Description

GE IC695CPL410 – Industrial PLC High-End Compact CPU Module Comprehensive Technical Guide

Product Description

Product Parameters

Advantages and Features

1. Quad-Core High-Speed Compact Processing: The GE IC695CPL410 is equipped with a 32-bit quad-core industrial processor, delivering fast execution speeds of 0.04 microseconds per boolean instruction and 0.12 microseconds per floating-point instruction. This powerful performance is packed into a single-slot compact form factor, making it perfect for space-constrained control cabinets without compromising on processing capability.
2. Generous Secure Non-Volatile Memory: With 192 MB flash program memory (battery-free) and 96 MB expandable RAM, the module securely stores complex control programs, process data, and user configurations. The non-volatile design eliminates data loss risks during power outages, while expandable memory supports future system upgrades and detailed data logging.
3. Dual Gigabit Redundant Networking: Featuring 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports and native support for key industrial protocols (including OPC UA for IIoT integration), the GE IC695CPL410 enables seamless connectivity to industrial networks, HMIs, and cloud platforms. The dual Ethernet ports support network redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted communication and minimizing downtime from network failures.
4. Balanced Enterprise Security: Compliant with ISA/IEC 62443 standards, the CPU integrates AES-128 encryption, role-based access control, and firmware integrity verification to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats. This balanced security suite meets the needs of medium-scale industrial applications without the complexity of overly advanced enterprise solutions.
5. Universal RX3i Compatibility: Fully compatible with all RX3i modules—including digital/analog I/O, motion control, and specialty units—the GE IC695CPL410 ensures plug-and-play integration into existing RX3i systems. This compatibility reduces upgrade costs and simplifies system expansion for growing industrial operations.

Application Cases in Application Fields

1. Compact Automotive Assembly Cells: A leading automotive OEM deployed the GE IC695CPL410 in its RX3i PLC-based compact robotic assembly cells for electric vehicle components. The quad-core processor coordinated robotic arms, torque sensors, and quality inspection tools, while its compact form factor fit into space-constrained cell control cabinets. The dual Ethernet ports enabled redundant communication to the factory’s MES system, boosting cell throughput by 30% and reducing assembly errors by 22%.
2. Pharmaceutical Packaging Lines: A global pharmaceutical company integrated the GE IC695CPL410 into its RX3i PLC-based sterile packaging lines. The CPU’s fast processing maintained precise control over labeling, sealing, and batch coding equipment, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations. Its non-volatile memory securely stored batch records, and the OPC UA support enabled seamless data transfer to the company’s quality management system, reducing packaging defects by 18% and streamlining audit processes.
3. Food & Beverage Processing Stations: A major food processing firm used the GE IC695CPL410 to control its RX3i PLC-based processing stations for snack production. The CPU handled logic for mixing, baking, and packaging processes, while its dual Ethernet ports ensured reliable communication with inventory management systems. The compact design fit into the production line’s small control enclosures, and its moisture-resistant circuitry withstood the humid processing environment, improving line uptime by 25% and reducing maintenance costs by 16%.

Comparisons with Competing Products

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

Selection Suggestions

1. Verify System Compatibility: Confirm that the GE IC695CPL410 is paired with GE PACSystems RX3i chassis and compatible modules to ensure seamless backplane integration and full utilization of its processing, memory, and networking features.
2. Prioritize Space-Constrained Applications: Choose this CPU for compact control cabinets, manufacturing cells, or processing stations where space is limited, as its single-slot form factor delivers powerful performance without occupying extra chassis space.
3. Opt for Medium-Scale Control Systems: Select the GE IC695CPL410 for medium-to-large industrial setups (e.g., automotive cells, packaging lines) that require robust I/O capacity and multi-protocol communication but don’t need the extreme scalability of enterprise-grade CPUs.
4. Assess Security & Compliance Needs: Opt for this CPU if your operation operates in regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food processing), as its ISA/IEC 62443 compliance and AES-128 encryption meet standard regulatory security requirements.

Precautions

1. Purchase from Authorized Distributors: Only source the GE IC695CPL410 from GE-authorized suppliers to avoid counterfeit CPUs that may lack critical security features, compromise processing performance, or cause system malfunctions.
2. Professional Installation & Configuration: Ensure installation is performed by certified RX3i technicians, following GE’s guidelines for chassis insertion, network setup, and security configuration to maximize performance and mitigate operational risks.
3. Regular Firmware Updates: Keep the GE IC695CPL410’s firmware updated via GE’s Proficy Machine Edition software to patch security vulnerabilities, enhance protocol support, and access the latest performance optimizations.
4. Static Protection: Use anti-static tools and gloves during handling and installation to protect the CPU’s sensitive quad-core processor and memory components from electrostatic damage, which can impair functionality.
5. Monitor Processing Load: Avoid overloading the CPU by regularly auditing control logic and data logging tasks—this ensures consistent execution speed and prevents performance degradation, especially for 24/7 operating systems.

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