OVERVIEW

Official designation: GE Fanuc IC695ACC403 (PACSystems RX3i, Energy Pack)

Role/Application: Provides orderly backup of user memory to non-volatile storage in an attached RX3i controller during system power loss, ensuring data integrity.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: 24 VDC input, 72 Watts SELV

Interfaces / Ports: Input power terminal block, custom cable to CPU

Indicators: Output Power LED, blinks green during update

Operating Temp: 0 degrees C to 60 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: IC695CPE400/CPL410 CPUs, DIN rail mount

Limit: Capacitor pack life is 5 years, memory retention applies

Lifecycle: Active, manufactured by Emerson

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What is the estimated service life of the supercapacitors within the IC695ACC403 Cap Pack?

A: The capacitor pack, designated IC695ACC413, has a typical life expectancy of five years.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: What are the installation requirements regarding mounting clearance and grounding for the Energy Pack?

A: Allow 25.4 millimeters clearance on all four sides; all ground wires must be short and terminated at one point.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: What should be done if a failed battery fault is logged after inserting a Cap Pack during controller power-up?

A: Once charging completes, all fault bits are cleared, but you may need to remove and reinsert the Cap Pack to reassert the PLC_BAT status.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: Does the IC695ACC403 Energy Pack have its own separate firmware upgrade kit?

A: No, its firmware is automatically updated upon power-up by the attached IC695CPE400 or IC695CPL410 CPU firmware upgrade kit.