OVERVIEW

Official designation: GE Fanuc IC694CEE001 (PACSystems RX3i, CEP Expansion Carrier)

Role/Application: Remote backplane expansion carrier that attaches to the CEP001 carrier to add one extra RX3i I/O module and enables PROFINET I/O LAN connectivity.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: 5.25 W at 24 VDC nominal

Interfaces / Ports: Attaches to CEP001 carrier

Indicators: PWR1, PWR2, OK LEDs

Operating Temp: 0 to 60 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: RX3i Universal Backplane

Limit: Adds one I/O module to remote node

Lifecycle: Active

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What are the total input and output data limits for an I/O station using the CEE001 expansion carrier?

A: The I/O station supports a maximum of 1024 bytes total, split into 512 bytes input and 512 bytes output data.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: Does the CEE001 Expansion Carrier module have its own external Ethernet ports for PROFINET LAN connection?

A: No, the external Ethernet ports are located on the host CEP001 Carrier to which the CEE001 attaches.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: Which Proficy Machine Edition software version is required to configure the CEP carrier system with the CEE001?

A: Proficy Machine Edition Version 8.6 with SIM 3 or later is required for configuration.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: Can the CEP carrier system with the CEE001 support hot-standby CPU redundancy for critical applications?

A: Yes, it supports hot-standby CPU redundancy using PROFINET I/O with the required GSDML file version 2.3 or later.