The GE IC697CMM742 is a Type 2 Ethernet interface module for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC system. It is designed to connect PLC controllers directly to industrial Ethernet LAN networks, enabling high-speed data exchange, remote programming, and SCADA system integration.
This module supports multiple Ethernet media types and advanced communication services such as TCP/IP and SRTP, making it a powerful solution for industrial networking, system diagnostics, and distributed control applications. It is widely used in legacy GE PLC upgrades where stable Ethernet connectivity is required without replacing the CPU system.
Technical Specifications
The IC697CMM742 provides robust industrial Ethernet communication capabilities.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC697CMM742 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Interface Module (Type 2) |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 |
| Network Standard | IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD |
| Network Speed | 10 Mbps Ethernet |
| Protocol Support | TCP/IP, SRTP, Ethernet Global Data |
| Port Configuration | 3 network ports |
| Network Media | 10BaseT / 10Base2 / 10Base5 / 10BaseF / 10Broad36 |
| AUI Port | 15-pin standard AUI interface |
| Function | PLC Ethernet communication + programming access |
| Firmware | Preloaded, field-upgradable |
| Diagnostics | LED status indicators (MODULE OK, LAN ONLINE, STATUS) |
| Slot Requirement | Single-slot PLC rack module |
The module provides multi-protocol Ethernet communication with flexible media compatibility, making it highly adaptable to different industrial network infrastructures.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | ≈ 292 mm × 44 mm × 229 mm (standard Series 90-70 module form factor) |
| Weight | ≈ 2.0 kg (shipping weight typical) |
The module follows the standard GE Series 90-70 single-slot design, ensuring seamless installation into existing racks.
Recommended Related Models
IC697CMM742 is commonly used with:
- GE IC697CHS790 PLC Rack
- GE IC697CPU772 Central Processing Unit
- GE IC697PWR711 Power Supply Module
- GE IC697CMM741 Ethernet Interface Module
- GE IC697CMM711 / CMM712 Serial Communication Modules
- GE IC697RCM711 Redundancy Communication Module
These components form a complete industrial Ethernet-enabled PLC system architecture.
Popular GE Series 90-70 Communication Modules
- IC697CMM741 – Standard Ethernet interface module
- IC697CMM742 – Advanced Type 2 Ethernet interface
- IC697CMM711 – Serial communication coprocessor
- IC697CMM712 – Serial communication module
These modules are widely used for industrial networking, SCADA integration, and legacy PLC communication upgrades.
