GE IC698CHS117C

Description

Product Description

Product Parameters

• Module Type: 17-slot front-mount rack (GE PACSystems RX7i)
• Backplane: VME64, 0.8-inch slot spacing
• Slot Configuration: Slot 0 (power supply); slot 1 (CPU, 1-2 for double-width CPUs); 15 single-width or 8 double-width I/O slots
• Power Support: 350W RX7i power supply; +5V (60A), +12V (12A), -12V (4A)
• Mounting: Front-panel/wall-mount (panel-cutout compatible)
• Dimensions: 11.15″ H × 19.0″ W × 7.5″ D; weight ~10kg
• Environmental Ratings: Operating temp -25°C to +70°C; storage temp -40°C to +85°C; relative humidity 5%-95% (non-condensing); IP20 protection
• Key Features: Slot sensing, software configuration, RX7i/Series 90-70/VME compatibility, high-wattage power support

Advantages and Features

1. Scalable I/O & Module Flexibility

   GE IC698CHS117C supports mixed single/double-width modules and VME integration, adapting to diverse I/O counts and specialty module needs.

2. Simplified Configuration

   Slot sensing and software setup of GE IC698CHS117C reduce human error and speed up system deployment vs. jumper/DIP switch-based racks.

3. High-Power Delivery

   350W power support ensures GE IC698CHS117C can handle high-current modules (e.g., dense I/O, communication modules) without voltage drops.

4. Broad Compatibility

   Seamless integration with RX7i, Series 90-70, and VME modules lets GE IC698CHS117C extend legacy systems or build new RX7i-based architectures.

5. Rugged Industrial Design

   Wide temperature tolerance and IP20 protection make GE IC698CHS117C reliable in harsh factory/process environments.

Application Cases in Application Fields

• Power Generation: GE IC698CHS117C hosts RX7i CPUs and I/O modules for turbine control, monitoring fuel flow, temperature, and vibration via analog I/O, with VME modules for data logging and grid synchronization.
• Automotive Manufacturing: It integrates RX7i CPUs, digital I/O, and motion control modules to manage assembly line robots, conveyor speeds, and quality inspection, scaling I/O as production lines expand.
• Chemical Processing: GE IC698CHS117C connects to RX7i safety modules and analog I/O for reactor pressure/temperature control, using VME communication modules for DCS integration and compliance reporting.
• Water Treatment: It supports RX7i CPUs, digital I/O, and communication modules to coordinate pump stations and filtration systems, enabling remote monitoring of water quality and automatic process adjustments.

Comparisons with Competing Products

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

Selection Suggestions

• Choose GE IC698CHS117C for RX7i projects needing 15 single-width/8 double-width I/O slots, VME module integration, or Series 90-70 legacy expansion.
• Select it for industries requiring scalable I/O, high-power module support, and simplified software configuration.

Precautions

• Install a 350W RX7i power supply in slot 0 of GE IC698CHS117C to meet current demands of high-density I/O modules.
• Use CIMPLICITY Machine Edition for configuration to leverage GE IC698CHS117C’s slot-sensing feature and avoid manual jumper settings.
• Ensure proper grounding and cooling for GE IC698CHS117C to prevent overheating of high-power modules during continuous operation.
• Follow VME module integration guidelines (GFK-2235) when adding VME modules to GE IC698CHS117C to maintain backplane communication stability.

2711-B5A2 AB
1492-IFM40F AB PLC
1761-L32BWA AB
1762-L40AWA AB PLC
2094-BM03-S AB
1771SC-IM116 AB plc
2711P-RP2 AB plc
1756-L55M24 AB PLC
1769-L30 AB