GE Fanuc IC697CGR935 Series 90-70 Programmable Controller

Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC697CGR935 serves as the high-performance central processing hub for the Series 90-70 PLC architecture. This single-slot CPU manages extensive automation logic and coordinates high-density data flow across complex industrial networks. It supports an massive I/O capacity of up to 12,000 inputs and 12,000 outputs in any configuration mix, making it a cornerstone for large-scale manufacturing and process control. We offer this unit as 100% Brand New original stock, ensuring the hardware meets strict factory specifications for mission-critical infrastructure in power generation, automotive assembly, and water treatment.

Technical Specifications

The IC697CGR935 delivers high-speed computational power within a compact mechanical footprint:

• Model Number: IC697CGR935

• Part Type: Single Slot CPU

• I/O Capacity: 12K Inputs / 12K Outputs (any mix)

• Serial Communication: 3 Integrated Serial Ports

• Nominal Current Required: 3.1 Amps

• Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 deg C (32 to 140 deg F)

• Battery Life: 5-year shelf life at 20 deg C

• Dimensions: 1.5 in x 11.5 in x 8.8 in (3.8 cm x 29.2 cm x 22.4 cm)

• Net Weight: 1 lb 10.4 oz (0.7 kg)

• Shipping Weight: 2.0 kg

• Country of Origin: United States

• Tariff Code: 8537109060

Engineering Advantages

The IC697CGR935 resolves complex logic demands and hardware constraints in legacy and modern GE architectures:

• Space-Efficient Single-Slot Design: The module occupies only one slot on the IC697 rack backplane. This high-density integration frees up valuable rack space for additional I/O or communication modules, allowing engineers to pack more control power into smaller electrical cabinets.

• Massive Variable Management: Supporting 12K inputs and 12K outputs, the CPU manages thousands of data points simultaneously. This capacity eliminates the need for multiple smaller controllers, reducing the complexity of inter-processor communication and simplifying the global project database.

• Triple-Port Connectivity: The three integrated serial ports facilitate simultaneous connection to programming terminals, HMIs, and peripheral field devices. This multi-channel communication ensures that maintenance teams can perform diagnostics without disconnecting critical operator interfaces.

• Extended Service Lifecycle: With a 5-year battery shelf life and a design optimized for the 0 to 60 deg C thermal window, the IC697CGR935 reduces the frequency of maintenance cycles. The robust internal circuitry withstands the voltage fluctuations and electromagnetic noise common in heavy industrial motor control centers.

FAQs

Q: Can I use the IC697CGR935 to replace older Series 90-70 CPU models?A: Yes. The IC697CGR935 maintains backward compatibility with most Series 90-70 backplanes and I/O modules. However, you must verify that your current logic software supports the 12K I/O addressing and triple-port configuration of this specific model.

Q: Does the unit include the required battery for memory retention?A: Yes, the unit includes a standard GE Fanuc lithium battery. This battery maintains the stored logic and register values during power outages, providing a 5-year shelf life under standard storage conditions.

Q: What are the primary installation requirements for this module?A: Insert the module into any available slot on the Series 90-70 rack. Ensure the rack power supply can handle the 3.1 Amps nominal current draw required by the CPU to prevent localized voltage drops during high-speed processing.

Q: Does the 12K I/O limit include both discrete and analog signals?A: Yes. The CPU allows any mix of discrete and analog I/O points up to the 12,000-point limit for each (inputs and outputs), providing extreme flexibility for sensors and actuators in hybrid process environments.