The GE IC697MEM717 expands the data storage and program capacity of your Series 90-70 PLC. This versatile memory module supports a configurable capacity ranging from 64 KB up to 512 KB. Consequently, it enables more complex control logic and larger data table storage for demanding applications.
Core Functionality and Memory Performance
This module actively stores user ladder logic programs, register data, and system parameters. Moreover, it features impressive non-volatile memory retention for six months without power. Therefore, your critical control programs remain secure during extended system shutdowns or power outages. The module’s ten-year shelf life also ensures long-term availability and reliability.
Detailed Technical Specifications
The table below details the physical, electrical, and memory characteristics of the IC697MEM717.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE Fanuc (Now part of Emerson) |
| Full Part Number | IC697MEM717 |
| Product Line | Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) |
| Module Type | Expansion Memory Module |
| Configurable Memory Capacity | 64 KB, 128 KB, 256 KB, or 512 KB |
| Memory Technology | Non-volatile (Likely CMOS with battery backup) |
| Data Retention without Power | 6 months (Nominal, at specified temperature) |
| Shelf Life | 10 years at 20°C (Storage, non-operating) |
| Module Weight | 0.19 lbs (0.09 kg) |
| Form Factor | Standard Series 90-70 single-slot module |
| Dimensions (Est.) | ~ 80mm H x 50mm W x 150mm D |
| Power Source | +5 V DC from PLC backplane |
| Power Consumption | Very low (typically < 1W) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (Standard industrial range) |
| Connector | Edge-card connector to PLC backplane |
| Compatibility | GE Series 90-70 PLC racks and CPUs |
| Primary Use | Program storage, Register (R), Input/Output (I/O) image expansion |
Integration and Application Context
Installing this module is straightforward into any available slot in a Series 90-70 rack. Furthermore, you must configure the desired memory size via the PLC’s programming software. This upgrade is essential for expanding recipe storage, historical data logging, or complex sequential control. For comprehensive system integrity, such memory expansion supports larger control programs that may interface with protection devices like the RMS-TSG-TZ-C Static Trip.
Details
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 108 × 127 mm |
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