The GE IC697MEM717 is a high-performance CMOS memory expansion module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC system. It is built to extend controller memory capacity, allowing industrial automation systems to run larger programs, handle more complex data structures, and maintain stable performance in high-demand environments.
Unlike processing modules, this unit functions purely as memory augmentation hardware, making it a critical upgrade component for systems that require expanded logic and data handling without replacing the CPU architecture.
Technical Specifications Parameter Details Manufacturer GE Fanuc / Emerson Series 90-70 Series Model Number IC697MEM717 Module Type CMOS Memory Expansion Module Memory Capacity 256 KB (typical configuration) Configurable Capacity 64 KB / 128 KB / 256 KB / 512 KB (variant dependent) Memory Type CMOS RAM Compatibility CPU 771 / CPU 772 / PCM711 modules Installation Daughterboard (mounted on CPU or PCM module) Data Retention Battery-backed (system dependent) Power Requirement 5 VDC (via backplane) Current Consumption ~0.5 A max Error Checking CPU checksum background validation Dimensions (HxWxD) Approx. 110 × 70 × 25 mm Weight Approx. 0.09–0.19 kg
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Applications The IC697MEM717 is widely used in industrial systems where expanded memory is essential for operational stability and advanced control logic:
Large-scale manufacturing automation systems
Complex process control environments
Power generation and distribution systems
Oil, gas, and petrochemical processing plants
Legacy PLC system upgrades requiring extended program capacity
Its ability to support larger data sets makes it especially valuable in multi-loop control and data-intensive automation architectures.
Advantages
Expanded System Capacity
Stable CMOS Memory Architecture
Flexible Configuration Options
Seamless Integration
Efficient Upgrade Path
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