Description
Product Model: GE IC697780
Product Brand: GE Fanuc Automation
Product Series: Series 90-70
Product Features:
- High-speed CPU designed for mission-critical industrial control
- Seamless integration within Series 90-70 PLC racks and I/O systems
- Proven reliability in harsh industrial environments
- Supports complex logic execution and large automation programs
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor Type | Industrial PLC CPU |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 |
| Program Memory | High-capacity user memory |
| Execution Speed | Optimized for deterministic scan times |
| Backplane Interface | Series 90-70 rack compatible |
| Supported I/O | Discrete and analog Series 90-70 modules |
| Communication Support | Compatible with GE communication modules |
| Operating Temperature | Industrial-rated temperature range |
| Power Requirements | Supplied via Series 90-70 power modules |
| Mounting | Rack-mounted PLC CPU |
| Diagnostics | LED status indicators and fault reporting |
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Product Role & System Fit
At its core, the GE IC697780 functions as the central processing unit of a Series 90-70 PLC system. It is responsible for executing control logic, managing communications with I/O modules, and coordinating data exchange across the backplane. In practical terms, this means every sensor input, control decision, and output command passes through this processor.
Within a Series 90-70 rack, the CPU sits alongside power supplies, communication modules, and discrete or analog I/O cards. The GE IC697780 is fully compatible with the established Series 90-70 ecosystem, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into existing control cabinets without rewiring or mechanical modification. This compatibility is particularly important when upgrading older CPUs or replacing failed units in live systems.
From a system architecture perspective, the controller supports distributed I/O and networked configurations that were advanced at the time of its release and remain adequate for many modern applications. Engineers familiar with GE Fanuc programming environments will find the CPU behaves exactly as expected, with no surprises during commissioning or runtime.
One practical observation from field use is how forgiving the CPU is during system restarts and power fluctuations. In plants where power quality is inconsistent, the GE IC697780 has shown reliable recovery behavior, resuming control without corrupting memory or requiring manual resets. This reliability makes it a dependable backbone for long-term automation strategies.
Related Models
- IC697CPU731 – Entry-level Series 90-70 CPU for smaller applications
- IC697CPU771 – Mid-range processor with balanced performance
- IC697CPU772 – Enhanced CPU for expanded memory needs
- IC697CPU780 – Later-generation high-performance CPU variant
- IC697CMM711 – Ethernet communication module for Series 90-70
- IC697PWR711 – Standard power supply module
- IC697CHS750 – 10-slot Series 90-70 rack





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