{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693apu301-high-speed-counter-motion-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC693APU301 High Speed Counter Motion Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693APU301\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a specialized motion and high-speed counting module for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC platform. It integrates auxiliary processing capability to handle time-critical pulse inputs and positioning tasks independently from the main CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module is designed for applications requiring precise motion control or fast event counting, such as encoder feedback processing and single-axis positioning. With dedicated hardware for high-frequency signal handling, it significantly improves system responsiveness compared to standard digital input modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693APU301\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90-30 PLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Speed Counter \/ Axis Positioning Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunctional Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuxiliary Processing Unit (APU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlled Axes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 axis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-speed pulse inputs (encoder\/proximity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Input Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 1 MHz (typical for counter mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePositioning, follower mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounter Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp\/Down counting, quadrature decoding, frequency\/period measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServo Update Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ms loop update\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgrammable compare\/control outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane interface to PLC CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-pin high-density, 25-pin D-sub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEN1, EN2, STST, OK, CFG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible CPUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPU311, CPU313, CPU323, CPU331 and higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Modules per System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 3 (lower CPUs), up to 8 (higher CPUs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to +60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-30 rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693APU301\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoffloads high-speed counting and motion tasks from the PLC processor, ensuring accurate signal capture even at high pulse rates. It supports quadrature encoder inputs for position tracking and allows closed-loop control through rapid servo updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts configurable operating modes enable flexible deployment, from simple counting applications to single-axis motion control. Hardware-based processing ensures deterministic performance, which is essential in precision automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Examples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical implementations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncoder-based position tracking in packaging or assembly machines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow measurement using pulse-output flow meters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConveyor synchronization and speed monitoring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle-axis positioning systems with servo or stepper drives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-speed event counting in production lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this module only for counting applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, it also supports single-axis positioning and motion-related control functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it process quadrature encoder signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it supports quadrature decoding for accurate position and direction tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many modules can be installed in one system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Depending on the CPU model, up to 3 or 8 modules can be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it replace a motion controller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It provides basic single-axis control but is not intended to replace advanced multi-axis motion controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43918983561304,"sku":"IC693APU301","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2039\/0488\/files\/IC693APU305.jpg?v=1774598087","url":"https:\/\/www.industriaxplc.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693apu301-high-speed-counter-motion-module","provider":"IndustriaX Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}