Description
Product Model: GE IC697CSE784-JD
Product Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation
Product Series: Series 90-70
Product Features:
• 16 MHz 80386 32-bit floating point CPU optimized for State Logic control and advanced automation applications
• Single-slot expandable processor that supports mixed I/O points up to 12 K discrete and 8 K analog
• Flexible programming languages including State Logic, Relay Ladder, and C
• RS-422/RS-485 serial interface for reliable communications and legacy device integration
- IC697CSE784-JD
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Model | GE IC697CSE784-JD |
| Brand | GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation |
| Series | Series 90-70 |
| Processor | 80386 32-bit, 16 MHz |
| Programming Languages | State Logic, Relay Ladder, C |
| I/O Capacity | Up to 12 000 discrete and 8 000 analog points |
| Memory | 512 KB battery-backed RAM |
| Serial Ports | 1 × RS-422, 1 × RS-485 |
| Clock Accuracy | ±3.5 seconds per day |
| Current Draw | ~1.6 A from 5 V bus |
| LED Indicators | RUN, Module OK, Output Enable, Memory Protect |
| Mode Switch | RUN/STOP/REMOTE |
| Backplane Standard | VME C.1 compatible |
| Operating Temp. | 0 °C to 60 °C typical |
| Weight | ~500 g |
Product Role & System Fit
At the heart of many legacy industrial automation installations is a controller that can balance sophisticated control capabilities with dependable field longevity. The GE IC697CSE784-JD serves exactly this purpose in the Series 90-70 programmable logic controller platform. More than just a standard CPU, it is engineered to execute complex control sequences using GE’s State Logic language while retaining the flexibility to run ladder logic or even C-based routines. This blend of capability makes it a versatile automation part in environments where legacy systems remain critical to operations.
Functionally, the GE IC697CSE784-JD module occupies the central processing slot of the Series 90-70 backplane and orchestrates communication with I/O modules, high-speed counters, and communications adapters. By supporting both discrete and analog I/O configurations up to a total of 12 000 discrete points and 8 000 analog words, it ensures compatibility with a wide range of field devices and sensors. This broad compatibility means the same CPU can be deployed across diverse industries — a boon for maintenance engineers tasked with standardizing control cabinets.
The CPU communicates through a combination of RS-422 and RS-485 ports, giving engineers flexible options when interfacing with remote terminal units (RTUs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and diagnostic tools. Its compatibility with the System 90-70 VME standard also allows it to work seamlessly with legacy backplanes and first-generation I/O modules. For facilities that have phased upgrades over decades, this backward compatibility reduces lifecycle risk and extends the value of installed hardware.
Related Models
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• IC697CGR772 — Redundant CPU option for critical uptime systems
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