Description
GE IC698CRE030 PACSystems RX7i CPU Module
Executive Brief
The GE IC698CRE030 is a high-performance Central Processing Unit (CPU) module belonging to the GE Fanuc PACSystems RX7i series, purpose-built for complex industrial automation real-time control scenarios. Powered by a 600 MHz Intel Pentium-M microprocessor, it delivers exceptional processing performance, supports hot-standby redundancy, and communicates with I/O and smart option modules via the VME64 standard backplane. It is widely deployed in mission-critical industrial fields where downtime is strictly prohibited, with brand new original units in stock globally and a standard 12-month manufacturer warranty.

IC698CRE030
Core Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: General Electric (GE)
- Exact Part Number: IC698CRE030
- Product Category: High-performance CPU Module
- Product Series: PACSystems RX7i
- Built-in Processor: 600 MHz Intel Pentium-M microprocessor
- Communication Backplane: VME64 Standard format rack-mounted backplane
- Communication Interfaces: Embedded Ethernet ports, serial port supporting SNP Slave protocol
- Product Origin: USA
- Net Weight: 910g
- Stock Status: Multiple batches of brand new original units in stock
- Warranty: 12 months official manufacturer warranty, 30-day quality issue refund policy
- Environmental Compliance: Full compliance with FCC, European Union Directives and other industrial standards (detailed specifications refer to PACSystems RX7i Installation Manual GFK-2223 Appendix A)
- Redundancy Feature: Native hot-standby redundancy support
- Processing Capability: Handles complex control algorithms and large-scale industrial automation applications efficiently
Key Features & Advantages
- Industry-leading Processing Performance: Equipped with 600 MHz Intel Pentium-M microprocessor, it delivers exceptional processing speed, easily handling complex control algorithms and large-scale industrial automation application requirements.
- Zero-downtime Redundancy Protection: Natively supports hot-standby redundancy configuration, ensuring uninterrupted system operation even if the main CPU fails, which is critical for scenarios where any downtime is unacceptable.
- Standard VME64 Architecture Compatibility: Communicates with I/O modules and smart option modules through the VME64 standard rack backplane, with excellent compatibility with existing RX7i series system hardware.
- Rich Seamless Communication Capability: Built-in embedded Ethernet ports and serial port supporting SNP Slave protocol, realizing seamless communication with programming tools, HMI devices and other industrial equipment.
- Full Industrial-grade Reliability: Strictly complies with FCC, EU directives and other international industrial standard certifications, with stable and reliable performance suitable for long-term continuous operation in harsh industrial environments.
- Complete After-sales Guarantee: All brand new original units come with 12-month official warranty and 30-day quality issue refund policy, eliminating worries for on-site equipment maintenance and spare parts replacement.

IC698CRE030
Typical Application Scenarios
- Petrochemical Large Process Control Systems: Core main control CPU for large-scale distributed control systems in refineries and chemical plants, ensuring stable operation of complex process control loops.
- Power Generation Turbine Control Systems: High-performance main control unit for industrial control systems in thermal power, hydropower and new energy power plants, supporting high-precision real-time control requirements.
- Steel & Metallurgical Automation: Core control CPU for large rolling mills, smelting equipment and continuous production lines in metallurgical sites, handling high-complexity motion and process control tasks.
- Glass & Construction Machinery Manufacturing: High-performance main control module for large glass production lines and engineering machinery control systems, supporting stable operation of continuous production processes.
- Water Treatment Large-scale Automation Projects: Central control CPU for large municipal and industrial water treatment automation systems, realizing efficient management of massive I/O points.
- Automotive & Auto Ancillary Manufacturing: Core control unit for automated production lines in automotive and auto parts manufacturing factories, meeting high-precision and high-reliability production control requirements.
Related Supporting Product Model Display
- GE PACSystems RX7i Series I/O Modules: Full range of digital and analog I/O modules that work seamlessly with IC698CRE030 to form a complete control system.
- GE PACSystems RX7i Series Backplanes: VME64 standard rack backplanes, providing stable communication bus support for IC698CRE030 and various I/O modules.
- GE Proficy Machine Edition Programming Software: Dedicated programming and configuration software for PACSystems series CPUs, supporting IC698CRE030 program development, debugging and system maintenance.
- GE PACSystems RX7i Series Redundancy Modules: Supporting redundant configuration components, which can be combined with to build a zero-downtime hot-standby redundant control system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What processor does GE use?
A1: It is equipped with a 600 MHz Intel Pentium-M microprocessor, delivering high-performance industrial control processing capability.
Q2: Does support redundancy configuration?
A2: Yes, it natively supports hot-standby redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted system operation even if the main CPU fails.
Q3: What communication methods does this CPU module support?
A3: It communicates via embedded Ethernet ports, and also supports serial port communication using SNP Slave protocol.
Q4: What backplane standard does use?
A4: It communicates with I/O and smart modules through the VME64 Standard format rack-mounted backplane.
Q5: What is the standard warranty period for brand new original units?
A5: All brand new original modules come with a 12-month official manufacturer warranty.

