Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.: IC693CPU331-CD Product Origin:USA Product Dimensions:109 × 64 × 58 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 IC693CPU331-CD CPU Module is a dependable controller developed for the Series 90-30 PLC family, providing stable processing performance for a wide range of industrial automation systems. As a single-slot CPU, it combines program execution, memory management, communication capability, and system coordination within a compact design, making it well suited for both new installations and legacy equipment support.
Featuring a 10 MHz Intel 80188 processor and 16 KB of user memory, the IC693CPU331-CD delivers efficient logic execution while supporting expansion through additional baseplates and optional communication modules. Its battery-backed clock and flexible memory architecture help ensure dependable operation in demanding industrial environments.
With proven Series 90-30 compatibility, straightforward integration, and long-term operational reliability, the IC693CPU331-CD continues to be an excellent choice for OEM equipment, factory automation systems, and industrial retrofit projects.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Details
Model
IC693CPU331-CD
Product Type
CPU Module
Series
GE Series 90-30
Processor
Intel 80188
Processor Speed
10 MHz
User Program Memory
16 KB
Program Memory Type
Battery-Backed RAM
Optional Memory
EPROM / EEPROM
Discrete Inputs (%I)
512 Points
Discrete Outputs (%Q)
512 Points
Register Memory (%R)
2,048 Words
Internal Coils (%M)
1,024 Bits
Global Memory (%G)
1,280 Bits
Analog Inputs (%AI)
128 Words
Analog Outputs (%AQ)
64 Words
Timers/Counters
680
Typical Scan Rate
0.4 ms per 1K Boolean Logic
Built-in Communication
SNP / SNP-X Slave Serial Port
Maximum Baseplates
5 (1 CPU + 4 Expansion/Remote)
Power Consumption
350 mA @ +5 VDC
Operating Temperature
0°C to 60°C
Dimensions
Approx. 127 × 35 × 130 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.20 kg
Recommended Companion Models
Model
Product Name
IC693PWR322
Series 90-30 DC Power Supply Module
IC693CHS393
Series 90-30 10-Slot Expansion Baseplate
IC693BEM340
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IC693ALG390
Series 90-30 Analog Output Module
Frequently Selected Alternatives
Model
Product Name
IC693CPU340
Series 90-30 CPU Module
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IC693CPU360
Series 90-30 High-Performance CPU Module
Where It Excels in Industrial Use
• Designed for GE Series 90-30 PLC systems, the IC693CPU331-CD serves as the central processing unit for compact and mid-sized industrial automation applications, providing reliable machine control and deterministic PLC performance.
• Ideal for packaging machinery, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, water treatment plants, HVAC systems, and OEM manufacturing equipment requiring dependable sequential control.
• Supports distributed automation architectures through compatibility with Ethernet, Genius, Profibus, FIP, GCM, and other optional communication modules, enabling flexible plant-wide integration.
• Well suited for legacy system maintenance, equipment modernization, and long-life industrial installations where Series 90-30 reliability remains a trusted solution.
Key Strengths at a Glance
• Powered by a 10 MHz Intel 80188 processor, delivering a typical scan rate of approximately 0.4 ms per 1K Boolean logic for consistent control performance.
• Provides 16 KB of user program memory with battery-backed RAM and optional EPROM/EEPROM support for secure application storage.
• Supports up to five baseplates consisting of one CPU baseplate plus four expansion or remote baseplates, allowing flexible system expansion.
• Includes a battery-backed real-time clock, built-in SNP/SNP-X communication capability, and broad compatibility with Series 90-30 I/O and networking modules.
Technical FAQs
1. What type of module is the GE IC693CPU331-CD?
The IC693CPU331-CD is a single-slot CPU module for the GE Series 90-30 PLC platform.
2. Which PLC family supports the IC693CPU331-CD?
The module is designed for GE Series 90-30 programmable logic controller systems.
3. What processor is used in the IC693CPU331-CD?
The CPU utilizes an Intel 80188 processor operating at 10 MHz.
4. How much user program memory is available?
The controller provides a maximum of 16 KB of user program memory.
5. How many baseplates can the CPU support?
The IC693CPU331-CD supports one CPU baseplate and up to four expansion or remote baseplates, for a total of five.
6. Does the module include a real-time clock?
Yes. A battery-backed real-time clock is integrated to retain date and time information during power interruptions.
7. What communication protocol is available through the built-in port?
The integrated serial interface supports SNP/SNP-X slave communications. Additional networking options are available through optional communication modules.
8. Does the IC693CPU331-CD support interrupt processing?
No. Interrupt processing is not supported by the CPU331 platform.
9. What memory storage technologies are supported?
The module supports battery-backed RAM with optional EPROM or EEPROM memory modules.
10. What should be verified before replacing the IC693CPU331-CD?
Verify the firmware revision, application backup, battery condition, memory module compatibility, communication configuration, and baseplate compatibility before installation. Note that revision CD or earlier may require upgrading for compatibility with newer accessory modules.
