Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: GE Fanuc (now Emerson Automation Solutions)
• Model: IC697CPM790
• CPU Type: 64 MHz, 32-bit floating-point CPU with 80486DX2 microprocessor capabilities
• Memory: 1 MB of battery-backed memory
• Input/Output: Up to 12K discrete inputs and outputs (in mixed simplex mode)
• Serial Port: 15-pin D-sub connector, compatible with RS-485
• Firmware Update: Through serial port connection between PC and module
• Operating Temperature:
  • Standard: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
  • With forced air cooling: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Clock Accuracy: 3.5 seconds per day (maximum)
• Internal Timing Accuracy: 0.01% (maximum)
• LED Indicators: Four green LEDs for CPU status
• Power Requirements: 5V bus with a rated current of 3.3 amps
• Cooling: Air-cooled, requires fan assembly

Functional Characteristics

• High Processing Power: With a 64 MHz, 32-bit floating-point CPU, it offers powerful processing capabilities for complex control algorithms.
• Flexible Programming: Supports single-slot programming software that can be executed on Windows or MS-DOS.
• Firmware Upgradability: Allows firmware updates through the serial port connection between PC and module.
• Security Features: Memory protection keys or software passwords can lock configuration and program data.
• Alarm and Monitoring: CPU verifies rack configuration during operation and reports any deviations in programming or actual configuration.
• Battery Backup: Maintains calendar clock operation, data memory, and program memory with a built-in lithium battery.
• Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) Support: Designed to work with an independent C program that provides TMR operation and automatic test routines.

Application Scenarios

The GE IC697CPM790 is suitable for a wide range of industrial automation and control applications, including but not limited to:

• Manufacturing: Used to control and monitor various equipment in manufacturing processes, such as production lines, machine tools, and assembly lines.
• Process Control: Essential in industries like chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, where it controls and regulates factory processes.
• Energy Management: In power generation and distribution systems, it monitors and controls electrical equipment to ensure efficient energy utilization.
• Building Automation: Controls lighting, HVAC, and other building systems to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Transportation: May be used in traffic signal control systems and other transportation-related applications.
• Water Treatment and Environmental Control: Controls pumps, valves, and other equipment in water treatment plants and environmental control systems.