IC698CRE030 | GE Fanuc PACSystems RX7i 600MHz 64MB CPU with Ethernet

Core Controller Functionality

The IC698CRE030 is a high-performance Central Processing Unit designed for the PACSystems RX7i VME64-based platform. This controller is engineered for complex industrial applications requiring high-speed logic execution and large-scale data handling. Driven by a 600 MHz Celeron processor, the IC698CRE030 (Part Number: IC698CRE030) provides a unified control engine that integrates discrete, process, and motion control in a single rack. Its native support for dual-processor redundancy makes it a foundational component for mission-critical systems where continuous uptime is mandatory.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

The following parameters detail the processing power and connectivity of the IC698CRE030:

• Processor Architecture: 600 MHz Pentium-class CPU

• User Memory: 64 MB of battery-backed RAM for logic and documentation

• I/O Capacity: Supports up to 32K discrete I/O bits and 32K words of analog I/O

• Execution Speed: 0.069 ms per 1K of Boolean logic

• Integrated Connectivity: One auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port (RJ-45)

• Serial Interfaces: Two ports supporting RS-232 and RS-485 signaling

• Protocol Compatibility: Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, and Serial I/O

• Redundancy Capability: Integrated Hot Standby support for high-availability clusters

• Internal Current Demand: 3.2 Amps at 5 VDC

• Environmental Limits: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) operating range

Advanced Networking and Redundancy

Unlike standard CPU modules, the IC698CRE030 features an embedded Ethernet interface that supports web-based data monitoring and high-speed peer-to-peer communication. It is specifically optimized for "Bumpless" Hot Standby redundancy, ensuring that a standby controller can take over process control within milliseconds of a primary unit failure. This module utilizes the VME64 backplane to facilitate rapid data transfers between the CPU and intelligent I/O modules, making it suitable for high-speed pharmaceutical, power generation, and water treatment applications.

Maintenance and Diagnostic Features

The faceplate of the IC698CRE030 includes a comprehensive LED array for real-time diagnostics, covering CPU status, Ethernet activity, and redundancy synchronization. It also features a three-position run/stop switch for manual mode control and a battery-backed clock to maintain system time during power cycles. The module's firmware can be updated via the integrated serial or Ethernet ports, ensuring long-term compatibility with evolving industrial software standards.