GE IC695CPE305-AFAT: Your Workhorse Processor for Demanding Industrial Control

You know how critical it is to have a PLC processor that won’t flinch during peak production? The GE IC695CPE305-AFAT isn’t just another CPU module—it’s the brain your assembly lines or chemical processing systems actually rely on when things get messy. From my experience troubleshooting brownfield sites, this 300MHz PowerPC beast handles complex logic sequences while sipping power, which matters when your facility runs 24/7. One thing I appreciate is how its integrated temperature sensor (that “-AFAT” suffix isn’t just marketing) gives early warnings before thermal throttling kills your throughput.

Why Maintenance Teams Keep This Module Stocked

• ✓ Dual Ethernet ports with RSTP—no extra switches needed for network redundancy. Saw a bottling plant avoid 8 hours of downtime last month because the secondary port auto-swapped during a fiber cut.
• ✓ 16MB user memory + SD slot—holds ladder logic for 500+ I/O points comfortably. Typically runs 30% cooler than older CPE310 models thanks to that thermal-aware firmware.
• ✓ Seamless RX3i ecosystem integration—drop it into existing racks without reprogramming analog cards. A wastewater client told us this saved them $18k in engineering hours during an upgrade.

No-Guesswork Technical Specs

Where This Module Earns Its Keep

You’ll find these humming inside automotive paint shops where VOC monitoring can’t tolerate scan cycle hiccups, or in food processing lines where recipe changes happen hourly. One cement plant I worked with uses them specifically for kiln control—the thermal management prevents drift during those brutal 600°C ramp-ups. It’s not for simple conveyor logic; this shines when your process has 5+ interlocked safety systems and needs deterministic response under 10ms.

Procurement Perks Beyond the Datasheet

Let’s be real—your plant manager cares about uptime more than MHz ratings. This module’s compatibility with legacy 90-30 I/O (via adapter) typically avoids $50k+ in field device replacements during upgrades. And since GE still supports firmware patches for 10+ years, you won’t get stranded like with some “smart” controllers that obsolete ports overnight. Oh, and the 365-day warranty? We’ve had zero failures in 18 months across 47 units deployed in Midwest manufacturing plants.

Keep It Running Smoothly

Mount it in standard 19″ cabinets with at least 50mm clearance on both sides—those dual Ethernet ports generate more heat than single-port cousins. Skip the dust filters; the convection cooling works best with free airflow (we’ve seen failures in sealed enclosures above 55°C). Field techs swear by quarterly SD card backups—lost firmware during a power surge once cost a bakery 11 hours of downtime. Firmware updates? Do them during scheduled stops; the module reboots in 45 seconds flat.

Certified for Real-World Chaos

Carries CE, UL 61131-2, and IEC 61000-6-2 certifications—meaning it won’t freak out when your welders fire up nearby. RoHS compliant since 2018 revisions, so no headaches with EU exports. The 365-day warranty covers firmware glitches and component failures (but not lightning strikes—get proper surge protection!).

Getting It to Your Facility

In-stock units ship within 1 week via FedEx/UPS/DHL—no waiting for ocean freight. We require 50% upfront (standard for industrial control gear), with balance before dispatch. If you need it yesterday, mention your production line number; we’ll check Newark inventory for same-week dispatch. No restocking fees if you ordered wrong—I’ve seen too many plants stuck with incompatible CPUs.