IC698RMX016 VMIVME-5567-100

Description

1. Product Description

2. Product Parameters

Parameter	IC698RMX016	VMIVME-5567-100
Manufacturer	GE Fanuc	GE Fanuc VMIC
Series	RX7i PACSystem	VMIVME
Memory Capacity	16 MB SDRAM	Up to 1 MB on-board SRAM
Interface	Fiber-optic (LC type, IEC 61754-20)	VMEbus, fiber-optic
Data Rate	2.12 Gbaud (2.1 GB/s)	Up to 6.2 MB/s
Voltage	+5 V DC	+5 V DC
Current	1.8 A	N/A (VMEbus-powered)
Temperature Range	-20°C to +85°C	Industrial standard
Redundancy Support	Hot standby CPU redundancy	Reflective memory network

IC698RMX016 VMIVME-5567-100

3. Advantages and Features

• High-Speed Data Transfer: Both modules use reflective memory technology for near-instantaneous data synchronization across nodes, reducing latency in critical systems.
• Redundancy and Reliability: The IC698RMX016 supports hot standby CPU redundancy, ensuring continuous operation. The VMIVME-5567-100 offers error detection and parity checking for data integrity.
• Scalability: Support for up to 256 nodes in a fiber-optic loop allows flexible network expansion.
• Easy Integration: Compact design and standardized interfaces (LC connectors, VMEbus) simplify installation in existing racks (e.g., RX7i rack 0 for IC698RMX016).
• Low Maintenance: Solid-state design with no moving parts minimizes downtime and repair needs.

4. Application Areas and Use Cases

• Industry: Manufacturing, energy, aerospace, and automotive.
• Applications: Real-time control systems, redundant PLC setups, distributed data acquisition, and high-speed machine synchronization.
• Case Study: A manufacturing plant uses the IC698RMX016 to link two redundant CPUs in a packaging line. The module ensures seamless data replication between CPUs, enabling zero downtime during maintenance and reducing production losses by 30%.

5. Competitor Comparison

• Higher Bandwidth: 2.1 GB/s (IC698RMX016) vs. typical 1–1.5 GB/s in legacy systems.
• Redundancy Specificity: Dedicated support for hot standby CPU pairs (IC698RMX016), a feature not universally available in generic reflective memory modules.
• Compatibility: Native integration with GE Fanuc’s RX7i PACSystem and VMEbus platforms, reducing configuration complexity.
  

  IC698RMX016 VMIVME-5567-100

6. Selection Recommendations

• Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with your system (e.g., RX7i CPU firmware ≥ 2.00 for IC698RMX016; VMEbus for VMIVME-5567-100).
• Memory Needs: Choose IC698RMX016 (16 MB) for large data sharing; use VMIVME-5567-100 (1 MB) for compact, cost-sensitive applications.
• Environment: Verify temperature and EMI/EMC compliance (e.g., metal enclosures for RX7i systems with multiple modules).

7. Precautions

• Installation: Power off the system before installing modules. Route fiber-optic cables in a closed loop (TX to RX of the next node).
• Configuration: Use GE Fanuc’s CIMPLICITY Machine Edition software (version ≥ 4.5) for parameter setup (node ID, memory offset).
• Maintenance: Regularly inspect fiber-optic connections for damage. Avoid exposing modules to moisture or extreme temperatures.