GE IC693CPU364 Series 90-30 CPU Module

The GE IC693CPU364 is a high-performance CPU module from the Series 90-30 product line by GE Fanuc Emerson. It features a single-slot design, offering 25 MHz processor speed and a typical scan rate of 0.22 ms per 1K of logic for Boolean contacts. This versatile controller comes with 240KB of user memory and integrates an Ethernet communication port, enabling efficient communication and processing in industrial automation systems.

Key Features and Technical Specifications:

Specification	Details
Model Number	IC693CPU364
Product Type	CPU Module
Product Line	Series 90-30
Manufacturer	GE Fanuc Emerson
Weight	1.69 lbs (0.77 kg)
User Memory	240 KB
Processor Speed	25 MHz
Scan Rate	0.22 ms per 1K of logic (Boolean contacts)
Power Requirements	1.51 Amps from +5 VDC supply
Operating Temperature	0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature	-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Ethernet Ports	One (1)
Ethernet Interface	AAUI or 10BaseT
Serial Port	RS-485 (via power supply)
Microprocessor	80386EX
Memory Storage Type	RAM and Flash
Compatibility	GE Fanuc 90-30 PLCs

Efficient Processing and Memory Management:

The IC693CPU364 integrates an 80386EX microprocessor, which operates at 25 MHz, enabling fast and efficient processing for complex automation tasks. With a typical scan rate of 0.22 ms per 1K of logic, this module ensures that real-time control processes run smoothly and accurately. The onboard 240KB of user memory provides ample storage for logic programs and process data, ensuring that the system operates without memory constraints.

The Ethernet communication port facilitates seamless integration into modern industrial networks. The AAUI or 10BaseT Ethernet interface enables remote monitoring, diagnostics, and control, improving system efficiency and flexibility.

Flexible I/O Support:

The IC693CPU364 controller supports up to 2,048 discrete inputs and 2,048 discrete outputs, enabling complex automation processes. It also features a significant amount of internal memory for discrete operations, including 1,280 bits of internal discrete global memory and 4,096 internal coils. Furthermore, the controller can manage 256 bits of temporary output coils.

For analog I/O applications, this module supports configurable analog inputs and outputs. You can configure the inputs and outputs in 128-word increments, with a capacity ranging from 128 to 32,640 words, depending on the software used (Logicmaster or Control version 2.2). This makes the IC693CPU364 highly adaptable for different industrial control needs.

Industrial Compatibility and Reliability:

The IC693CPU364 is fully compatible with the GE Fanuc 90-30 PLCs, ensuring seamless integration and operation in existing systems. It operates efficiently within a wide temperature range from 0 to 60°C during operation, and it can withstand storage temperatures from -40 to 85°C, making it suitable for various industrial environments.

Its lightweight design and compact form factor make it easy to install and integrate into Series 90-30 racks or panels.