GE Fanuc IC698CMX016 Memory Exchange Module

GE Fanuc IC698CMX016 PACSystem RX7i Control Memory Exchange Module

The GE Fanuc IC698CMX016 is a Control Memory Exchange (CMX) Module for the PACSystem RX7i. It shares data deterministically among PLCs and compatible devices using fiber-optic reflective memory. The module is CPU independent and fits a single slot in an RX7i I/O rack.

Key Features

• 16 MB SDRAM memory for reflective data sharing
• Supports up to 256 nodes per network
• Two LC fiber-optic ports (TX and RX) for high-speed communication
• Transmission speed: 2.12 Gbaud
• Dynamic packet size: 4–64 bytes
• Maximum network transfer: 43 MB/s (4-byte packets) to 174 MB/s (64-byte packets)
• Front-panel LEDs: OK, CONFIG, OWN DATA, SIGNAL DETECT
• Voltage: 5 VDC, Current: 1.8 A
• Compatible with VMIC 5565 reflective memory devices

Technical Specifications

• Brand: GE Fanuc
• Series: PACSystem RX7i
• Part Number: IC698CMX016
• Product Type: Control Memory Exchange Module
• Communication Interface: Multi-mode fiber optic
• FO Connector: LC type, IEC 61754-20 standard
• Node Capacity: 256
• Operating Voltage: 5 VDC
• Current Rating: 1.8 Amps
• Transfer Rate: 43–174 MB/s
• Packet Size: Dynamic, automatically controlled
• Ports: 2 Fiber-Optic (TX and RX)
• Insertion Loss: 0.35 dB max
• Return Loss: -30 dB
• Slot: Single
• LED Indicators: 4 status LEDs
• Temperature Range: -20°C to +85°C
• Physical Size: 6.299” W x 9.187” H