IC693CPU364

Description

Product Description: GE Fanuc IC693CPU364 Series 90-30 CPU Module

Product Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Processor	80386EX, 25 MHz
Memory	240 KB user memory (configurable for %R, %AI, %AQ word types)
I/O Capacity	Up to 4,096 I/O points (8 baseplates: 1 CPU + 7 expansion/remote)
Communication	Embedded Ethernet (10BaseT/AAUI), 1 built-in serial port (SNP/SNP-X slave)
Power Supply	+5 VDC, 1.51 A
Operating Temperature	0–60°C (32–140°F)
Scan Rate	0.22 ms/kB (boolean logic)
Memory Storage	RAM + Flash (firmware upgradable)
Expansion Support	7 expansion/remote baseplates
Floating-Point Math	Firmware-based support

IC693CPU364

Advantages and Features

1. Integrated Ethernet Connectivity: Eliminates the need for separate Ethernet modules (e.g., CMM321), saving slot space and enabling direct PLC-to-network communication via Ethernet Global Data (EGD).
2. High Reliability: Industrial-grade design with IP67-rated components (per some sources) and a wide temperature range, ensuring operation in harsh conditions.
3. Flexible Configuration: 240 KB configurable user memory, 2,000 timers/counters, and support for shift registers enable complex control logic.
4. Fast Processing: 25 MHz processor with sub-1 ms/kB scan rate for real-time applications.
5. Easy Maintenance: Replaceable Ethernet fuse (125V, 1A, slow-acting) and flash memory for firmware updates without EPROM/EEPROM.

Application Areas and Use Cases

• Industries: Manufacturing, process control, machine automation, packaging, and material handling.
• 典型应用案例:
  A packaging plant integrated the IC693CPU364 to control conveyor systems and robotic arms. The module’s embedded Ethernet enabled real-time data exchange with HMIs and cloud platforms, reducing downtime by 20% through predictive maintenance. Its high scan rate and configurable memory optimized recipe management, supporting 50+ product variations with minimal latency.

Competitor Comparison

• Built-in Ethernet: Reduces hardware costs and complexity.
• Higher I/O Density: Supports up to 4,096 points vs. ~256 in entry-level competitors.
• Legacy Compatibility: Seamless integration with GE Fanuc Series 90-30 I/O modules and software (e.g., Proficy Machine Edition).
  

  IC693CPU364

Selection Recommendations

1. Compatibility: Ensure alignment with Series 90-30 baseplates and I/O modules (e.g., IC693MDL940H, IC693MDL730).
2. Memory Needs: Allocate memory based on application complexity (e.g., 128–32,640 words for register memory).
3. Environment: Verify temperature and humidity conditions match 0–60°C operating range.
4. Budget: Balance features (e.g., Ethernet integration) against cost; the IC693CPU364 offers mid-range pricing with enterprise-grade connectivity.

Precautions

1. Grounding: Connect the module’s frame ground at the installed slot to prevent EMI.
2. Power Stability: Use a regulated +5 VDC supply (1.51 A max) to avoid voltage fluctuations.
3. Firmware Updates: Regularly update flash firmware via serial port for bug fixes and new features (e.g., EGD support in v9.1+).
4. Fuse Replacement: Replace the 125V/1A Ethernet fuse only with GE Fanuc part 44A725214-001.