GE IC695CRU320

Product Introduction: The IC695CRU320 is a PACSystems RX3i CPU specifically designed for hot-standby redundancy. It enables two controller racks (primary/secondary) to synchronize so that if the primary fails, control switches to the standby with minimal downtime, enhancing system availability.

Category: SKU: GE IC695CRU320

Description

GE IC695CRU320

  • Technical Specifications:
    • Processor: 1 GHz Intel Celeron M
    • Memory: 64 MB battery-backed RAM; 64 MB non-volatile flash
    • Serial Ports: 2 (RS-232 and RS-485)
    • Switchover Time: Minimum 3.133 ms; maximum one logic scan
    • Supported Synchronization Links: Up to two IC695RMX128/228 modules
    • Max Program Blocks: 512; maximum 128 KB per block
    • Flash Endurance: ≥ 100,000 write/erase cycles
    • Current Draw: 1 A at 3.3 V DC; 1.2 A at 5 V DC
  • Functional Features:
    • Hot-standby redundancy architecture
    • Supports local and remote expansion racks
    • Compatible with Series 90-30 I/O modules (for staged migration)
    • Programming via Ladder, C, Function Block Diagram in Proficy Machine Edition
    • Ethernet communications via rack-based Ethernet modules (e.g., IC695ETM001)
  • Application Scenarios: Critical process control (power generation, oil & gas), water/wastewater, and any application requiring high availability and rapid failover. 
  • Performance Parameters:
    • Synchronization data transfer up to 2 MB
    • Operates in RX3i universal backplanes over PCI (2.2+) bus
  • Material and Structural Characteristics:
    • Industrial-grade PCB and connectors; conformal coating variants (e.g., -CA) available
    • Standard RX3i double-slot module width; front status LEDs
  • Working Principle: Two CPUs run identical programs and exchange state data over redundancy modules. Upon detecting a fault, the standby assumes control within one scan.
  • Installation Requirements:
    • Install in RX3i universal backplane with paired redundancy modules (IC695RMX128/228)
    • Both racks must be identically configured; synchronization cabling per GFK-2314
  • Usage Notes:
    • Configure redundancy in Proficy Machine Edition
    • Ensure both CPUs use compatible firmware versions
    • Monitor switchover status via system LEDs and diagnostics