Description
GE Fanuc IC695CMU310-CH PACSystems RX3i CPU is a high-performance programmable automation controller engineered for complex industrial manufacturing and process control applications. Designed to execute high-speed logic and manage extensive I/O architectures, this central processing unit features a 300 MHz processor along with dual built-in serial ports for flexible industrial communication.
Product Specifications (Datasheet)
- Brand: GE Fanuc (Emerson / PACSystems)
- Model: IC695CMU310-CH
- Series: PACSystems RX3i
- Product Name: Maxon RX3i 300Mhz CPU with Two Serial Ports
- Place of Origin: United States
- Lifecycle Status: Active / Standard Industrial Supply
- Dimensions: Standard RX3i dual-slot controller module form factor
- Weight: Approx. 1.4 lbs (0.64 kg)
- Country of Origin: USA
- Power Consumption: Supplied via the RX3i Universal Backplane power supply bus
Operating Guidelines and Usage Methods
Proper integration and installation of the RX3i CPU require strict adherence to industrial automation and electronic handling standards.
- ESD Precautions: Always wear a certified grounded electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling the CPU module to safeguard sensitive internal microprocessors from static damage.
- Slot Insertion: Install the CPU firmly into the primary CPU/controller slot of the RX3i backplane, ensuring proper alignment with both PCI and serial bus connectors before locking the levers.
- Battery Management: Ensure the lithium battery backup is properly connected and fresh to maintain user memory and real-time clock data during power loss.
Power-On and Power-Off Sequence
Following proper energization steps prevents electrical transients and protects internal memory and processor components.
- Power-On Sequence:
- Verify that the CPU module is fully and securely seated into the designated rack slot and all communication cables are connected.
- Switch on the main power supply unit feeding the RX3i system backplane.
- Observe the front-panel LED indicators (OK, RUN, RS-232, RS-485) to confirm successful boot execution and hardware self-diagnostic completion.
- Power-Off Sequence:
- Safely halt active machine processes and place the controller into a stopped or idle mode via programming software if required.
- Power down the main electrical distribution feeds supplying the system rack.
- Allow adequate time for internal circuits to de-energize completely before unseating or servicing the module.
Product Instructions
The CPU executes user control logic, coordinates high-speed data exchanges across the PCI backplane, and handles communications via its onboard serial ports and expansion modules. Configure hardware parameters, task schedules, and network setups using Machine Edition programming software. Monitor the front faceplate LEDs regularly to diagnose processor status, memory health, and serial communication traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
- Q: What is the primary function of the IC695CMU310-CH?
- A: It serves as a central processing unit for the PACSystems RX3i platform, executing automation logic and managing system I/O.
- Q: What communication interfaces are built directly onto this CPU?
- A: It features two integrated serial communication ports supporting configurable RS-232 and RS-485 protocols alongside backplane networking.
- Q: How do I download program logic and configuration changes to this controller?
- A: Programs and configurations are transferred from a programming PC using Machine Edition software via serial link, Ethernet modules, or memory devices.
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