{"product_id":"ic693apu301m-ge-fanuc-axis-module-new-original-stock","title":"IC693APU301M GE Fanuc Axis Module | New \u0026 Original Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC693APU301M Axis Position Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-frequency pulse input processing in GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693APU301M\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eIC693APU301\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Speed Counter Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC693APU301M \/ IC693APU301M-NO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.45 kg (1.0 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130.0 mm x 152.0 mm x 140.0 mm (5.12 in x 6.0 in x 5.5 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 W (+5 VDC @ 300 mA backplane current draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Speed Counter \/ Axis Position Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 independent counter channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Input Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 kHz per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-ended or quadrature encoder inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounter Register Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 programmable onboard outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 VDC between field inputs and internal PLC logic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Signalling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnboard LEDs for Module OK, channel activity, and output status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693APU301M\u003c\/strong\u003e operates as an autonomous coprocessor module that isolates high-frequency signal processing from the main backplane bus communication velocity. The 16-bit internal counter registers accumulate pulse transitions down to 0.4 microseconds independent of the host CPU scan cycle. To ensure deterministic update loops during maximal I\/O density scaling, the module firmware flash compatibility must align with the baseplate hardware revision. Field signals from quadrature encoders route through internal optocouplers providing 250 VDC galvanic isolation to protect the parallel backplane data traces from common-mode voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this module require firmware flash compatibility updates when migrating to newer Series 90-30 CPUs?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: No physical firmware flash updates are necessary for standard logic integration. The hardware maintains backward compatibility across standard Series 90-30 backplanes, though configuration parameters must be re-verified inside the programming software software matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the 4 programmable outputs be used to trigger immediate real-time control actions?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Yes. The 4 hardware outputs are driven directly by internal 16-bit register comparison circuits on the module. This layout bypasses the PLC backplane communication lag, allowing hardware-level limit and preset comparisons to trip physical field devices instantaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrostatic Discharge Precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground all installation tools and wear a static-dissipative wrist strap before inserting the module. Disconnect all primary power lines going to the Series 90-30 baseplate prior to installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncoder Terminal Wiring and Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route encoder and sensor signal lines using twisted-pair, shielded cables. Ground the cable braid exclusively at the designated grounding bar inside the enclosure to eliminate electrical noise from skewing the 80 kHz counting metrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Mechanical Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slide the hardware into the selected baseplate slot using the integrated top and bottom chassis guides. 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