- Keystation Switch: Four-position keyswitch: RUN, STOP, PROG, and REM (Remote)
- Power Supply: Powered via backplane; no external power required
- Backplane Current Draw: 1.2 A at 5 VDC
- Module Slot Requirement: Occupies one slot in a GE PACSystems RX3i rack (e.g., IC698CHS016, IC698CHS025)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: –40°C to 85°C
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Mounting: DIN rail mounting per IEC 60715 standards
- Dimensions: 130 mm (W) × 160 mm (H) × 100 mm (D)
- Weight: Approximately 450 grams
Key Features
- Large program and data memory capacity supports complex automation logic and data handling
- High-speed processing enables fast scan times and real-time response
- Integrated Ethernet interface (10/100 Mbps) for programming, HMI connectivity, and peer-to-peer communication
- Dual communication ports:
- One RS-232 serial port (for programming, printer, or legacy device connection)
- One USB Type-B port (for programming and diagnostics)
- Supports multiple programming languages:
- Ladder Diagram (LD)
- Function Block Diagram (FBD)
- Structured Text (ST)
- Sequential Function Chart (SFC)
- Instruction List (IL)
- Full support for IEC 61131-3 programming standards
- LED status indicators for power, run/stop, fault, battery, and network activity
- Remote operation and monitoring via Ethernet using SNMP, Modbus TCP, and Proficy services
- Firmware upgradeable via Ethernet, USB, or programming software
- Supports hot backup and redundancy configurations with dual CPUs
Functional Capabilities
- Executes complex control strategies including motion, process, and discrete logic
- Handles high-speed data acquisition and real-time messaging
- Supports distributed I/O via Genius Bus Controller (IC695GBC002) or Profibus-DP master modules
- Enables integration with SCADA, MES, and ERP systems through open communication protocols
- Provides advanced diagnostic capabilities and system health monitoring
- Manages large-scale I/O configurations with support for up to 8,192 I/O points per CPU
- Allows online editing and debugging during operation (in compatible modes)
Communication Protocols Supported
- Modbus TCP (Server and Client)
- Modbus RTU and ASCII (via serial port)
- Ethernet/IP (CIP protocol)
- SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
- PROFIBUS-DP (via dedicated master module)
- Genius (via GBC module)
- I/O Scanner for remote I/O networks
- OPC UA and DA via Proficy software integration
Applications
- Advanced manufacturing systems requiring high-speed control and data processing
- Process automation in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage industries
- Power generation and distribution control systems
- Water and wastewater treatment plants with extensive I/O requirements
- Oil and gas facilities for remote monitoring and control
- Machine building with integrated safety and motion control
- System upgrades from legacy Series 90-30 to modern PACSystems platform
- Applications requiring integration with enterprise-level IT systems
Compatibility and Integration
- Fully compatible with GE PACSystems RX3i I/O modules (discrete, analog, specialty)
- Works with all RX3i baseplates and power supplies
- Programmable using Proficy Machine Edition (PME) software
- Integrates with Proficy HMI, iFIX, Cimplicity, and Historian for visualization and data management
- Connects to enterprise networks via standard Ethernet infrastructure
- Supports communication with third-party devices using open protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
- Backward compatibility with many Series 90-30 modules via RX3i adapter (IC698ACC305)
Environmental and Mechanical
- Designed for industrial environments with high noise immunity
- Vibration and shock resistance per industrial standards
- Conformal coating available for harsh environments (e.g., high humidity, corrosive atmospheres)
- Operating altitude up to 2,000 meters
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