Description
Key Technical Specifications
- Model Number: IC698CPE040-JP
- Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
- Series: RX7i PACSystem
- Processor: 1.8 GHz Intel Pentium-M
- User Memory: 64 MB SRAM, 64 MB Flash
- Serial Ports: 3 Independent, Isolated Ports (RS-232/RS-485)
- Communication: Ethernet, RS-232/422/485, USB
- Power Requirements: 5 VDC (6.8A load), 24 VDC, or -24 VDC
- Dimensions: 220 mm x 160 mm x 40 mm
- Weight: 1.2 kg
Functional Role & Application Analysis
The GE IC698CPE040-JP serves as the central processing brain for the GE RX7i PACSystem platform. Its primary role is to execute complex control logic, manage high-speed I/O scanning, and coordinate distributed system communications. Built on a 1.8 GHz Pentium-M architecture with 64 MB of dedicated user memory, this CPU is specifically designed to solve the bottleneck of legacy controllers struggling with modern, data-intensive industrial applications. It provides the computational headroom required for advanced process control and rapid program execution.
Typical use cases for this module include:
- High-Speed Manufacturing: Driving complex production line automation where rapid program execution and fast scan times are critical to maintaining throughput.
- Motion and Robotics Control: Managing multi-axis motion control algorithms and coordinating robotic cells with precise timing and deterministic performance.
- Embedded and Specialized Systems: Serving as the core controller in embedded applications such as medical equipment, aerospace test rigs, and smart traffic management systems.
- Legacy System Upgrades: Replacing older, slower CPUs in existing RX7i racks to extend the lifecycle of critical infrastructure without requiring a complete system migration.
Our Quality Standard & Testing Process
We understand that the cost of an unreliable part is far greater than its purchase price. A failed CPU can halt an entire facility. We have established a rigorous, multi-stage testing process to ensure every GE IC698CPE040-JP module we ship is 100% functional and ready for deployment.
- Visual & Component Inspection: All modules undergo professional cleaning and a detailed visual inspection under magnification. We check for physical damage, corrosion, cold solder joints, and compromised components.
- Live System Test: The CPU is installed in a live RX7i test rack and run for a minimum of 24 hours. This verifies continuous operation, stable power draw, and flawless backplane communication.
- Full-Function Diagnostics: We verify processor speed, memory integrity, and test all three serial ports and Ethernet interfaces to ensure accurate data exchange and firmware upgrade capabilities.
- Warranty Backing: Only parts that pass all diagnostic tests are approved for shipment. Every module is backed by our full 12-month warranty, covering real-world field failures, not just dead-on-arrival units.

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Compatibility & Migration Paths
To ensure this GE IC698CPE040-JP CPU is 100% compatible with your system, you must verify these key points before ordering. Failure to do so is a common and costly project risk.
- Exact Suffix Verification: You must confirm the exact suffix of your current module (e.g., IC698CPE040-JP). Different suffixes indicate specific hardware revisions or regional configurations that may not be interchangeable.
- Power Supply Capacity: This CPU draws 6.8A at 5 VDC. You must verify that your existing RX7i power supply has sufficient headroom to support this CPU alongside your I/O modules.
- Replacement & Alternatives: The IC698CPE040-JP is designed for the RX7i PACSystem. Ensure you are not attempting to install this in an RX3i rack, as the backplane and mechanical form factors differ.
- Get Expert Help: Unsure about your system’s compatibility or power requirements? Contact our technical team today for a free compatibility check and a precise quote.



