Product Introduction
IC693CPU363 is a CPU module of the 90-30 series PLC from GE Company. It needs to be installed in the standard 90-30 frame. During installation, make sure that the module's snap-in part fits tightly into the frame's slot. Connect the module via the serial port using VersaPro or PME software. When creating a new project, select the "90-30 Series - IC693CPU363" model for matching.
Technical Specifications
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Manufacture |
GE |
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Model |
IC693CPU363 |
| Part Number | IC693CPU363 |
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Description |
Single-slot CPU module |
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Origin |
USA |
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Dimension |
30*25*5cm |
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Weight |
0.55kg |
IC693CPU363 Product details
Processing performance
Processor: It adopts a more advanced processor (compared to CPU331/341), with a higher clock frequency and significantly enhanced computing power.
Memory
User logic memory: 256K bytes. This is one of its most prominent features: it has 64 K of RAM, four times that of the CPU331 (64K), and can accommodate extensive and complex control programs.
Data register memory: 256K bytes or more (depending on the firmware version). It is capable of handling massive amounts of analogue data, formulas, historical records, and complex array operations.
Execution speed: Extremely fast, with a specific speed superior to that of CPU331, it can achieve a faster scanning cycle and meet the requirements of high-speed real-time control.
Communication and network functions
Genius Bus support: As a high-performance Genius bus controller, it has stronger management capabilities.
There are more manageable Genius devices, with higher communication rates and efficiency.
Support for redundant Genius buses is more complete.
Ethernet integration
Protocol supports Natively supports SRTP (Service Request Transport Protocol) natively, which is the standard Ethernet protocol for GE/ Emerson equipment. It can directly exchange high-speed data with the upper computer (such as iFIX, CIMPLICITY SCADA), programming software (PME), and other controllers that support SRTP.
Simplified architecture: There is no need to purchase independent Ethernet interface modules (such as EBM001) anymore, which reduces costs, simplifies wiring, and achieves network integration at the controller level.
IC693CPU363 Product features
Programming and Software
Programming software: Logic Developer PLC in Proficy Machine Edition (PME) must be used. Earlier versions of VersaPro may not support all its features or firmware versions.
Programming language: Supports ladder diagrams and structured text, and can fully leverage its large memory advantage to write modular and structured complex programs.
Firmware storage: Use a pluggable flash memory card to facilitate firmware upgrades and physical transmission of project programs.
Physical properties and power supply
Shape: Single-slot width, which saves more rack space than earlier dual-slot CPUs (such as CPU331).
Operating voltage: 24V DC (powered by the backplane).
Status indicator lights: Equipped with comprehensive LED status indicators, including RUN, OK, BATT, port communication indicator lights, etc.
Real-time clock: Integrated hardware real-time clock for convenient event timestamp recording.
IC693CPU363 represents the technological peak of the 90-30 series PLCS. Its core advantages include:
Performance King: The fastest processing speed and largest memory in the series
Highly integrated: Single-slot design integrates Ethernet and Genius bus
Strong scalability: Supports ultra-large-scale I/O configuration
Rich communication: Support for multiple protocols and interfaces
Typical application scenarios
Large-scale process control systems
Continuous production in petrochemicals
Auxiliary control system for power plants
Large-scale water treatment plant
2. Complex mechanical control
The main control station of the automobile assembly line
Large-scale printing machinery
Steel continuous casting equipment
3. Distributed control system
Factory-level equipment monitoring
Multi-region environmental control
Intelligent building management system
4. Data collection and monitoring
The main site of the SCADA system
Production data is processed centrally
Energy management system
Although the product has been discontinued, the IC693CPU363 is still operating reliably in many existing large industrial facilities, handling the most complex control tasks. It was once an ideal choice for applications that require high performance, multiple communication options and strong scalability, and remains an irreplaceable core component for many critical systems to this day.