Description
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Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| User Flash Memory | 10 MB |
| Discrete I/O Capacity | 32K bits %I / %Q |
| Analog I/O Capacity | 32K words %AI / %AQ |
| Embedded Ethernet | 10BaseT / 100BaseTX RJ45 |
| Serial Ports | COM1 RS-232, COM2 RS-485 |
| Supported Serial Protocols | Modbus RTU Slave, SNP Slave, Serial I/O |
| Backplane Bus | Dual PCI and Series 90-30 serial bus |
| Boolean Execution Speed | 0.072 ms per 1000 boolean instructions |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +60 °C |
| Programming Languages | Ladder, Structured Text, FBD, C |
| Program Blocks | Up to 512 blocks, 128KB max per block |
| Optional Accessory | Energy Pack for non-volatile save on power loss |
Product Introduction
GE IC695CPE310-ABAB is the mid-range CPU for PACSystems RX3i racks. It runs deterministic control logic and exchanges data with local and expansion I/O over the dual backplane bus. It supports direct migration from many Series 90-30 I/O racks. The embedded Ethernet and serial ports remove the need for extra communication modules for basic HMI and Modbus links.
IC695CPE310-ABAB
IC695CPE310-ABAB
IC695CPE310-ABAB
IC695CPE310-ABAB
IC695CPE310-ABAB
Application Scenarios & Field Experience
A CPU fault can halt an entire production line, and partial memory corruption often causes intermittent logic misfires that are hard to trace. This processor includes flash storage to preserve program data without a backup battery.
- Water treatment plants: Pump control, chemical feed and tank level interlock logic
- Packaging lines: Conveyor routing, servo coordination and safety interlock sequencing
- Mining conveyors: Belt start/stop, slip detection and emergency trip logic
- District energy stations: Chiller and boiler load sequencing with analog regulation
A municipal water plant had a CPE310 that randomly dropped Modbus communications to remote flow transmitters. The rack power supply and wiring passed bench checks, but the CPU’s internal Ethernet controller failed under heat load. We supplied a matching IC695CPE310-ABAB unit. The technician loaded the saved program and validated all comms paths during the scheduled outage. The system ran steady through the next high-demand pumping cycle.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Quality Control
- Visual & Origin Inspection: Verify OEM labeling, serial number, connector condition, and factory seals; reject units with damaged Ethernet or serial ports.
- Live Rig Testing: Install in RX3i rack, apply backplane power, confirm power-on self-test completes without fault codes.
- Firmware Verification: Read and record firmware revision; match revision against customer’s running system when requested.
- Communication Validation: Test Ethernet link, Modbus RTU serial handshake and backplane I/O register exchange.
- ESD-Safe Packaging: Seal in static shielding bag, secure with foam inserts, and pack in rigid carton with ESD warning labels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can this IC695CPE310-ABAB run older Series 90-30 programs directly? A: Most logic can be imported after conversion in the programming software. Not all legacy instruction sets are supported. Test the converted program offline before loading.
Q2: What warranty applies to this RX3i CPU? A: We provide 12 months warranty from shipment date. Warranty covers hardware defects; it does not cover damage from overvoltage, misconfiguration, or incorrect firmware flashes.
Q3: Is this unit kept in stock, and what is the lead time? A: Stock availability updates daily on our website. If in stock, we ship within 2–3 business days. If not in stock, lead time depends on OEM sourcing.
Q4: Will firmware revision mismatch break Modbus or Ethernet communication? A: Yes. Some firmware builds change Modbus register handling and timeout behavior. Share your current firmware version so we cross-check before shipment.
Q5: Can I hot-swap this CPU while the RX3i rack remains powered? A: Do not hot-swap in a simplex rack. Removing the CPU stops all control logic and I/O scanning. Hot swap is only safe in a fully redundant CPU configuration.
