP bus setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the IC695CMU310 module require an external 24 VDC power supply connection for operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the module draws all required operating current directly from the internal +3.3 VDC backplane rail of the universal chassis, eliminating the need for external power terminal wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can both serial ports on the module be configured with different communication protocols at the same time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, Port 1 and Port 2 are completely separate channels. They can be designated to run independent baud rates, station addresses, and protocol formats (such as Modbus Master on Port 1 and Serial I\/O on Port 2) simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slide the module into any available slot on an RX3i Universal Backplane (IC695CHSxxx). Push until the top and bottom locking levers engage securely with the chassis frame to ensure a low-impedance ground path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: For RS-485 long-distance network segments, apply external 120 Ohm terminating resistors across the Rx\/Tx differential pairs at both physical endpoints of the bus line to stop signal reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use high-quality twisted-pair shielded instrumentation cables for all RS-232 and RS-485 connections. Ground the cable shield wire at only one termination point to avoid creating electrical ground loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Route serial communication wiring through dedicated low-voltage wire trays. Keep these data lines isolated from high-voltage motor starters, AC lines, and switching inductive loads to prevent electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53518528217272,"sku":"IC695CMU310","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/IC695CMU310_2.jpg?v=1779956369","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/ic695cmu310-ge-fanuc-serial-communications-modules-pacsystems-rx3i","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}