GE IC697VRM015 Reflective Memory / Fiber-Optic Communication Module
GE IC697VRM015 Reflective Memory / Fiber-Optic Communication Module
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Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.:GE IC697VRM015 Product Origin: USA Product Dimensions:266 × 88 × 31 mm Product Weight:4.5 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 IC697VRM015 is a high-speed fiber-optic reflective memory communication module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC system. It is not a traditional I/O or control module, but a real-time distributed data sharing unit used to synchronize memory across multiple PLC nodes.
This module enables multiple industrial controllers to operate as a single synchronized system, making it widely used in high-performance automation environments where deterministic, ultra-fast data exchange is critical.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Details
Manufacturer
GE Fanuc / Emerson
Series
90-70 Series
Model Number
IC697VRM015
Module Type
Reflective Memory / Communication Module
Communication Method
Fiber-optic reflective memory network
Data Transfer Rate
Up to 6.2 Mbyte/s
Network Speed
~170 Mbaud serial fiber communication
Maximum Nodes
Up to 256 nodes
Maximum Distance
Up to 2,000 meters between nodes
On-board Memory
256 KB SRAM per node
Data Mechanism
Real-time shared memory (write = broadcast to all nodes)
Interrupt Support
Yes
Interface
GE 90-70 VME backplane
Function
Multi-PLC real-time data synchronization
Operating Temperature
Industrial grade (typical 0°C to 60°C system environment)
Applications
The IC697VRM015 is widely used in high-speed distributed control and synchronized automation systems, including:
Power plant turbine control systems
Aerospace simulation and test systems
Large-scale motion control networks
Oil & gas distributed control systems
Industrial multi-controller synchronization systems
It is especially valuable where multiple PLCs must operate with identical real-time data without communication delay.
Advantages
Real-Time Shared Memory Architecture
Eliminates traditional polling-based communication delays.
Ultra-High-Speed Fiber Network
Enables deterministic communication between controllers.
Scalable Multi-Node System (Up to 256 Nodes)
Suitable for large distributed automation systems.
Long-Distance Communication (Up to 2 km)
Supports wide industrial site deployment.
High Reliability Data Synchronization
Ensures all nodes maintain identical process data.
Industrial-Grade VME Design
Stable operation in harsh environments.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the IC697VRM015 used for?
It is used for real-time data sharing between multiple GE 90-70 PLC systems.
2. Is it a CPU or I/O module?
No, it is a fiber-optic communication and reflective memory module.
3. What is reflective memory?
A system where writing data to one node automatically copies it to all connected nodes.
4. How many nodes can it support?
Up to 256 nodes in a single network.
5. What is the data transfer speed?
Up to 6.2 Mbyte/s over fiber network.
6. What is its memory size?
256 KB SRAM per node.
7. What is its main advantage?
Ultra-fast real-time synchronization between multiple controllers.
8. What is its weight?
Approximately 4.5 kg.
9. Is it still used today?
Yes, mainly in legacy high-performance GE automation systems.
10. Why is it important in automation systems?
Because it enables deterministic, real-time multi-controller synchronization without network latency.
