GE IC697DSM324 4-Axis Servo Motion Controller Module
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC693DSM324
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Motion Controller Modules
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC697DSM324 Series 90-30 Motion Controller Module
The GE Fanuc IC697DSM324, also cataloged as the IC697DSM324 Motion Controller Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for real-time four-axis servo loop execution within Series 90-30 and PACSystems RX3i platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC697DSM324 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 0.45 kg (1.00 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 25 mm x 140 mm x 115 mm |
| Operating Temp | 0 to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 860 mA at 5 VDC (without encoder supply current) |
| Motion Axes | 4 independent or coordinated servo axes |
| Encoder Supply Current | 500 mA maximum |
| Operating Modes | Standard Mode, Follower Mode |
| Communication Interfaces | 36-Pin D-shell (24 VDC I/O), 36-Pin D-shell (5 VDC I/O), RJ45 COM Port, FSSB Port |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Motion Logic Execution
The module offloads complex motion calculation routines directly from the host CPU, processing real-time position updates and electronic gearing profiles across four digital servo axes. Utilizing high-speed backplane bus communication velocity, the unit exchanges coordinate data with CPU 364, CPU 374, or PACSystems RX3i controllers without introducing scan time delays to primary PLC ladder logic cycles. The onboard digital signal processor maintains synchronous positioning execution via dedicated FSSB optical interface links while drawing 860 mA at 5 VDC directly from the backplane supply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What power sources supply external encoder feedback devices connected to the module?
A: The module supplies up to 500 mA total current at +5 VDC directly to encoder feedback units via the integrated 36-pin D-shell interface connectors.
Q: How many IC697DSM324 motion controller modules can be operated within a single PLC rack?
A: A Series 90-30 PLC platform supports up to 20 total modules per system, whereas a PACSystems RX3i main rack accommodates up to 5 modules per CPU baseplate using a PWR 040 power supply.
Q: What software platforms are compatible with this module for parameter configuration?
A: Configuration requires Proficy Machine Edition Logic Developer v5.0 SP2 or later. The module does not support legacy DOS-based Motion Programmer, Logicmaster 90, or VersaPro software.
Field Installation Guidelines
Verify that all system electrical power is isolated before inserting the module into a single slot of the Series 90-30 or RX3i baseplate. Secure all D-shell interface cable connectors with retention screws to prevent signal loss from operational vibration. Maintain single-point shield grounding on encoder and drive control cables to suppress high-frequency electromagnetic noise. Ensure software EOT limits are established below physical mechanical stops to prevent overtravel during manual axis jog operations.