IC698CRE030 | GE Fanuc | Central Processing Unit

GE Fanuc IC698CRE030 Central Processing Unit

The IC698CRE030 is a powerful PACSystems RX7i CPU designed for real-time control of machines, processes, and systems. It offers a range of features and capabilities for high-performance automation applications.

Key Specifications

• Processing Speed:

  • 600 MHz Pentium-M Microprocessor

• Memory:

  • User Memory: 64 MB (battery-backed RAM)
  • Flash Memory: 64 MB (non-volatile)

• Power Requirements:

  • +5 VDC: 3.2 Amps nominal
  • +12 VDC: 0.003 Amps nominal
  • -12 VDC: 0.003 Amps nominal

• Operating Temperature Range:

  • CRE030: 0 to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
  • CRE040: 0 to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) with fan tray

• Boolean Execution Speed:

  • CRE030: 0.069 ms per 1000 Boolean contacts/coils
  • CRE040: 0.024 ms per 1000 Boolean contacts/coils

• Time of Day Clock Accuracy:

  • Maximum drift of ±2 seconds per day

• Elapsed Time Clock Accuracy:

  • ±0.01% maximum

• Embedded Communications:

  • Serial Ports: 3
    • Protocols: Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, Serial I/O
  • Ethernet Interface: Auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps half/full duplex
  • RS-232 and RS-485: For serial communication

• Memory Management:

  • %I and %Q: 32Kbits for discrete
  • %AI and %AQ: Configurable up to 32Kwords
  • %W: Configurable up to the maximum available user RAM
  • Managed Memory: Configurable up to 10 MB (Symbolic and I/O variables combined)

• Program Blocks:

  • Up to 512 program blocks
  • Maximum block size: 128 KB

• Ethernet Interface Specifications:

  • Web-based Data Monitoring: Up to 16 web server and FTP connections (combined)
  • Data Rate: 10 Mb/sec and 100 Mb/sec
  • Physical Interface: 10BaseT RJ45
  • Ethernet Ports: Two (2) for communication
  • WinLoader Support: Yes
  • EGD Configuration-Based Pages: Up to 255
  • Time Synchronization: SNTP
  • Selective Consumption of EGD: Yes
  • Load EGD Configuration from RX7i to Programmer: Yes
  • Remote Station Manager: Over UDP
  • Local Station Manager: Dedicated RS-232 port
  • Configurable Advanced User Parameters: Yes

Installation and Configuration

• Installation Requirements:

  • Compatible with RX7i PACSystem racks and modules.
  • Requires programming software (CIMPLICITY Machine Edition – Logic Developer PLC) for configuration.

• Configuration Notes:

  • Supports multiple programming languages: Ladder Diagram, C, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.
  • Allows auto-located symbolic variables with unlimited memory.
  • Supports 90-70 Series discrete and analog I/O modules as well as VME modules.

• Redundancy:

  • Supports hot standby redundancy (HSB).

• Additional Features:

  • Serial port enabled firmware upgrades.
  • Battery-backed calendar clock for timekeeping.

The IC698CRE030 CPU integrates comprehensive control and communication features, making it suitable for demanding automation environments.