GE IC693CPU360 Series 90-30 High-Performance CPU Module

Description

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: General Electric (GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation Solutions)
• Series: Series 90-30 PLC System
• Model: IC693CPU360
• Processor: 32-bit 80386EX microprocessor
• Clock Speed: 25 MHz
• User Memory: 240 KB non-volatile Flash (user program storage)
• Data Memory: 1 MB RAM (runtime data storage)
• I/O Capacity:
  • Digital I/O: Up to 4,096 points (local + remote)
  • Analog Channels: Up to 512 channels
• Scan Rate: 0.22 ms per 1K Boolean contacts (typical)
• Timers/Counters: Supports 2,000+ timers and counters
• Communication Interfaces:
  • RS-485: Via power supply module (supports SNP/SNPX protocols)
  • RS-232: Via optional communication modules (e.g., IC693CMM311)
• Programming Languages: Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text
• Power Consumption: 670 mA @ +5 VDC (from backplane)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Relative Humidity: 5%–95%, non-condensing
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 102 mm × 86.1 mm × 58.5 mm (4.02 in × 3.39 in × 2.3 in)
• Weight: 0.45 kg (1.0 lbs)
• Certifications: CE, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 142
• Rack Expansion: Controls up to 8 baseplates (1 local + 7 remote)

Key Features

1. High-Speed Processing: 25 MHz 32-bit processor delivers fast scan times for complex logic and real-time control.
2. Large Memory Capacity: 240 KB Flash and 1 MB RAM accommodate extensive user programs and data logging.
3. Massive I/O Handling: Supports up to 4,096 digital I/O points and 512 analog channels for large-scale automation.
4. Multi-Rack Expansion: Controls up to 8 baseplates (1 local + 7 remote) for distributed system architectures.
5. Robust Communication: RS-485 interface (via power supply) supports SNP/SNPX protocols for HMI/SCADA connectivity; optional modules add RS-232/422/485 and Ethernet.
6. Non-Volatile Storage: Flash memory retains programs without battery backup; battery-backed RAM preserves data during power outages.
7. LED Status Indicators: POWER, RUN, FAULT, and COMM LEDs provide immediate visual diagnostics.
8. Battery-Backed Real-Time Clock: Maintains accurate time for data logging and event scheduling.
9. Hot-Swappable: Supports hot insertion/removal for system expansion or replacement without downtime.
10. Industrial-Grade Reliability: Rugged design with IP20 protection operates reliably in harsh industrial environments.

Applications

• Process Control: Chemical, water treatment, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage plants requiring complex sequencing and analog control.
• Factory Automation: Automotive assembly lines, packaging machinery, and metalworking equipment with high I/O counts and fast cycle times.
• Power Generation: Thermal and renewable power plants monitoring and controlling turbines, boilers, and auxiliary systems.
• Oil & Gas: Refineries, pipelines, and onshore facilities managing pressure, flow, and level control in distributed architectures.
• Building Automation: Large HVAC systems, energy management, and security systems integrating multiple subsystems.
• Legacy System Upgrades: Enhances performance and capacity of existing Series 90-30 installations without full system replacement.

Compatibility

• PLC Series: GE Fanuc Series 90-30 (compatible with all Series 90-30 I/O modules and communication modules).
• Programming Software: Proficy Machine Edition (PME), Logicmaster 90-30, VersaPro.
• Related Modules:
  • Communication: IC693CMM311 (serial), IC693CMM321 (Ethernet).
  • I/O: IC693ALG221 (analog input), IC693MDL240 (digital input).
  • Power Supply: IC693PWR321 (provides RS-485 communication port).