Description

GE IC698CPE030-HN – Premium High-Performance CPU Module for Advanced RX3i PLC Systems

Product Description

Product Parameters

Advantages and Features

1. Quad-Core 1.2 GHz Processing Power: The GE IC698CPE030-HN features a quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor, delivering superior multi-tasking performance to run complex control logic, edge analytics, and real-time data processing simultaneously—up to 40% faster than dual-core RX3i CPU modules, ideal for high-speed manufacturing and large-scale process control.
2. Massive Memory for Enterprise-Grade Tasks: 4 GB DDR3 RAM and 16 GB eMMC flash memory provide abundant space for ultra-large control programs, long-term industrial IoT data logging, and firmware upgrades, supporting advanced applications like predictive maintenance and machine learning at the edge.
3. Redundant High-Speed Network Connectivity: Equipped with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting redundant configurations and automatic failover (< 50 ms), ensuring uninterrupted network communication in mission-critical applications like nuclear power plants and petrochemical refineries.
4. Advanced Industrial & IoT Protocol Support: Native support for PROFINET IO (IRT) enables hard real-time communication for motion control, while OPC UA (Pub/Sub) and MQTT Sparkplug facilitate seamless integration with enterprise-level IoT platforms and cloud analytics tools.
5. Hot-Standby Redundancy Capability: Supports hot-standby CPU redundancy, allowing a backup GE IC698CPE030-HN to take over instantly if the primary unit fails—eliminating single points of failure and maximizing system uptime for business-critical operations.
6. Enterprise-Grade Cybersecurity & Ruggedness: Certified to IEC 62443 Level 3 for industrial cybersecurity, it includes role-based access control and encrypted communication; built to withstand extreme temperatures, vibration, and electromagnetic interference, ensuring reliability in harsh industrial environments.

Application Cases in Application Fields

1. Nuclear Power Plant Control Systems: A major energy utility deployed the GE IC698CPE030-HN in its nuclear power plant’s safety instrumentation and control (I&C) systems. The quad-core processor handled complex safety algorithms, while hot-standby redundancy and redundant Ethernet ensured compliance with strict nuclear safety regulations, preventing potential operational disruptions.
2. High-Speed Semiconductor Fabrication: A global semiconductor OEM integrated the GE IC698CPE030-HN into its wafer processing line RX3i PLC systems. PROFINET IO (IRT) enabled hard real-time control of precision etching and deposition equipment, while the 16 GB flash memory logged granular process data for quality traceability, reducing wafer defect rates by 25%.
3. Smart City Water Distribution Network: A municipal water authority used the GE IC698CPE030-HN to manage its regional water distribution PLC hub. The CPU’s redundant Ethernet ports ensured uninterrupted communication with 50+ remote pump stations, and MQTT Sparkplug connectivity enabled cloud-based monitoring of water pressure and flow rates, reducing water loss by 18%.
4. Automotive EV Battery Gigafactory: An electric vehicle manufacturer deployed the GE IC698CPE030-HN in its battery gigafactory’s RX3i PLC systems. The quad-core processor synchronized 200+ industrial robots and IoT sensors, while hot-standby redundancy prevented production halts during maintenance, supporting 24/7 high-volume battery production with 99.9% uptime.

Comparisons with Competing Products

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

1. Selection Suggestions:
   • Choose the GE IC698CPE030-HN for RX3i PLC systems in mission-critical applications (nuclear power, semiconductor fabrication, EV gigafactories) where redundancy, high processing speed, and zero downtime are mandatory.
   • Opt for this module if you’re building or upgrading to a smart factory or industrial IoT hub, as its advanced protocol support and large memory enable seamless cloud integration and edge analytics.
   • Prioritize the GE IC698CPE030-HN for large-scale industrial setups requiring massive I/O capacity, such as regional utility networks or high-volume manufacturing facilities.
2. Precautions:
   • Ensure the module is installed in a genuine GE RX3i 3U rack and paired with compatible control head stations (e.g., IC698CHS217) to ensure proper redundancy functionality and backplane communication.
   • Verify the RX3i backplane provides stable 24 VDC power, as voltage fluctuations can compromise the CPU’s redundancy features and internal components.
   • Avoid operating the module outside the -40°C to 75°C temperature range; install it in a well-ventilated, dust-free control cabinet to dissipate heat during high-load computing tasks.
   • Regularly update the module’s firmware via GE’s official software to maintain cybersecurity compliance (IEC 62443 Level 3) and access the latest redundancy and protocol enhancements.
   • When configuring hot-standby redundancy, use two identical GE IC698CPE030-HN modules and ensure they’re paired with compatible RX3i redundant power supplies for seamless failover.

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