Product Short Description
Product Introduction
The GE IC695PNC001 is a high-performance PROFINET controller module designed for the PACSystems RX3i series by GE Automation. It enables RX3i controllers to connect seamlessly to PROFINET networks, facilitating real-time communication with PROFINET-compatible devices such as Siemens PLCs, HMI panels, drives, and I/O stations. This module is widely used in industrial automation systems requiring cross-brand integration and high-speed data exchange.
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: PROFINET Controller Module / PLC Communication Module
- Supported Protocols: PROFINET 2.2 (Class A IO Controller), SRTP, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP
Description
- Processor Speed: 200 MHz for efficient data processing
- Memory: Adequate storage for control logic and programs
- Backplane Compatibility: Compatible with IC695CHS007, CHS012, or CHS016 backplanes
- Ports:
- 2 RJ-45 ports for Ethernet connectivity
- 2 SFP slots (SFP transceivers sold separately) for fiber-optic communication
- 1 micro-USB port for configuration and diagnostics
- Device Support:
- Up to 64 devices per controller
- Up to 2048 I/O points per network (128 per I/O controller)
- Data Update Rates: Configurable from 1 ms to 512 ms
- Power Consumption:
- 0.5 A without SFP devices
- 2.2 A with two SFP devices
- 1.5 A at 5.5 VDC
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Hot Swapping: Supported (requires firmware revision 2.51 or higher)
Functional Features
- High-Speed Communication: Supports 10/100 Mbps transmission rates for rapid data exchange.
- PROFINET Connectivity: Acts as a PROFINET controller, enabling integration with Siemens and other PROFINET-compatible devices.
- Flexible Configuration: Offers configurable data update times to meet diverse application requirements.
- Dual Network Support: Features two RJ-45 ports and two SFP slots for redundant network connections.
- Advanced Diagnostics: Provides comprehensive diagnostics for monitoring network status and troubleshooting issues.
- Firmware Upgrades: Supports in-field firmware upgrades via WinLoader software for enhanced functionality.
- Time Synchronization: Supports SNTP time servers for accurate timekeeping in distributed systems.
- Robust Design: Built to withstand harsh industrial environments with a wide operating temperature range.
Application Scenarios
- Factory Automation: Connects RX3i controllers to PROFINET-based manufacturing lines, enabling real-time control of Siemens PLCs, HMI panels, and drives.
- Process Control: Integrates with DCS systems in chemical, petroleum, and natural gas industries for precise process management.
- Mechanical Automation: Links PLCs with PROFINET-enabled servo drives and sensors for accurate motion control in mechanical systems.
- Infrastructure: Applied in water treatment, energy management, and transportation systems for remote monitoring and data acquisition.
- Building Automation: Facilitates communication between PLCs and intelligent building management systems for centralized control of lighting, HVAC, and security systems.






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