The GE IC697CPU771 is a high-performance CPU module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC platform. It serves as the central processing unit responsible for executing user logic, managing I/O scanning, handling communication tasks, and controlling real-time industrial automation processes.
Built for demanding industrial environments, this CPU delivers fast Boolean execution, expandable memory architecture, and strong system integration capability. It is widely used in large-scale process control, manufacturing automation, and infrastructure systems, where reliability and deterministic control are critical.
Unlike compact PLC CPUs, the IC697CPU771 is part of a modular rack-based system, enabling flexible expansion and long-term system scalability.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE Fanuc / Emerson |
| Model | IC697CPU771 |
| Series | Series 90-70 |
| Product Type | CPU Module |
| Processor | 80C186 (12 MHz) |
| Boolean Execution Speed | ~0.4 μs per instruction |
| Discrete I/O Capacity | Up to 2K points |
| Analog I/O Capacity | Up to 8K points |
| Memory | Up to 512 KB expandable (battery-backed CMOS RAM) |
| Programming Software | Logicmaster 90-70 / VersaPro / Proficy Machine Edition |
| Communication | Serial (RS-232 / RS-485), optional Ethernet via modules |
| Backplane | VME-based rack system |
| Battery Backup | Supported (memory retention + clock) |
| Diagnostics | LED indicators (RUN / OK / I/O status) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Physical Dimensions (L × W × H)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 261 × 202 × 21 mm |
| Weight | ~0.50 kg |
The slim 261 × 202 × 21 mm rack-mounted design and lightweight ~0.50 kg structure make it suitable for dense industrial backplane installations while maintaining strong processing performance and thermal stability.
Recommended Related Models
- GE IC697CPU772 – Enhanced floating-point CPU version
- GE IC697CPM915 – High-speed 80486-based CPU
- GE IC697CPX782 – Advanced memory and performance CPU
- GE IC697CHS750 – Series 90-70 rack chassis
- GE IC697PWR711 – Power supply module
Popular GE Series 90-70 Modules
- CPU processing modules (IC697 series)
- High-speed counter modules
- Analog input/output modules
- Communication interface modules (LAN, Ethernet, serial)
- Redundancy and motion control systems
These modules are widely used in heavy industry, energy systems, and large distributed automation infrastructures.
