{"product_id":"ic693pcm311-ge-fanuc-series-90-30-640kb-programmable-coprocessor-module","title":"IC693PCM311 GE Fanuc Series 90-30 640KB Programmable Coprocessor Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC693PCM311 Series 90-30 Coprocessor Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693PCM311\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC693PCM311\u003c\/strong\u003e programmable coprocessor module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for offloading real-time mathematical calculations and custom serial communication execution within Series 90-30 platforms. It executes user-defined C and MegaBasic routines independently from the primary CPU backplane scan cycle, providing non-blocking data processing and multi-protocol conversion across two built-in serial ports.\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\u003eIC693PCM311\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Series 90-30 single-slot module\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\u003e500 mA at 5 VDC backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn-Board Processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32-bit Intel 80386EX (20 MHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e640 KB user memory \/ 1 MB RAM \/ 256 KB Flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort 1 (RS-232 \/ RS-485), Port 2 (RS-232 \/ RS-422 \/ RS-485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Baud Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 to 115200 bps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgramming Languages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eANSI C, MegaBasic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 VAC field-to-logic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Controller Architecture \u0026amp; Communication Determinism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-speed serial protocol execution, the IC693PCM311 manages complex algorithmic routines without burdening the main PLC CPU. Backplane bus communication velocity supports fast block-data transfers between the coprocessor's internal memory buffers and the central system memory. Flexible RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 physical layer configurations allow real-time device interfacing, while strict firmware compatibility ensures deterministic task execution across Series 90-30 baseplate slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the IC693PCM311 exchange data with the main Series 90-30 CPU module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The coprocessor uses dual-port RAM across the standard backplane bus, allowing the main PLC CPU to read and write configured memory tables asynchronously without extending ladder logic scan times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which serial communication physical layers are supported by the module's dual ports?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Port 1 supports RS-232 or RS-485 hardware configurations, while Port 2 supports RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 modes for interfacing with third-party devices, scales, and barcode readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the IC693PCM311 require additional backplane power planning during rack design?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, because the onboard 32-bit processor draws up to 500 mA (nominal) from the backplane +5 VDC bus, system engineers must account for this load when calculating total rack power supply capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the IC693PCM311 into any available option slot of a Series 90-30 baseplate, ensuring the module firmly seats into the backplane connector before tightening the top retaining screw. Connect serial device cabling using shielded twisted-pair conductors, terminating RS-485 bus structures with 120-ohm resistors across the physical end-nodes. Keep serial communication wiring isolated from 120\/230 VAC power conduits by a minimum clearance of 300 mm to suppress noise coupling. Verify panel ventilation to keep ambient temperatures within 0 to 60 deg C around the rack enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44484475617379,"sku":"IC693PCM311","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/538._5893d8eb-c9f3-4a98-aeb7-207243289872.jpg?v=1786954927","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/ic693pcm311-ge-fanuc-series-90-30-640kb-programmable-coprocessor-module","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}