GE IC693CPU364-AD CPU Processor card

The GE Fanuc IC693CPU364-AD, also cataloged as the IC693CPU364 CPU Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for central logic execution and Ethernet network communications within Series 90-30 PLC backplane platforms.

Hardware Specifications

Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Ethernet Connectivity

The IC693CPU364-AD routes internal scan data over high-speed backplane bus communication velocity architectures, delivering deterministic logic execution across local and expansion racks. Embedded Ethernet hardware supports 10Base-T TCP/IP protocols to manage real-time data transfers to upper-level SCADA nodes without interrupting local logic cycles. The module maintains firmware flash compatibility to support field updates across connected Series 90-30 system racks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the primary power distribution constraints for the IC693CPU364-AD on the baseplate?

A: The IC693CPU364-AD draws 1.51 A at 5 VDC directly from the backplane power supply bus. Hot-swapping is not supported; baseplate supply power must be completely removed prior to inserting or extracting the CPU module.

Q: How is memory retained during primary supply interruptions?

A: Application logic, system registers, and real-time clock parameters are maintained via a lithium battery circuit on the power supply backplane, complemented by onboard non-volatile Flash memory storage.

Field Installation Guidelines

1. Power De-energization: Isolate all AC and DC incoming power to the baseplate power supply and expansion racks prior to physical installation.
2. Slot Positioning: Insert the IC693CPU364-AD firmly into Slot 1 of the modular Series 90-30 baseplate until top and bottom latches fully lock into place.
3. Cable Routing and Grounding: Route Ethernet STP cables in dedicated low-voltage channels separate from high-power AC conductors. Terminate cable shields directly to chassis ground at the switch panel.
4. Serial Interface Grounding: Connect the RS-485 drain wire on the power supply port directly to functional earth (FE) to maintain signal integrity in high-EMI industrial environments.