GE IC698RMX016CA Redundant Memory Exchange Module

The GE IC698RMX016CA is a Redundant Memory Exchange Module that operates within the PACSystem RX7i platform. Manufactured by GE Fanuc Emerson, this module plays a critical role in ensuring high availability and redundancy in industrial automation systems. It supports redundant CPU configurations and acts as a reflective memory module, providing reliable memory synchronization across two CPUs.

Key Features and Technical Specifications:

Specification	Details
Model Number	IC698RMX016CA
Product Type	Redundant Memory Exchange Module
Product Line	PACSystem RX7i
Manufacturer	GE Fanuc Emerson
Weight	1.31 lbs (0.60 kg)
User Memory	16 MB SDRAM
Operating Voltage	+5 VDC (from power supply)
Current Requirements	1.8 Amperes
Insertion Loss	0.35 dB (maximum)
Return Loss	-30 dB
Connectors	Fiber optic LC type, IEC 61754-20 compliant
Temperature Range	-20°C to +85°C
Physical Size	6.299” (W) x 9.187” (H)
Power Supply	5 VDC from backplane
Network Configuration	Dynamic packet size controlled by module

Overview and Functionality:

The IC698RMX016CA ensures system reliability in redundant CPU configurations by providing memory synchronization. It connects two processors in a PACSystem RX7i setup and ensures continuous data transfer, making it ideal for mission-critical operations.

The module features 16 MB of SDRAM and operates with 5 VDC power supplied directly from the backplane. It requires 1.8 Amperes of current. The fiber optic LC connector complies with IEC 61754-20 standards, ensuring a high-speed and low-loss connection for efficient data transmission.