Product Overview
The IC695CPE330-ABAF is a high-performance, region-specific CPU module in GE’s RX3i series, designed as the central processing unit for large-scale industrial automation in European and global markets with European standards. Its core role is to execute complex control logic, process real-time data from hundreds of I/O modules, and communicate with HMIs, SCADA systems, and cloud platforms—all while adhering to European regulations (e.g., ATEX, CE). This makes the IC695CPE330-ABAF indispensable in setups where compliance with EU standards and high performance are equally critical.
What sets the IC695CPE330-ABAF apart is its firmware optimized for European protocols (e.g., PROFINET) and ATEX certification for hazardous areas, such as chemical plants. It retains the 1 GHz processing power of the base model but adds region-specific features, ensuring seamless integration into EU industrial infrastructure. Whether in new facilities or retrofits, the IC695CPE330-ABAF delivers stability in harsh environments, from high-humidity factories to explosive-risk zones.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Product Model |
IC695CPE330-ABAF |
| Manufacturer |
GE |
| Product Type |
Region-Specific High-Performance CPU (RX3i Series) |
| Processor |
32-bit RISC, 1 GHz |
| Program Memory |
32 MB flash (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Data Memory |
16 MB RAM (ECC-enabled) |
| Communication Ports |
2 x Gigabit Ethernet (PROFINET), 1 x RS-485 |
| Operating Voltage |
24 VDC (from RX3i chassis) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) |
120 mm x 30 mm x 180 mm (4.7" x 1.2" x 7.1") |
| Mounting Type |
RX3i chassis primary CPU slot |
| Certifications |
CE, ATEX, IECEx |
| Power Consumption |
Max 12 W |
| Compatibility |
GE RX3i chassis (IC695CHS016-CA, etc.) |
Key Features and Benefits
The IC695CPE330-ABAF combines 1 GHz processing power with European optimizations, making it ideal for large EU industrial systems. Its dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support PROFINET, a staple in European factories, enabling fast communication with robotic cells and HMIs. The ECC RAM ensures data integrity, critical for pharmaceutical batch tracking.
ATEX certification allows the IC695CPE330-ABAF to operate in Zone 2 hazardous areas (e.g., chemical refineries), eliminating the need for costly enclosures. Its extended temperature range (-20°C to 70°C) withstands Nordic winters and Mediterranean summers, ensuring reliability across EU climates.
Integration with Proficy software simplifies programming, with tools tailored to EU standards (e.g., GMP compliance reports). Watchdog timers and fault recovery mechanisms minimize downtime, while backward compatibility with RX3i modules eases retrofits. For European industrialists, the IC695CPE330-ABAF balances performance and compliance seamlessly.
Application Scenarios
The IC695CPE330-ABAF thrives in EU industrial environments. In German automotive plants, it controls robotic assembly lines, using PROFINET to synchronize welders and vision systems, ensuring precision and meeting VDA standards.
In French chemical refineries, its ATEX certification allows deployment in solvent storage areas, managing pumps and valves to prevent leaks. The 1 GHz processor processes sensor data in real time, triggering alerts for pressure spikes.
In Italian pharmaceutical facilities, the
IC695CPE330-ABAF oversees sterile production, logging batch data to comply with EU GMP. Its ECC RAM ensures data accuracy for audit trails. Across these scenarios, the module acts as the central hub, ensuring efficient, compliant operation.
Related Models
IC695CPE330-AAAB – North American variant with UL/CSA certifications, compatible with global systems.
IC695CPE330 – Base model without regional firmware, suitable for multi-region setups.
IC695CHS016-CA – 16-slot chassis optimized for the IC695CPE330-ABAF in EU factories.
IC695CMU320-ABAF – Communication module with EU protocol support, pairing with the IC695CPE330-ABAF.
IC695MEM108 – Memory expansion for the IC695CPE330-ABAF, boosting storage to 64 MB.
Installation and Maintenance
Install the IC695CPE330-ABAF in a compatible RX3i chassis, ensuring ATEX-compliant grounding (≤1Ω in hazardous areas). Power off before insertion, verify secure locking, and confirm 24 VDC supply stability.
Maintain quarterly: clean vents with non-sparking tools in hazardous zones, check PROFINET connections. Back up data via Proficy, storing logs per EU retention rules. Update firmware with EU-specific releases annually. Monitor for PROFINET errors—resolve promptly to avoid production lags. With care, it operates reliably for 10+ years.
Product Warranty
The IC695CPE330-ABAF comes with a one-year warranty from Xiamen Xiongba, covering defects under normal use, including free replacement. Their EU-based support team assists with ATEX compliance and PROFINET setup, leveraging regional expertise. For European customers, this ensures confidence in the IC695CPE330-ABAF’s performance and compliance.
Company Introduction
Xiamen Xiongba E-commerce Co., Ltd. Branch specializes in the field of industrial automation, focusing on the sales of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), robot systems, and modules and spare parts for large-scale servo control systems. Our business covers a wide range of industrial automation products, including PLCs, MOTOROLA MVME industrial modules, Anybus communication converters, RTU remote modules, industrial PCs, low-frequency industrial displays, and SCSI human-machine interfaces. With over a decade of industry experience, Xiongba has grown into a global supplier of industrial automation spare parts. We source directly from overseas, offering products and parts from multiple countries and manufacturers. This helps solve customers' procurement challenges, ensures product quality, and provides a significant price advantage. We offer a one-year warranty and free replacement service.
