{"product_id":"90-70-series-ic697mem731-ge-fanuc-volatile-memory-board","title":"90-70 Series IC697MEM731 GE Fanuc Volatile Memory Board","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GE Fanuc \u003cstrong style=\"color: #e53935;\"\u003eIC697MEM731\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance memory expansion daughterboard engineered for the Series 90-70 PLC ecosystem. This module provides critical battery-backed SRAM storage, allowing industrial control systems to maintain user logic, register data, and system configurations during power interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eCore Technical Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong style=\"color: #e53935;\"\u003eIC697MEM731\u003c\/strong\u003e offers robust data integrity and physical durability for demanding manufacturing environments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eZero-Slot Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module operates as a field-installable daughterboard. It plugs directly into the host CPU, allowing engineers to upgrade system memory capacity while keeping expensive I\/O slots open for other functional modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eAdvanced Error Detection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure process safety, the module supports real-time background parity monitoring. The CPU checksum routine identifies and reports parity faults in each byte, preventing corrupted data from affecting critical machine logic or safety protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eExtended Operational Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an MTBF exceeding 100,000 hours and a high-efficiency power design (consuming ≤ 300 mW), the IC697MEM731 is built for long-term reliability. Its rugged construction maintains performance across an extreme temperature range of -20°C to +70°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMemory Retention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 Months (Nominal without power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e≤ 300 mW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStartup Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 ms (Cold start to ready)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e-20°C to +70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight \/ Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e450g \/ 100 x 120 x 20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCPU Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGE 780, 781, 782, 788, and 789\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eEngineering Installation \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdhering to correct installation procedures protects the delicate CMOS components of the IC697MEM731:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eESD \u0026amp; Handling Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStatic electricity can damage SRAM cells. Always use a grounded ESD wrist strap when handling the module. Ensure the CPU is completely powered down before attempting to seat the daughterboard onto the host pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eMechanical Fastening\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen securing the module, use a Philips screwdriver and do not exceed a torque of \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 Nm\u003c\/strong\u003e on fasteners. Overtightening can cause micro-cracks in the PCB or damage the CPU connector interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eRetention Testing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the battery-backed functionality by cycling power after a program upload. The module is rated to hold user logic through 5,000 power cycles, but the health of the system battery in the CPU rack must be monitored to ensure the 6-month nominal retention period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1565c0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Does the IC697MEM731 require a specific firmware version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA1: Compatibility depends on the host CPU. It is fully supported by the GE 780-789 families; however, ensure your CPU firmware is updated to recognize expanded memory addressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What happens if a parity fault is detected?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA2: The CPU checksum routine will trigger a system fault. Depending on your software configuration, the PLC can be set to \"Stop\" mode to prevent the execution of corrupted logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is this module compatible with Series 90-30 PLCs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA3: No. The IC697MEM731 is exclusive to the high-end Series 90-70 large-scale PLC architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51050833346692,"sku":"IC697MEM731","price":331.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/IC697MEM731.jpg?v=1776527013","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/az\/products\/90-70-series-ic697mem731-ge-fanuc-volatile-memory-board","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}