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Configured for two-axis motion and positioning execution in GE Fanuc Series 90-30 controller systems, the GE Fanuc IC693APU302 (IC693APU302 Axis Positioning Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model IC693APU302
Brand GE Fanuc Emerson
Origin United States
Weight 0.63 lbs (0.28 kg)
Dimensions Single-slot Series 90-30 module
Operating Temp 0 to 60 deg C
Power Consumption 800 mA at 5 VDC
Supported Axes Two (2) independent or synchronized servo axes
Operating Modes Standard mode, Follower mode (electronic gearing)
Servo Loop Update 2 ms
Onboard Storage Flash memory for 10 programs and 40 subroutines
Front Panel Ports Two (2) 24-pin high-density servo connectors (Axis A/B), 9-pin D-shell motion ports
Status LEDs EN1, EN2, STAT, OK, CFG
Cable Compatibility IC693CBL311 (3 m), IC693CBL319 (1 m), IC693CBL317 (3 m with pigtail), IC693CBL320 (1 m with pigtail)
System Capacity Up to 3 modules in CPU 311/313/323; Up to 8 modules in CPU 331 and higher (max 3 per baseplate)

Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Servo Interface Dynamics

The IC693APU302 operates as an intelligent coprocessor module, maintaining deterministic backplane bus communication velocity with the CPU frame to exchange table data, actual position status, and velocity command structures without delaying PLC scan cycles. With a dedicated servo loop update time of 2 ms, the module computes real-time position error algorithms directly on board to drive digital-to-analog command outputs. When operating in Follower mode, the onboard hardware locks internal axes to external encoder input feeds, executing precise electronic gearing ratios for high-speed master/slave drive synchronization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the backplane power supply loading requirements for the IC693APU302 module?

A: The module draws 800 mA at 5 VDC directly from the Series 90-30 backplane bus power supply. System designers must include this load when calculating overall system power supply capacity.

Q: How many IC693APU302 modules can be installed into a single Series 90-30 PLC rack?

A: A maximum of three APM modules can be installed in a single baseplate rack. Total system expansion allows up to three modules for embedded CPU models (CPU 311, 313, 323) and up to eight modules for modular CPU systems (CPU 331 and higher).

Q: What software versions are required to program and configure the motion profiles?

A: The IC693APU302 requires the Motion Programmer software package or VersaPro programming software Version 1.1 or higher, as well as Logic Developer-PLC software for target configuration download.

Field Installation Guidelines

  1. Remove system supply power to the Series 90-30 backplane prior to inserting or removing the IC693APU302 module to prevent damage to the backplane edge connector.
  2. Align the module base hook with the bottom slot of the backplane rack and pivot the unit upward until the top locking mechanism snaps firmly into place.
  3. Terminate pre-assembled servo drive interface cables (such as IC693CBL311 or IC693CBL317) to the 24-pin high-density front connectors labeled Axis A and Axis B.
  4. Secure cable shield pigtails directly to the nearest chassis ground bus bar using short, low-impedance grounding straps to minimize electrical noise interference on command signal pairs.
  5. Verify that the OK and CFG LEDs illuminate solid green upon power restoration, indicating successful firmware boot initialization and valid configuration loading.

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