GE Fanuc | IC697CPX935 | Series 90-70 CPU

Description

The GE Fanuc IC697CPX935 is a high-performance single-slot central processing unit (CPU) module for the Series 90-70 PLC line, positioned as a core control component for medium to large industrial automation systems. Designed for critical scenarios like continuous production and process control, it balances high computing power, flexible scalability, and reliable operation to support complex control tasks.

Powered by an Intel 80486DX2 processor with a 44MHz 32-bit architecture, it supports floating-point operations and delivers a boolean instruction execution speed of 0.4 microseconds per step, ensuring fast real-time system response. Its memory configuration includes 1MB battery-backed CMOS RAM (split into 512KB program space and 512KB data space), expandable to 2MB via IC697MEM series memory cards, plus 256KB non-volatile flash storage that retains user programs and critical data without battery power; the backup battery can preserve RAM data for over 6 months.

Key technical specifications include a 3.1 amp current requirement, support for up to 12,000 mixed input/output points, three serial ports (RS-232 and RS-485), compatibility with IC660/IC661 and IC697 I/O modules, and Ethernet interface support. It can be programmed using MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows 95, or NT operating systems, and operates at a maximum rated temperature of 122 degrees Fahrenheit, making it a robust, cost-effective main control solution for demanding industrial environments.