Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.:GE IC697GDC701 Product Origin: USA Product Dimensions:35 mm × 130 mm × 135 mm Product Weight:0.43 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 IC697GDC701 is a Graphics Display Coprocessor (GDC) module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC system. Unlike standard CPU modules, it functions as a co-processor dedicated to graphical display and visualization tasks, working alongside the main PLC CPU.
It is primarily used to drive industrial display systems (GDS), enabling real-time visualization of process data, system status, and control interfaces in industrial automation environments.
Technical Specifications
The IC697GDC701 provides dedicated processing for graphics and display communication.
Parameter
Specification
Model
IC697GDC701
Product Type
Graphics Display Coprocessor
Series
GE Fanuc Series 90-70
Processor
Intel 80C186
Clock Speed
12 MHz
Program Memory
640 KB RAM
Video Memory
1 MB VRAM
Display Resolution
640 × 350 (EGA)
Communication
RS-232 + RS-422/485
Function
Graphics display processing
Backplane
VME C.1 architecture
Power Requirement
5 V DC (~1.2 A)
Slot Requirement
Single-slot module
This module is optimized for real-time display processing and fast access to PLC memory for visualization tasks.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
Parameter
Value
Dimensions (L × W × H)
≈ 35 mm × 130 mm × 135 mm
Weight
≈ 0.3 kg – 0.43 kg
Applications
The IC697GDC701 is used in systems requiring operator interface and visualization:
Industrial HMI display systems
Process monitoring and control panels
SCADA visualization terminals
Manufacturing system dashboards
Power plant and utility monitoring
Oil & gas control room displays
Advantages
Dedicated graphics processing offloads CPU workload
Real-time visualization of PLC data
Integrated video output (EGA standard)
Direct backplane communication with CPU
Supports multiple GDC modules in one system
Reliable industrial-grade design
Compatible with GE 90-70 ecosystem
This module is a specialized solution for adding visualization capability to GE Series 90-70 PLC systems.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the IC697GDC701 used for?
It is used as a graphics display coprocessor for PLC systems.
2. Is it a CPU?
No, it is a co-processor dedicated to display functions.
3. What display resolution does it support?
640 × 350 (EGA).
4. How much memory does it have?
640 KB program RAM + 1 MB video RAM.
5. What processor does it use?
Intel 80C186 at 12 MHz.
6. How does it communicate?
Through the PLC backplane and serial ports.
7. Can multiple modules be used?
Yes, multiple GDC modules can exist in one system.
8. Does it replace HMI?
It works with external display terminals (GDT), not standalone HMI.
9. What industries use it?
Manufacturing, power, oil & gas, and industrial automation.
10. Is it still used today?
Yes, mainly in legacy GE 90-70 systems requiring visualization support.
