Product Core Brief
- Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation
- Model: IC695ETM001ER
- Series: PACSystems RX3i
- Core Function: Enhanced Ruggedized Ethernet Interface Module for RX3i universal backplane; establishes TCP/IP industrial Ethernet connectivity for the RX3i CPU, supporting peer PLC communications, HMI/SCADA links, and EGD remote I/O traffic for IC695NIU001 distributed racks. The ER suffix = Extended Rugged environmental variant of standard IC695ETM001.
- Type: Single-slot rack-mounted Ethernet communications module
- Condition: New Original (New Surplus)
- Status: ⚠️ Discontinued OEM production; limited surplus inventory
- Key Spec Highlights: Dual auto-sensing 10/100BASE‑TX RJ45 ports, one IP address, hot-swap capable, supports SRTP / EGD / Modbus TCP, wider operating temperature range than standard ETM001, compatible with RX3i CPU and NIU001 remote station hardware.
Key Technical Specifications
- Physical Ports: 2 × shielded RJ45 10/100BASE‑TX, auto speed/duplex/crossover detection
- Network Protocols: · SRTP (programming, PLC-to-PLC peer communication) · EGD (Ethernet Global Data, deterministic distributed I/O) · Modbus TCP Client / Server · SNTP time synchronization
- Backplane Power Consumption · 3.3 VDC: 840 mA · 5 VDC: 614 mA
- Front Panel Indicators: MODULE OK, LAN STATUS, LINK/ACT per port
- Hot Swap: Supported (Requires RX3i CPU firmware ≥ V2.51)
- Operating Temperature (ER rugged variant): -25 °C ~ +60 °C (Standard IC695ETM001: 0 °C ~ +60 °C)
- Humidity: 5%–95% non‑condensing
- Isolation: Galvanic isolation between Ethernet ports and RX3i backplane
- Configuration Software: Proficy Machine Edition
- Maximum Per Chassis: Up to four ETM modules per RX3i main rack
- Critical Compatibility: Mandatory network partner for IC695NIU001 Ethernet Remote I/O stations
- Certifications: UL, CE, Class I Div.2 hazardous location qualified
Product Introduction
Remote pumping stations, outdoor skid equipment, marine and cold-climate industrial sites demand communications hardware tolerant of wider temperature fluctuations. is the extended rugged version of the classic RX3i Ethernet module, delivering identical protocol functionality to standard IC695ETM001 with improved low-temperature operating capability.
It enables RX3i controllers to connect to HMIs, SCADA servers, other PACSystems PLCs, and remote NIU-based distributed I/O racks over Ethernet. The dual RJ45 ports support daisy-chain network topology without external switches. Hot-swap capability allows planned maintenance without full chassis shutdown. Single-slot RX3i form factor supports direct drop-in spare replacement.
Key Selling Points & Differentiators
- GE features extended rugged temperature range (-25 °C ~ +60 °C), suitable for unheated outdoor enclosures and mobile machinery where standard ETM001 cannot be deployed.
- Full protocol stack support for EGD, SRTP and Modbus TCP covers HMI, inter-PLC synchronization and third-party instrument communications.
- Every unit undergoes full bench validation on an RX3i test chassis; Ethernet link testing, multi-protocol data exchange, LED diagnostics and hot-swap operation verified prior to shipment. Signed test documentation available on formal request. Warranty runs 12 months post delivery.
- Required Ethernet hardware for any RX3i rack running IC695NIU001 remote I/O slave stations over EGD.
- Not compatible with RX7i, Series 90‑70 or Series 90‑30 racks; designed exclusively for RX3i universal backplane architecture.
- Dual RJ45 ports support direct daisy-chaining of RX3i racks, reducing the quantity of industrial switches in distributed field networks.
Quality Transparency SOP
- Incoming Verification: Serial traceability validation, anti-counterfeit visual inspection, port latch and PCB hardware cross-check.
- Live Bench Test: Dedicated RX3i test rack, power-on self-test, 10/100M link simulation, EGD & Modbus TCP data exchange test, continuous 24-hour thermal soak cycling.
- Electrical Tests: 500 V megger insulation resistance testing, backplane power rail stability verification.
- Hardware Verification: Confirm LED array and Ethernet transceiver circuits operate per datasheet; no unauthorized component rework performed.
- Final QC & Packaging: Anti-static shielding, shock-dampened transit carton, signed QC Pass label. Test images and logs available on request. No zero-failure performance guarantee.
Technical Risk Avoidance Section
Standard vs ER Variant Mismatch Risk Risk: Ordering standard IC695ETM001 for cold-site applications leads to unreliable startup below 0°C. Prevention: Confirm minimum enclosure ambient temperature; use ER variant for sites expecting sub-zero temperatures. Field note: Multiple remote water pump stations experienced intermittent Ethernet offline after technicians deployed standard ETM001 during winter low-temperature periods.
CPU Firmware Hot-Swap Requirement Risk Risk: Hot-swap executed with outdated CPU firmware (<V2.51) may corrupt backplane communications or damage the module. Prevention: Verify RX3i CPU firmware revision before performing live module replacement.
Single IP Limitation Risk Risk: Users attempt to assign separate IP addresses to each port; module only supports one IP for both ports (internal switch). Prevention: Plan topology as daisy-chain, not dual independent network segmentation.
ESD Damage Risk Risk: Unprotected handling damages Ethernet transceivers without immediate visible fault indicators. Prevention: Use grounded wrist straps; keep the module sealed inside anti-static packaging until rack insertion.
Critical Summary: Confirm environmental operating requirements before procurement. Functionally compatible with standard IC695ETM001 at temperatures above 0°C, but cannot be substituted without environmental review for cold-climate installations. It operates exclusively on RX3i universal backplanes.
