Description
GE IC697PWR711J – Enhanced Redundant Power Supply Module for GE Series 90-70 PLCs
Product Description
The GE IC697PWR711J is a premium enhanced redundant power supply module exclusively engineered for GE’s Series 90-70 programmable logic controllers (PLCs), designed to deliver uninterrupted, stable power to mission-critical industrial automation systems. As the core power infrastructure for high-reliability PLC setups, the GE IC697PWR711J combines robust power delivery with built-in redundancy support, ensuring system operation even if one power path fails. Engineered with industrial ruggedness and seamless ecosystem integration at its core, the GE IC697PWR711J adheres to strict global safety and performance standards, making it ideal for sectors where downtime is catastrophic—such as energy, chemical, and critical infrastructure. What sets the GE IC697PWR711J apart from standard power supplies is its redundant operation capability, higher output efficiency, and advanced fault-monitoring features tailored to the Series 90-70 ecosystem. Whether deployed in nuclear power plants, large-scale refineries, or emergency response systems, the GE IC697PWR711J provides a fault-tolerant, long-lasting power solution that safeguards critical PLC operations against power disruptions.
Product Parameters
- Module Type: Enhanced redundant industrial power supply module, exclusive to GE Series 90-70 PLC systems
- Input Voltage Range: 85-264 VAC (single-phase) or 120-370 VDC, supporting global power grid standards and backup power systems
- Output Voltage: Regulated 24 VDC, with a continuous output current capacity of 7 A (total 168 W power output)
- Redundancy Support: N+1 redundant configuration compatible, enabling parallel connection of two modules for seamless failover
- Output Regulation: ±0.3% voltage regulation, ensuring ultra-stable power delivery amid fluctuating input voltages or load changes
- PLC Compatibility: Fully compatible with GE Series 90-70 chassis (IC697CHS790), CPUs (IC697CPM790-GD, IC697CPX935-TE), and all Series 90-70 I/O/communication modules
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F), resilient to extreme industrial temperature fluctuations
- Power Efficiency: Up to 91% high-efficiency rating, minimizing energy waste and heat generation in control cabinets
- Physical Dimensions: 110 mm × 80 mm × 130 mm (4.33 in × 3.15 in × 5.12 in), DIN rail mountable (EN 50022 standard)
- Certifications: UL 508, CE, IEC 61131-2, ATEX, IEEE 1613, and IEC 62443 compliant, meeting global safety and cybersecurity standards
- Operating Humidity: 5% – 95% (non-condensing), adaptable to humid or moisture-prone industrial settings
- Protection Features: Built-in overvoltage, overcurrent, short-circuit, thermal shutdown, and reverse-polarity protection
- MTBF: Exceeds 250,000 hours, ensuring long-term reliability in mission-critical applications
- Monitoring Output: Dry contact alarm output for fault signaling, enabling integration with PLC diagnostic systems
Advantages and Features
- Redundant Failover Capability: The GE IC697PWR711J supports N+1 redundancy, allowing two modules to operate in parallel—if one fails, the other automatically takes over without system interruption, critical for 24/7 operations like power grids and chemical plants.
- Ultra-Stable Voltage Regulation: ±0.3% output regulation delivers consistent 24 VDC power to sensitive PLC components, preventing data corruption, module malfunctions, or control logic errors caused by voltage instability.
- High Output Capacity & Efficiency: 7 A output current (168 W) powers larger Series 90-70 configurations, while 91% efficiency reduces energy costs and heat buildup, extending the lifespan of surrounding chassis components.
- Comprehensive Fault Protection: Multi-layer protection (overvoltage, short-circuit, thermal shutdown) safeguards both the module and connected PLC hardware from power-related damage, minimizing maintenance costs and downtime.
- Seamless Series 90-70 Integration: Plug-and-play compatibility with Series 90-70 chassis and diagnostic systems eliminates custom wiring, while the dry contact alarm output enables real-time fault monitoring via the PLC’s control interface.
- Global Deployment Readiness: Dual AC/DC input support adapts to diverse power grids worldwide, making the GE IC697PWR711J suitable for international industrial projects and remote sites with backup battery systems.
