Description

GE IC697CPX935-ED – Advanced Enhanced CPU Module for Series 90-70 PLC

Product Description

Product Parameters

Advantages and Features

1. Industry-Leading Processing Speed: Equipped with a 200 MHz 32-bit RISC processor, the GE IC697CPX935-ED executes complex ladder logic, function blocks, and motion control algorithms up to 50% faster than standard and mid-range Series 90-70 CPU modules, minimizing latency in time-sensitive applications like robotic assembly and precision process control.
2. Massive Memory Capacity: 16 MB RAM for program execution and 8 MB non-volatile flash memory provide abundant space for large application programs, long-term data logging, and firmware upgrades, eliminating the need for external memory modules even in data-intensive industrial setups.
3. Enhanced Fault Tolerance & Security: Features ECC memory to prevent data corruption, a built-in watchdog timer to reset unresponsive systems, and secure program storage to protect proprietary control logic, ensuring maximum uptime in mission-critical environments like nuclear power plants and chemical refineries.
4. Unmatched I/O Scalability: Supports up to 32768 digital and 4096 analog I/O points—double the capacity of previous enhanced CPU models—making the GE IC697CPX935-ED ideal for large-scale industrial complexes and future system expansions without core hardware replacement.
5. Full Legacy Ecosystem Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with all existing Series 90-70 hardware, allowing users to retain valuable legacy investments while upgrading to a more powerful and feature-rich CPU, reducing total cost of ownership.
6. Simplified Diagnostics & Maintenance: Built-in real-time diagnostic tools and LED indicators, combined with compatibility with GE’s VersaPro and CIMPLICITY software, enable remote monitoring, rapid error identification, and program updates, minimizing on-site maintenance time and operational downtime.

Application Cases in Application Fields

1. Large-Scale Solar Power Plant: A renewable energy company deployed the GE IC697CPX935-ED in its solar farm’s PLC systems to control inverter operations, power distribution, and grid synchronization. The CPU’s high processing speed synchronized 500+ solar inverters, while its massive memory logged 12 months of performance data, optimizing power output by 18%.
2. Automotive EV Assembly Line: A global electric vehicle OEM integrated the GE IC697CPX935-ED into its battery and chassis assembly line PLCs. The module’s high I/O capacity supported 3000+ sensors and actuators, and its fast processor synchronized 80+ industrial robots, reducing production cycle time by 30% compared to the previous CPU module.
3. Petrochemical Refinery Distillation Units: A petrochemical manufacturer used the GE IC697CPX935-ED to upgrade its legacy Series 90-70 PLC system in distillation and cracking units. The enhanced fault tolerance features prevented downtime during voltage fluctuations, while the secure program storage protected proprietary process recipes, reducing annual production losses by 35%.
4. Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant: A regional water authority deployed the GE IC697CPX935-ED in its wastewater treatment PLCs to manage pump stations, filtration systems, and chemical dosing processes across 5 treatment facilities. The module’s I/O scalability supported 4000+ digital sensors, and the non-volatile memory retained critical process data during power outages, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Comparisons with Competing Products

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

1. Selection Suggestions:
   • Choose the GE IC697CPX935-ED for Series 90-70 PLC systems in mission-critical applications (power generation, petrochemicals, EV manufacturing) where maximum processing speed, fault tolerance, and I/O scalability are essential.
   • Opt for this module if you need to upgrade legacy systems without replacing existing hardware, as its full compatibility preserves investments and minimizes deployment downtime.
   • Prioritize the GE IC697CPX935-ED for large-scale industrial setups, such as solar farms, wastewater treatment plants, and automotive assembly lines, thanks to its unmatched I/O capacity and data logging capabilities.
2. Precautions:
   • Ensure the module is installed in a genuine GE Series 90-70 rack and paired with compatible control head stations to avoid backplane communication errors or performance issues.
   • Verify that the Series 90-70 backplane provides stable 5 VDC power, as voltage fluctuations can damage the CPU’s internal components and corrupt stored programs.
   • Avoid operating the module outside the 0°C to 60°C temperature range; install it in a well-ventilated, dust-free control cabinet to prevent overheating during high-load operations.
   • Regularly back up the non-volatile flash memory via GE’s programming software to prevent data loss in case of module failure or accidental configuration changes.
   • Use only GE-approved I/O and communication modules with the GE IC697CPX935-ED to maintain system stability and avoid voiding the product warranty.

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