GE Fanuc IC697CPX928

Part Number: IC697CPX928

The IC697CPX928 is a high-performance Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) from GE Automation and Controls, engineered for integration into a single rack slot. This CPU features a robust architecture, characterized by a 96MHz 80486DX4 microprocessor, delivering exceptional processing speed with Boolean function execution times of 0.4 microseconds. It is equipped with three built-in serial ports for versatile communication. The module supports a backplane configuration, facilitating interaction with various I/O modules including IC660/61 bus controllers and IC697 discrete and analog I/O modules, as well as IC697 LAN interface modules.

Programming the IC697CPX928 can be performed using a computer with MS-DOS, Windows 95, or Windows NT, connected through serial, parallel, or Ethernet interfaces, the latter requiring specialized hardware to facilitate communication. The device can be managed via a run/stop control switch or through software on the attached computer. Its user-friendly features include seven onboard LED indicators for operational status, and six megabytes of user and program data memory, with the option to augment memory via 256 kilobytes of flash NVRAM, all maintained by a lithium CMOS battery. The firmware is stored in flash memory, allowing for easy updates without disassembly or EPROM replacement.

For environments with temperatures reaching 122 degrees Fahrenheit (50 degrees Celsius), an external fan with a capacity of 70 cubic feet per minute (CFM) is recommended to maintain optimal operating conditions. Manual installation guidelines emphasize safety precautions including ensuring rack power is off during installation and appropriate configuration of the control switch and memory protection keyswitch.

The IC697CPX928 is a part of the Series 90-70, characterized by its support for a wide range of I/O configurations—offering up to 12,000 inputs and outputs (any mix), and drawing a current of 3.1 Amps. This makes it an ideal solution for complex industrial automation tasks.

Technical Specifications include a single slot module type, compatibility with GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLCs, and serial port options of RS-232 and RS-485.