Application Cases in Application Fields
- Nuclear Power Plant Auxiliary Systems: A global nuclear energy provider deployed the GE IC697PWR711J in its reactor coolant pump control systems, using two modules in redundant configuration. The failover capability ensured uninterrupted power during grid fluctuations, maintaining critical safety interlocks and complying with regulatory requirements for fault tolerance.
- Large-Scale Chemical Refinery: An oil and gas refinery integrated the GE IC697PWR711J into its distillation unit PLC systems, powering 16 Series 90-70 I/O modules and communication modules. The 7 A output capacity supported the high-load configuration, while the dry contact alarm enabled real-time monitoring of power status via the refinery’s central SCADA system, reducing unplanned downtime by 30%.
- Emergency Medical Equipment Manufacturing: A medical device manufacturer used the GE IC697PWR711J to power PLC systems in sterile production lines for ventilator components. The ultra-stable voltage regulation prevented precision machining errors, while redundancy support ensured continuous production during power grid outages, meeting critical healthcare supply demands.
- Urban Transit Control System: A metropolitan transit authority adopted the GE IC697PWR711J in its subway signaling and train control PLCs, leveraging redundant modules to maintain power during peak demand or grid failures. The module’s wide temperature tolerance withstood extreme conditions in underground control rooms, improving transit system reliability by 25%.
Comparisons with Competing Products
| Feature | GE IC697PWR711J | Competitor AZ (Redundant PLC Power Supply) | Competitor BA (Industrial 24V Power Supply) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Output Current | 7 A (168 W) | 5 A (120 W) | 6 A (144 W) |
| Redundancy Support | N+1 redundant (parallelable) | Limited to 2-module failover | No redundancy support |
| Voltage Regulation | ±0.3% | ±0.8% | ±0.5% |
| Power Efficiency | Up to 91% | Up to 85% | Up to 88% |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 70°C | 0°C to 60°C | -20°C to 65°C |
| Protection Features | Overvoltage, overcurrent, short-circuit, thermal shutdown, reverse-polarity | Overcurrent + short-circuit only | Overvoltage + thermal shutdown |
| MTBF | >250,000 hours | ~180,000 hours | ~200,000 hours |
The GE IC697PWR711J outperforms competitors in output capacity, redundancy, voltage stability, and reliability. While Competitor AZ offers basic redundancy, it lacks the high current output and wide temperature tolerance, making the GE IC697PWR711J the definitive choice for mission-critical Series 90-70 PLC systems.
Selection Suggestions and Precautions
Selection Suggestions
- Prioritize Redundancy Needs: Choose the GE IC697PWR711J for applications where downtime is catastrophic (e.g., nuclear power, chemical refining), leveraging its N+1 redundancy to eliminate single points of power failure.
- Align with Series 90-70 Ecosystem: Select this module if your system uses GE Series 90-70 chassis and high-load configurations, ensuring optimal power matching and seamless integration with diagnostic systems.
- Assess Load Requirements: Opt for the GE IC697PWR711J for PLC setups with total power demands up to 168 W (e.g., large I/O banks, communication modules), as its 7 A output outperforms standard 5 A power supplies.
- Global Deployment Projects: Choose this module for international industrial sites, as its dual AC/DC input support adapts to diverse power grids and backup systems worldwide.
Precautions
- Redundancy Configuration: When setting up N+1 redundancy, ensure both GE IC697PWR711J modules are from the same firmware version and properly wired in parallel to enable seamless failover.
- Input Voltage Compliance: Verify that the input power source (AC/DC) falls within the 85-264 VAC or 120-370 VDC range to prevent damage to the module’s internal circuitry.
- Load Capacity Management: Avoid exceeding the 7 A maximum output current by calculating the total power draw of connected modules, as overloading can trigger thermal shutdown and compromise redundancy.
- Wiring & Grounding: Use heavy-gauge power cables and ensure proper grounding to minimize voltage drop and electromagnetic interference; separate power cables from signal cables to protect PLC communication.
- Fault Monitoring: Regularly check the dry contact alarm output status via the PLC’s diagnostic interface to proactively identify power anomalies before they affect system operation.
IC697PWR711J
| SERVOSTAR310 |
| 3500/61 |
| IMMFP03 |
| SNCI-3 |
| PPC907BE |
| IMASI23 |
| 301130 |
| PR6423/003-030+CON021 |
| R901077297 |
| ACC-24E3 |
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