GE Fanuc IC698CRE040 Rx7i CPU Module

Overview

The IC698CRE040 is a powerful processor from GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation, designed for real-time control of machines, processes, and material handling systems within the RX7i PACSystem series. This CPU supports high-speed processing, robust communication, and advanced memory management, making it an ideal choice for industrial automation and control applications.

Key Features:

• Processor Speed: 1.8 GHz Pentium M for rapid performance.
• Memory: 64MB of volatile RAM and 64MB of non-volatile flash memory for reliable storage.
• Redundancy: Supports Hot Standby (HSB) redundancy with the addition of a Redundancy CPU and Redundancy Memory Xchange module (IC698RMX016).
• Communication Ports: Includes two serial ports (RS-232, RS-485) and two Ethernet (RJ45) ports for seamless connectivity.
• Web-based Monitoring: Up to 16 web server and FTP connections combined for efficient remote monitoring and control.
• Time-of-Day Clock: Drift of ±2 seconds per day, with an Elapsed Time Clock accuracy of ±0.01%.
• Ethernet Interface: Supports SRTP Channels, Modbus/TCP Server, and Client, auto-negotiated network speed.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation
• Model: IC698CRE040
• Part Number: IC698CRE040
• Processor Speed: 1.8 GHz
• Memory: 64MB RAM + 64MB Flash
• Serial Ports: 3 (RS-232, RS-485, Station Management)
• Ethernet Transmission Rate: 10/100 Mb/s
• Voltage: +5 VDC (6.8 Amps nominal), +12 VDC (0.003 Amps nominal), -12 VDC (0.003 Amps nominal)
• Floating Point: Yes
• Web Server & FTP Connections: 16 combined
• Embedded Communication Protocols: Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, Serial I/O

FAQ:

Q: How can the firmware be upgraded?
A: Firmware upgrades can be initiated using the RS-232 or RS-485 serial ports.

Q: Does this processor support redundancy?
A: Yes, it supports Hot Standby (HSB) redundancy when paired with the Redundancy CPU and Redundancy Memory Xchange module (IC698RMX016).

Q: What is the power requirement for the IC698CRE040?
A: It requires +5 VDC (6.8 Amps nominal), +12 VDC (0.003 Amps nominal), and -12 VDC (0.003 Amps nominal).

Check official datasheet for more detailed information: PACSystems-CPU-manual