GE IC693CMM321-EE Series 90-30 Ethernet Interface Communication Module
GE IC693CMM321-EE Series 90-30 Ethernet Interface Communication Module
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Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.: IC693CMM321-EE Product Origin:USA Product Dimensions:202 × 21 × 261 mm Product Weight:0.30 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-EE Series 90-30 Ethernet Interface Communication Module is a specialized networking solution designed to extend GE Series 90-30 PLC systems with Ethernet communication capability. It enables industrial controllers to exchange data with supervisory computers, HMIs, SCADA platforms, and other automation equipment through Ethernet-based communication.
Built for industrial reliability, the IC693CMM321-EE provides a practical communication bridge for existing Series 90-30 installations. Its client/server architecture, diagnostic interfaces, and modular rack installation make it suitable for maintaining and expanding established automation networks.
For facilities operating legacy GE PLC infrastructure, this communication module remains a valuable component for improving connectivity, simplifying system monitoring, and extending the service life of existing control solutions.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Description
Manufacturer
GE Fanuc / Emerson
Model
IC693CMM321-EE
Product Type
Ethernet Interface Communication Module
Product Family
Series 90-30
Communication Type
Ethernet TCP/IP Interface
Primary Protocol
SRTP
Network Interface
Ethernet via AAUI Port
Serial Port 1
RS-232 RJ-11 Station Manager Port
Serial Port 2
RS-485 15-Pin D-Type Loader Port
Maximum Server Connections
16
Installation Type
Single Slot PLC Module
CPU Compatibility
Series 90-30 CPUs with Ethernet support
Diagnostic Indicators
OK, LAN, SER, STAT LEDs
Backplane Power Consumption
Approx. 100 mA @ 5 VDC
Isolation
Optical Isolation
Mounting Method
Series 90-30 Baseplate
Operating Temperature
0°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Dimensions
Approx. 127 × 101.6 × 28 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.23 kg
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Model
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Model
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Where It Excels in Industrial Use
GE Series 90-30 PLC Ethernet network integration
Industrial automation systems requiring PLC-to-PC communication
SCADA and HMI communication applications
Factory data collection and production monitoring systems
Provides Ethernet communication capability for Series 90-30 PLC systems
Supports SRTP Ethernet communication protocol
Enables PLC communication with HMI, SCADA, and supervisory systems
Supports client/server communication architecture
Allows multiple simultaneous server connections
Includes RS-232 Station Manager diagnostic interface
Includes RS-485 serial loader communication interface
Provides LED indicators for communication status monitoring
Single-slot installation for Series 90-30 baseplates
Designed for dependable industrial networking in legacy automation systems
Technical FAQs
1. What is the primary function of the GE IC693CMM321-EE?
The IC693CMM321-EE is an Ethernet Interface Communication Module designed to connect GE Series 90-30 PLC systems to Ethernet networks, enabling communication with computers, HMIs, SCADA platforms, and other controllers.
2. Which communication protocols are supported by the IC693CMM321-EE?
The module primarily supports GE SRTP (Service Request Transport Protocol) communication over Ethernet for PLC data exchange and network communication. The -EE revision is associated with SRTP functionality rather than later Modbus TCP-capable revisions.
3. How many communication connections can the module support?
The IC693CMM321 series Ethernet interface supports up to 16 simultaneous server connections when used with compatible Series 90-30 CPU versions.
4. What communication ports are available on the module?
The module includes:
RS-232 RJ-11 Station Manager port
RS-485 15-pin D-type software loader port
Ethernet network interface through AAUI connection
5. Can the IC693CMM321-EE communicate with HMIs?
Yes. The module can provide Ethernet communication between Series 90-30 PLCs and compatible HMI systems for monitoring, data exchange, and operator interface applications.
6. Is the IC693CMM321-EE a CPU module?
No. The IC693CMM321-EE is a dedicated communication module. It does not execute PLC logic programs but provides network connectivity for Series 90-30 CPU systems.
7. Where is the IC693CMM321-EE installed?
The module installs into a single slot on a GE Series 90-30 PLC baseplate and communicates with the CPU through the PLC backplane.
8. What diagnostic features are available?
The module provides status indicators including:
OK status
LAN communication activity
Serial communication activity
STAT diagnostic indication
These LEDs assist technicians with troubleshooting network and module operation.
9. What PLC platforms are compatible with this module?
The IC693CMM321-EE is designed for GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC platforms and works with compatible Series 90-30 CPUs and rack configurations.
10. What applications commonly use this communication module?
Typical applications include factory automation networks, production monitoring systems, SCADA integration, PLC data exchange, and industrial equipment communication upgrades.
