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GE IC695CPE310 PACSystems RX3i Controller — Full Technical Profile

Technical Specifications

  1. Processor & Performance:
    • CPU: 1.1 GHz Intel Atom processor.
    • Memory: 10 MB non-volatile flash storage; 10 MB user memory (battery-less retention via Energy Pack).
    • Execution Speed: 0.072 ms per 1,000 Boolean instructions.
    • I/O Capacity: Supports 32K discrete I/O points and 32K analog words.
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Detailed content

  1. Communication Interfaces:
    • Ethernet: Dual RJ-45 ports (10/100 Mbps), supporting SRTP, Modbus TCP, PROFINET, and OPC UA.
    • Serial Ports: RS-232 and RS-485; protocols include Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, and Serial I/O.
    • USB: Type-A 2.0 port for firmware updates and data transfer.
  2. Environmental & Physical:
    • Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C (standard); -40°C to +70°C (extended).
    • Protection Rating: IP54 (dust/moisture-resistant).
    • Dimensions: 218 mm × 228 mm × 250 mm; weight: 7.32 kg.
  3. Power Requirements:
    • Input Voltage: 24 V DC ±10%; consumption: 25 W.

Functional Features

  1. High Reliability & Redundancy:
    • Energy Pack: Writes user memory to non-volatile storage during power loss, eliminating battery dependency.
    • Hot-Swap Support: Enables module replacement without system shutdown.
  2. Advanced Control Capabilities:
    • Programming Languages: IEC 61131-3 compliant (ladder logic, structured text, function block diagram).
    • Real-Time Clock: Capacitor-backed for timestamp accuracy (±2 sec/day drift).
  3. Diagnostics & Security:
    • LED Indicators: Front-panel status lights for power, faults, and communication.
    • Password Protection: Hardware interlocks and encrypted firmware to prevent unauthorized access.
  4. Scalability:
    • Supports up to 512 program blocks and 8 local expansion racks.

Application Scenarios

  1. Discrete Manufacturing:
    • Controls robotic arms, conveyor systems, and welding lines in automotive plants.
  2. Process Industries:
    • Manages refinery valve networks, chemical reactor safety interlocks, and pipeline pressure control.
  3. Energy Infrastructure:
    • Integrates with GE Mark VIe for turbine governor control and grid load balancing.
  4. Building Automation:
    • Monitors HVAC, lighting, and security systems in smart buildings.

Compatible Ecosystem

  1. Hardware Integration:
    • Controllers: PACSystems RX3i series; GE Mark VIe/VersaMax.
    • I/O Modules: IC694 series analog/digital modules.
  2. Software Tools:
    • Proficy Machine Edition: Configures logic, HMI screens, and data logging.
    • ToolboxST: Diagnostics and firmware management.

Installation & Maintenance

  1. Deployment:
    • Mounting: DIN-rail or panel; maintain ≥50 mm clearance for ventilation.
    • Cabling: Fiber-optic/Ethernet segregation to minimize EMI interference.
  2. Preventive Measures:
    • Biannual inspection: Clean connectors, verify firmware updates, test redundant Ethernet ports.
  3. Troubleshooting:
    • Boot Failure: Check 24V DC input stability; validate Energy Pack functionality.
    • Communication Loss: Inspect RJ-45/RS-485 terminations.

Certifications & Support

  • Compliance: CE, UL Class I (Div 2), RoHS, ATEX.
  • Warranty: 12-month manufacturer coverage (extendable to 3 years).
  • Global Service: Technical support with 48-hour response for critical failures.

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