Product Description
Product Overview
The General Electric IC697CPX928-FE is a Central Processing Unit (CPU) Module designed for the Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system within GE’s industrial automation portfolio. Manufactured by General Electric (originally GE Fanuc, now part of Emerson Automation Solutions), this high-performance CPU is built for real-time control of machines, processes, and material handling systems in industrial applications such as manufacturing, power generation, and oil & gas. The “-FE” variant typically denotes an updated firmware or enhanced feature set over the base IC697CPX928 model, offering robust processing and extensive memory for complex automation tasks.
Technical Specifications
The IC697CPX928-FE has the following specifications based on standard characteristics for this model:
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model/Part Number | IC697CPX928-FE |
| Manufacturer | General Electric (GE Fanuc / Emerson) |
| Description | Central Processing Unit (CPU) Module |
| Series | Series 90-70 |
| Processor | 80486DX4, 96 MHz |
| Memory | 6 MB battery-backed RAM, 256 KB non-volatile flash |
| Scan Rate | 0.4 µs per Boolean function |
| Power Supply | 5 V DC via VME backplane, 3.1 A typical |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F), fan required above 50°C |
| Weight | 0.34 kg (0.75 lbs) |
Additional Details
The IC697CPX928-FE includes the following additional information based on its standard use and documentation:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Function | Executes real-time control logic for industrial processes |
| Mounting | Single slot in Series 90-70 VME rack |
| Connectivity | 1 RS232 port, 2 RS485 ports, 1 factory reset port |
| Features | 7 status LEDs, 3-position run/stop switch, memory protect keyswitch, floating-point math, enhanced firmware (“FE”) |
| Certifications | Designed to support SIL 3 per IEC 61508 (system-dependent) |