Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.:IC693CMM321-EF Product Origin:USA Product Dimensions:110 × 66.8 × 50 mm Product Weight:0.3 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The GE IC693CMM321-EF Ethernet Communication Module is a dedicated TCP/IP networking solution developed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC platform. Designed to provide reliable industrial Ethernet communications, the module enables seamless integration between PLCs, supervisory control systems, operator interfaces, and engineering workstations.
Supporting both client and server communication modes, the IC693CMM321-EF allows flexible data exchange across industrial Ethernet networks while maintaining dependable communication performance. Its COMMREQ support enables efficient PLC-to-PLC messaging, remote monitoring, and host computer communications.
With proven reliability, robust diagnostics, and compatibility with existing Series 90-30 installations, the IC693CMM321-EF continues to be a practical choice for system upgrades, maintenance projects, and long-term industrial automation support.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Description
Manufacturer
GE Fanuc / Emerson
Model
IC693CMM321-EF
Product Type
Ethernet Communication Module
PLC Platform
Series 90-30
Communication Protocol
Ethernet TCP/IP (SRTP)
Communication Modes
Client / Server
Ethernet Speed
10 Mbps
Maximum Server Connections
16
Ethernet Interface
14-Pin AAUI Port
Station Manager Port
RS-232 (RJ-11)
Software Loader Port
RS-485
Supported Programming
COMMREQ Function Block
Diagnostic Indicators
OK, LAN, SER, STAT LEDs
Backplane Installation
Single I/O Slot
Backplane Current Consumption
Approx. 450 mA @ 5 VDC
Operating Temperature
0°C to +60°C
Dimensions
Approx. 130 × 130 × 30 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.45 kg
Recommended Companion Models
Model
Product Name
IC693CPU350
Series 90-30 CPU Module
IC693PWR321
Series 90-30 Power Supply Module
IC693CHS391N
Series 90-30 10-Slot CPU Baseplate
IC693BEM331
Series 90-30 Genius Bus Controller Module
Frequently Selected Alternatives
Model
Product Name
IC693CMM321-JJ
Series 90-30 Ethernet Communication Module
IC693CMM302
Series 90-30 Genius Communications Module
IC695ETM001
PACSystems RX3i Ethernet Interface Module
IC695CPE330
PACSystems RX3i CPU with Embedded Ethernet
Where It Excels in Industrial Use
GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC Ethernet networking
SCADA and HMI communication systems
PLC-to-PLC data exchange over TCP/IP
Industrial process automation networks
Manufacturing execution system (MES) integration
Remote monitoring and diagnostics
Factory-wide Ethernet communication
Industrial data acquisition systems
Legacy Series 90-30 modernization projects
Distributed automation architectures
Key Strengths at a Glance
Ethernet TCP/IP communication for Series 90-30 PLCs
Supports both client and server communication modes
Up to 16 simultaneous server connections
COMMREQ instruction support for PLC communications
High-speed 10 Mbps Ethernet networking
Integrated AAUI Ethernet interface
Built-in RS-232 Station Manager port
Comprehensive diagnostic LED indicators
Reliable industrial communication performance
Seamless integration with GE Fanuc automation platforms
Technical FAQs
1. What is the primary function of the GE IC693CMM321-EF?
The IC693CMM321-EF is an Ethernet Interface Module that enables GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLCs to communicate over TCP/IP Ethernet networks with PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, and host computers.
2. Does the IC693CMM321-EF support both client and server operation?
Yes. The module operates as both an Ethernet client and server. As a client, it initiates communications using COMMREQ instructions, while as a server it responds to requests from other network devices.
3. How many simultaneous Ethernet connections are supported?
The module supports up to 16 simultaneous server connections, allowing communication with multiple industrial devices at the same time.
4. What Ethernet interface does the IC693CMM321-EF provide?
The IC693CMM321-EF includes an AAUI Ethernet port, which requires an external Ethernet transceiver for network connectivity. Unlike later hardware revisions, the -EF version does not include an integrated RJ-45 10Base-T port.
5. What communication ports are available besides Ethernet?
The module includes an RS-232 Station Manager port for diagnostics and configuration, as well as an RS-485 Software Loader port for firmware loading and maintenance.
6. Which PLC platform is compatible with this module?
The IC693CMM321-EF is designed specifically for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC family.
7. What network speed does the module support?
The Ethernet interface supports 10 Mbps Ethernet communication using standard TCP/IP protocols for industrial automation networks.
8. What diagnostic features are available?
The module includes front-panel OK, LAN, SER, and STAT LEDs that provide real-time information about module health, communication activity, and network status.
9. Can the IC693CMM321-EF communicate with newer GE PLC platforms?
Yes. Through Ethernet TCP/IP, it can exchange data with compatible GE automation platforms equipped with supported Ethernet interfaces, including later Series 90 and PACSystems products where supported by firmware and communication protocols.
10. Why is the IC693CMM321-EF still widely used?
It remains a dependable networking solution for maintaining existing Series 90-30 installations, providing stable Ethernet connectivity for legacy automation systems without requiring major hardware redesigns.
