The GE CR12600SE, also cataloged as the CR12600SE-GE Lithium Battery, operates as a dedicated hardware component for volatile memory retention and real-time clock power backup within GE PLC and machine control systems.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CR12600SE |
| Brand | GE |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 2.20 lbs (1.0 kg) |
| Dimensions | Standard CR12600SE cell dimensions with wire leads |
| Operating Temp | -40 to 85 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive battery cell (3.0 VDC nominal output) |
| Nominal Capacity | 1400 mAh |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Manganese Dioxide (Li-MnO2) |
| Connection Type | Insulated wire leads with polarized connector |
| Category | PLCs / Machine Control / PLC Module Backup |
Deterministic Network Memory Protection & Power Retention
The CR12600SE lithium battery module ensures continuous RAM memory state retention across GE PLC CPU processors during system shutdown or primary power failure events. Maintaining continuous logic state memory and RTC power prevents backplane bus communication velocity errors and parameter corruption upon reboot. The cell provides steady terminal voltage characteristics across wide temperature gradients, ensuring seamless firmware flash compatibility and immediate system restoration without loss of deterministic program execution parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the CR12600SE battery be replaced while the GE PLC CPU is powered on?
A: Yes. Replacing the battery while the PLC CPU backplane remains energized with main power preserves the active RAM contents, preventing data loss during the physical cell swap.
Q: What happens if the CR12600SE battery voltage drops below the threshold level?
A: The CPU diagnostic system triggers a low-battery status flag and lights the panel fault LED, indicating that backup power capacity is low and memory loss will occur if primary AC/DC power is disconnected.
Q: Is the lead wire connector polarized on the CR12600SE unit?
A: Yes. The attached wire harness features a keyway-polarized housing to prevent reverse polarity connection when plugging into the PLC CPU board header.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Confirm that primary rack power is energized if attempting a live memory backup battery replacement, or ensure a full system memory backup is saved prior to power-off maintenance.
- Put on an anti-static ESD wrist strap grounded to the control cabinet frame before handling the CPU module or battery lead assembly.
- Gently release the old battery retaining clip inside the module housing and disconnect the polarized plug from the circuit board header.
- Align the polarized connector of the new CR12600SE battery with the mating pins on the CPU board and press until fully seated.
- Place the battery securely into its mounting holder, ensuring that wire leads are routed clear of module cover hinges and heat sinks.
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