Frequently Asked Questions
How many General Electric GE Fanuc Genius blocks can I put on a single LAN?
32 devices usually made up of 30 Genius blocks, one hand held monitor and a GE Fanuc Bus controller.
What is the difference between a IC600LR648 and IC600LX648K for GE Series Six PLC?
It has to do with the addition of the expanded instruction set. If you are not using the IC600CB515 module then either Module will work.
What is the difference between the GE Fanuc IC697CPX935, IC697CPX782 and IC697CPX772 90-70 processors?
Memory and I/O capacity are the key differences along with price. This is also true with the IC697CGR935 and IC697CGR772 processors.
Why can\'t I locate the GE IC693CPU364 processor anywhere?
This unit has been discontinued because of chip availability issues. This can be a real problem for Logicmaster 9030 programming software users because you will need to move to GE Fanuc Proficy software when using the replacement IC693CPU374 or IC693CPU372 CPU\'s.
What is the difference between the GE Rx3i series and GE Fanuc 90-30 series PLC?
The IC695CPU310 and IC695CPU320 are faster processors and store the ladder documentation in the CPU. The base racks IC695CHS012 and IC695CHS016 have a much higher throughput than the 9030 IC693CHS391 base rack. Rx3i also offers additional modules that the 90-30 doesn\'t.
Do I still need to use an AAUI transceiver with the GE Fanuc Ethernet modules IC693CMM321, IC697CMM741 and IC697CMM742?
No, all GE PLC Ethernet modules now include internal transceivers. You have the option if needed to convert to different media. The IC693CPU364 CPU has an AAUI port on the bottom.
Is the series 90-30 IC693CPU352 still being manufactured?
No, the coprocessor chip became obsolete. The IC693CPU351 can be ordered but it is very expensive. You would be better off using the IC693CPU350 or IC693CPU360 CPU\'s.
I can\'t seem to find RTD modules for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC. Does GE not offer them?
The HE693RTD600, HE693RTD601 and HE693RTD660 are made by Horner Electric APG for the Series 90-30.
Are the ABB Taylor TRIO I/O Blocks completely compatible with GE Fanuc GENIUS I/O?
Not always, Some blocks have revision issues and GE Fanuc had both Phase A Genius blocks and Phase B Genius blocks. Phase A Genius blocks are not compatible. You are probably better off using just ABB blocks.
What is the difference in the GE Fanuc Field Control bases, IC70CHS001 and IC670CHS002 and IC670CHS101 and IC670CHS102?
GE Fanuc modified Field Control to allow modules to be replaced while powered up. A special alignment bracket insures proper insertion on the IC670CHS101 and IC670CHS102.
I am looking to acquire a IC610CPU101 but can only locate the IC610CPU104, IC610CPU105 and IC610CPU106.
The IC610CPU101 is the first release of the GE Fanuc Series ONE PLC. You can find some remanufactured CPU\'s but be careful using the newer CPU\'s as their instruction set may be different.
What happened to The GE Series Five 5 PLC system?
Obsoleted. I could give the long drawn out history where they were made by Koyo and GE Koyo had a falling out when the 90-30 came out. The IC655CPU500 can still be found installed in certain industries.
