Description
The GE IC695CRU320-EZ is a high-performance central processing unit (CPU) module from the GE Fanuc RX3i PACSystems product line, designed for reliable real-time control in industrial automation applications. It is renowned for supporting advanced automation tasks with high processing speeds and extensive communication capabilities.
Key features of the IC695CRU320-EZ include:
- Processor: Intel Celeron-M microprocessor running at 1 GHz.
- Memory: 64 MB battery-backed RAM combined with 64 MB non-volatile flash memory.
- Boolean Execution Speed: Approximately 0.047 ms per 1000 Boolean instructions.
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F).
- Power Supply: +3.3 V DC (1.0 Amp nominal), +5 V DC (1.2 Amps nominal).
- Floating Point Processing: Supported for enhanced mathematical computations.
- Communication: Two independent serial ports (RS-232 and RS-485) supporting Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, and Serial I/O protocols.
- Backplane: Dual backplane bus support compatible with RX3i PCI and high-speed serial buses.
- Programming: Supported by GE’s Proficy Machine Edition software for application development.
- Diagnostic Indicators: Eight LEDs including CPU status, run, outputs enabled, fault, communication ports, and battery status for ease of troubleshooting.
- Real-time Clock: Features a highly accurate internal clock with maximum drift of ±2 seconds per day.
- Storage Capabilities: Can handle up to 512 program blocks with a maximum block size of 128 KB and supports 100,000 write/erase cycles.
- IC695CRU320-EZ
- IC695CRU320-EZ
Parameter | Value |
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Model | GE IC695CRU320-EZ |
Manufacturer | General Electric (GE Fanuc) |
Product Type | CPU Module (RX3i PACSystems) |
Processor Speed | 1 GHz Intel Celeron-M |
RAM Memory | 64 MB battery-backed RAM |
Flash Memory | 64 MB non-volatile flash memory |
Boolean Execution Speed | 0.047 ms per 1000 Boolean instructions |
Power Supply | +3.3 V DC (1.0 A), +5 V DC (1.2 A) |
Operating Temperature | 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) |
Communication Ports | 2 (RS-232 and RS-485) |
Protocols Supported | Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, Serial I/O |
Floating Point Support | Yes |
Diagnostics | 8 LEDs for status and fault monitoring |
Programming Environment | Proficy Machine Edition |
The GE IC695CRU320-EZ is widely used in industries that require high-availability, real-time control such as power generation, petrochemical, manufacturing machinery, and material handling systems. Its capability to support hot standby redundancy configurations makes it ideal for mission-critical applications seeking to minimize downtime.
Installation recommendations emphasize mounting the CPU securely in a controlled environment avoiding high humidity or contamination, with accessible communication ports and indicator LEDs for easy maintenance and diagnostics. Routine firmware updates and diagnostics checks are critical to maintaining optimal performance and long-term reliability.