IC698CPE020 | GE Fanuc PACSystems RX7i CPU Module

Technical Core Specifications

The following technical parameters define the operational limits and performance capabilities of the IC698CPE020 (part number IC698CPE020):

• Processor Architecture: 700 MHz Intel Pentium III Microprocessor

• User Logic Memory: 10 MB of RAM dedicated to user program logic

• Storage Media: Supports non-volatile Flash memory (10 MB) and battery-backed SRAM

• Performance Metrics: 0.14 ms execution time per 1000 Boolean contacts or coils

• Logic Capacity: Support for up to 512 program blocks with a maximum size of 128 KB per block

• I/O Capacity: 32 Kbits for Discrete I/O and 32 KWords for Analog I/O

• Programming Standards: Fully compliant with IEC 61131-3 (Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram) and C programming

• Power Consumption: Requires 4.5 Amps at +5 VDC; 0.042 Amps at +12 VDC; 0.008 Amps at -12 VDC

• Environmental Mounting: Occupies a single slot in the RX7i rack system

Network and Communication Interface

The IC698CPE020 is equipped with a comprehensive set of integrated ports to facilitate plant-wide connectivity and peripheral device integration:

• Ethernet Connectivity: Two 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing RJ45 LAN ports

• Ethernet Protocols: Supports SRTP, Modbus/TCP (Server and Client), and Ethernet Global Data (EGD)

• Serial Interface: Two RS-232/RS-485 ports and one dedicated RS-232 Station Manager port

• Serial Protocols: Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, and Generic Serial I/O

• Advanced Features: Embedded FTP and Webserver support for up to 16 concurrent connections

• Redundancy: Media redundancy available via LAN 2; Controller synchronization supported via dedicated LAN 3

Operational Capabilities and Applications

Designed for large-scale industrial applications, the IC698CPE020 excels in environments requiring intensive floating-point operations and high-speed data processing. It is frequently deployed in power generation, water treatment, and complex manufacturing lines where the VME64-based backplane of the RX7i provides superior bandwidth for high-density I/O.

Technical FAQ

Which programming software is required for this CPU?

The IC698CPE020 is typically configured and programmed using Proficy Machine Edition (PME).

Does this module support hot-swapping?

While the RX7i system is robust, the CPU should be installed or removed only when the rack power is disconnected to prevent damage to the Pentium III processor and memory circuits.

How is data retained during a power loss?

The module utilizes a combination of battery-backed RAM and non-volatile Flash memory to ensure user logic and register data are preserved.