Description
The GE Fanuc IC698CPE020 is a high-performance Central Processing Unit from the PACSystems RX7i controller platform. It is designed for real-time industrial automation applications and communicates with RX7i rack modules through the system backplane.
The controller uses a 700 MHz Pentium III floating-point processor and provides substantial memory capacity for user programs, configuration data, register data, and symbolic variables. With embedded Ethernet and serial communication interfaces, the IC698CPE020 is suitable for machine control, process automation, material handling, and other demanding industrial applications.
⚙️ Product Datasheet
🏷️ Brand: GE Fanuc
🔢 Model: IC698CPE020
📋 Product Name: Central Processing Unit
🖥️ Series: PACSystems RX7i
⚙️ Product Type: Industrial PLC CPU Processor
🚀 Processor Speed: 700 MHz
🧠 Processor Type: Pentium III Floating-Point Processor
💾 User RAM: 10 MB Battery-Backed RAM
💿 Flash Memory: 10 MB Non-Volatile Flash Memory
📡 Ethernet Ports: 2 Embedded Ethernet Interfaces
🔌 Ethernet Speed: 10/100 Mbps
📡 Serial Ports: 3
🔗 Serial Interfaces: RS-232 and RS-485
📊 Supported Programming: Ladder Diagram and C Programming
🎯 Floating-Point Processing: Supported
⚡ Typical Boolean Execution Speed: Approximately 0.14 ms per 1,000 Boolean contacts/coils
📦 Program Capacity: Up to 512 Program Blocks
🔋 Memory Backup: CMOS Battery Supported
🔌 Power Requirement: +5 VDC, +12 VDC, and -12 VDC through the RX7i backplane
🌡️ Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C with the required fan tray
🏭 Application: Industrial Machine and Process Control
🌍 Country of Origin: Manufacturing origin should be verified from the individual product label
✨ Condition: New Surplus / Used Surplus, depending on the supplied unit
The IC698CPE020 is identified as a 700 MHz RX7i CPU with 10 MB of battery-backed user RAM, 10 MB of non-volatile flash memory, embedded Ethernet, and serial communications.
🔧 Main Features
• 700 MHz high-performance CPU processing
• Pentium III processor with floating-point capability
• Designed for the PACSystems RX7i automation platform
• 10 MB battery-backed RAM for user programs and data
• 10 MB non-volatile flash memory
• Two embedded 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces
• Three serial communication ports
• RS-232 and RS-485 communication support
• Supports Modbus RTU Slave, SNP, and Serial I/O communication functions
• Supports Ladder Diagram and C programming
• Up to 512 program blocks
• Test Edit capability for modifying and testing running applications
• Suitable for real-time machine and process control
• Designed for installation in compatible RX7i racks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🔸 Q1: What is the main function of the GE Fanuc IC698CPE020?
The IC698CPE020 is the central processor of a PACSystems RX7i control system. It executes the automation program, processes control logic, manages communications, and exchanges data with compatible I/O and communication modules.
🔸 Q2: What processor speed does the IC698CPE020 have?
The CPU uses a 700 MHz Pentium III floating-point processor.
🔸 Q3: How much memory does the CPU provide?
The IC698CPE020 provides 10 MB of battery-backed RAM and 10 MB of non-volatile flash memory for user programs and data storage.
🔸 Q4: Does the IC698CPE020 have built-in Ethernet communication?
Yes. The CPU includes two embedded Ethernet interfaces supporting 10/100 Mbps communication.
🔸 Q5: How many serial ports are available?
The IC698CPE020 provides three serial communication ports. The platform supports RS-232 and RS-485 communication functions.
🔸 Q6: Can the IC698CPE020 replace an IC698CPE010?
Not automatically. Although both CPUs belong to the RX7i family, the CPE020 provides higher processing performance. Hardware configuration, firmware revision, application software, communication settings, and system compatibility should be verified before replacement.
🔸 Q7: Does the CPU support floating-point calculations?
Yes. The IC698CPE020 includes floating-point processing capability for applications requiring real-number calculations.
🔸 Q8: Does the CPU require a battery?
A CMOS battery is used to support battery-backed memory and the time-of-day clock. Battery condition should be checked during maintenance or CPU replacement.
🔸 Q9: What should be checked before replacing the CPU?
Verify the complete model number and revision suffix, RX7i rack configuration, firmware compatibility, application backup, Ethernet settings, serial communication parameters, battery condition, and installed software configuration.
🔸 Q10: What applications are suitable for this CPU?
The IC698CPE020 is suitable for industrial machinery, process control, manufacturing systems, material handling equipment, and other applications requiring high-speed real-time automation control.
🔹 Recommended GE Fanuc Models
- GE Fanuc IC698CPE010 – 300 MHz RX7i CPU
- GE Fanuc IC698CRE020 – 700 MHz Redundancy CPU
- GE Fanuc IC698CPU010 – PACSystems RX7i CPU
- GE Fanuc IC698ETM001 – Ethernet Interface Module
- GE Fanuc IC698ETM002 – Enhanced Ethernet Interface Module
- GE Fanuc IC698PSD300 – RX7i Power Supply
- GE Fanuc IC698PSD350 – High-Capacity Power Supply
- GE Fanuc IC698ACC701 – RX7i Battery Module
- GE Fanuc IC698RMX016 – Reflective Memory Module
- GE Fanuc IC698CPE030 – PACSystems RX7i CPU
⚠️ Installation Note: Before purchasing or replacing the GE Fanuc IC698CPE020, confirm the complete catalog number and revision suffix on the existing CPU. Firmware versions and hardware revisions can affect compatibility, especially in older RX7i systems. Back up the controller application and communication settings before removing the existing processor.
