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Product Model: GE IC695ECM850-AN
Product Brand: GE Automation / GE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)
Product Series: PACSystems RX3i
Product Features:
• Ethernet communication module for industrial control networks, including copper and fiber media support
• Enables IEC 61850 and other protocol connectivity for real-time plant communications
• Hot-swappable design with flexible configuration via micro USB and LEDs for diagnostics
• Industrial temperature range and robust backplane support for RX3i systems
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | GE IC695ECM850-AN |
| Series | PACSystems RX3i |
| Product Type | Ethernet Communication Module |
| Physical Interfaces | 2 × RJ-45 Ethernet, 2 × SFP cages |
| Protocol Support | IEC 61850, PROFINET v2.3, Modbus TCP/IP |
| Micro USB | Yes – configuration/CLI access |
| IP Addresses | 1 |
| MAC Addresses | 5 |
| I/O Update Rate (Configurable) | 100 ms to 64 s (varies by protocol) |
| Power Consumption | 3.3 VDC & 5 VDC (varies with SFP use) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| Mounting | Universal backplane (RX3i PCI bus) |
| Certifications | UL, CE (application dependent) |
- IC695ECM850-AN
Product Role & System Fit
The GE IC695ECM850-AN is not a controller in itself; rather, it functions as a communication extension that adds Ethernet network capabilities to an RX3i PACSystems controller chassis. Within the PACSystems ecosystem, this Ethernet communication module occupies one slot on the universal backplane and interfaces directly with the controller CPU. It is engineered to provide high-speed network connectivity for real-time data exchange and integration with IEC 61850 and other Ethernet-based protocols.
Compatibility is an essential aspect of this module’s design. The ECM850-AN integrates with various RX3i CPUs — when the controller firmware meets the required version — and supports a range of physical and logical network setups. By providing a blend of RJ-45 copper ports and SFP cages for fiber optics, it enables both short-distance and extended network links without hardware changes. This adaptability helps system designers implement star, ring, or linear topologies according to redundancy and latency needs.
In a typical installation, the controller CPU executes control logic while the GE IC695ECM850-AN manages Ethernet communications between the plant network and field stations. Because this communication module supports protocol standards such as IEC 61850, it becomes possible to integrate protection relays, measurement units, and distributed resources into the PACSystems architecture without specialized converters. The result is a unified automation system where data flows reliably across control, protection, and monitoring layers.
In addition to plant-to-plant data exchange, the ECM850-AN’s support for industry standard network protocols improves interoperability with third-party devices, local HMIs, and enterprise IT systems. This reduces the need for gateway devices and simplifies network troubleshooting and maintenance, which is especially valuable in multi-vendor environments.
