Description

The GE IC698CPE030 is a high-reliability Control Processing Unit (CPU) for GE’s PACSystems RX7i PLC platform, engineered to deliver mission-critical control for large-scale industrial automation systems. As the central intelligence of the RX7i series, this module executes complex logic with blistering 0.05 ms/KB scan times, powered by a 1.5 GHz dual-core Intel® processor. The GE IC698CPE030 manages up to 30,000 I/O points while supporting SIL 3 safety applications and redundant configurations, making it ideal for power generation, water treatment, and continuous process industries. Its ruggedized design operates flawlessly in -40°C to +70°C environments, with integrated dual Ethernet ports enabling seamless integration of PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP protocols. For brownfield upgrades, the CPU’s backward compatibility with legacy GE Genius® bus and Series 90 systems preserves existing infrastructure investments while adding modern cybersecurity features compliant with IEC 62443.

GE IC698CPE030

Technical Specifications

Main Features and Advantages

Deterministic Control: Achieves sub-millisecond response for turbine overspeed protection and robotic motion sequencing via hardware-timed interrupts.

Fault-Tolerant Architecture:

Hot Redundancy: Automatic switchover in<25>GE IC698CPE030 CPUs and IC698CRE030 modules.

Memory Mirroring: Dual-port RAM synchronizes data between active/standby units.

Cybersecurity Integration: Hardware-enforced secure boot, role-based access control, and encrypted firmware updates compliant with NERC CIP and IEC 62443-3-3.

Legacy Migration: Virtual VME backplane emulates Series 90-70 I/O, eliminating rewiring during upgrades.

Edge-to-Cloud Connectivity: OPC UA PUB/SUB support enables direct MQTT data streaming to GE’s Predix™ cloud for predictive analytics.

Application Field

The GE IC698CPE030 dominates nuclear power safety systems, executing reactor trip logic with SIL 3-certified function blocks. In hydroelectric dams, it synchronizes multiple turbine-generators for grid frequency stabilization. Municipal water SCADA networks leverage its 30K I/O capacity for plant-wide control of pumps, valves, and filtration. For petrochemical refineries, the CPU manages FCCU catalyst circulation and flare gas recovery with<50>Automotive mega-plants utilize its PROFINET IRT capabilities for 200+ robot coordination. The module’s extended temperature range supports arctic pipeline compressor stations and desert solar farms for uninterrupted operation.

Related Products

IC698CPE020: Lower-tier CPU with 1.0 GHz processor.

IC698CRE030: Redundancy synchronization module.

IC698ETM001: Gigabit Ethernet interface.

IC698CHS117: 17-slot RX7i VME backplane.

IC698ALG728: 16-channel analog input module.

IC693CMM321: Genius bus communication module.

DS200DCFBG1B: Mark VIe integration gateway.

Proficy Machine Edition v9.0+: Configuration software.

IC698BEM733: 64-point digital I/O module.

IC698ACC730: Serial communication module.

GE IC698CPE030

Installation and Maintenance

Pre-installation preparation: Validate backplane slot alignment (VME64x), install lithium battery prior to power-up, and pre-load firmware via SD card. Configure redundancy parameters offline using Proficy Machine Edition.

Maintenance recommendations: Monitor “SYNC” LED status monthly in redundant systems. Replace battery at 5-year intervals or when “BATT LOW” alarm triggers. Perform cybersecurity firmware updates quarterly using GE’s patch validation toolkit. Clean heat sinks annually with non-conductive vacuum.