IC695CPU315-AA | GE RX3i CPU Module with Redundancy Support

Product Description

The GE IC695CPU315-AA CPU module is a high-performance RX3i PACSystems controller, designed for industrial automation and process control. It features a 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, 512 MB DDR3 RAM, and 4 GB of user storage, delivering reliable program execution and data handling. Moreover, the module supports up to 32K digital inputs and outputs, providing extensive I/O capacity for complex applications. In addition, dual Ethernet ports and RS-232/RS-485 connectivity enable seamless integration into industrial networks. Therefore, the IC695CPU315-AA ensures uninterrupted operation, robust control, and flexible expansion for factory automation, material handling, and process control systems.

The module supports RX3i dual-rack hot standby for redundancy, advanced Boolean execution speed, and multiple industrial protocols including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA, SNP-X, and EGD. Furthermore, its compact single-slot design fits standard RX3i chassis, while environmental durability allows operation from 0 °C to +60 °C and storage down to –40 °C. The IC695CPU315-AA module delivers a professional-grade solution for demanding industrial environments, combining processing power, connectivity, and system reliability.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: GE Fanuc / Emerson
Model Number: IC695CPU315-AA
Series: PACSystems RX3i
Product Type: CPU Module (Programmable Automation Controller)

• Processor: 1.2 GHz 32-bit ARM Cortex-A8

• System Memory: 512 MB DDR3 RAM

• User Storage: 4 GB eMMC

• I/O Capacity: Up to 32K digital inputs and 32K digital outputs (mixed configuration)

• Boolean Execution Speed: 0.1 µs per instruction (typical)

• Communication Interfaces:

• 2 × 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (RJ-45)

• 1 × RS-232/RS-485 composite port (DB9)

• Supported Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA, SNP-X, EGD

• Redundancy: Supports RX3i dual-rack hot standby (firmware V3.0+)

• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C

• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C

• Relative Humidity: 5% – 95% non-condensing

• Power Requirements: 24 VDC (18–30 V range)

• Backplane Current: +5 V at 0.8 A (typical)

• Dimensions: Single-slot RX3i module, approx. 241 × 194 × 152 mm

• Weight: 0.8 kg (module only) / 2.8 kg with packaging

• Installation: Rack-mounted in RX3i chassis

FAQ

Q: What processor does the IC695CPU315-AA use?
It uses a 1.2 GHz 32-bit ARM Cortex-A8 processor for high-speed execution.

Q: How much memory is available for programs and data?
The module has 512 MB DDR3 RAM and 4 GB of eMMC storage.

Q: What I/O capacity does the module support?
Up to 32K digital inputs and 32K digital outputs in a mixed configuration.

Q: Which communication protocols are supported?
Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA, SNP-X, and EGD protocols are supported.

Q: Can the module be used in redundant configurations?
Yes, it supports RX3i dual-rack hot standby for system redundancy.