GE VMICPCI-7326-330001F (AMAT Part Number: 0090-04946 Rev002) is a high-performance CompactPCI bus Single Board Computer (SBC) launched by GE. Engineered for demanding industrial scenarios including semiconductor manufacturing, industrial automation and real-time control, it features outstanding stability, wide temperature adaptability and comprehensive interface configurations. Serving as a core control component for AMAT (Applied Materials) semiconductor equipment, it enables long-term stable data processing and system control under harsh industrial conditions with high vibration, wide temperature fluctuations and strong electromagnetic interference.
Technical Parameters
1. Basic Specifications
Model: VMICPCI-7326-330001F; AMAT Custom Part Number: 0090-04946 Rev002Form Factor: 3U CompactPCI standard single-slot designDimensions: Approx. 100mm×160mm×20mmWeight: Approx. 0.3kgOrigin: USAPCB Material: High-grade FR4 epoxy resin with excellent insulation and anti-interference performance
2. Processor & Memory
CPU: 333MHz low-power x86 processor (high-spec versions equipped with 800MHz Intel Pentium III)Memory: 256MB PC-133 SDRAM as standard, expandable up to 1GB maximumStorage: Onboard Flash ROM; supports external IDE hard drive / solid-state disk (80GB hard drive equipped as standard for AMAT customized version)Chipset: Highly integrated industrial-grade chipset, compliant with CompactPCI bus protocol
3. Interface Configuration
Network: 1×10/100Mbps auto-adaptive Ethernet portSerial Port: 2×RS-232, 1×RS-485 (supports industrial equipment communication)USB: 2×USB 2.0 portsVideo: VGA display outputOthers: PS/2 keyboard & mouse interface, CompactPCI J1/J2 bus interface, reset button, status indicator LEDs
4. Electrical & Environmental Characteristics
Power Supply: 5V/12V power supply via CompactPCI backplane; power consumption ＜15WOperating Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃ (wide-temperature industrial grade)Storage Temperature: -55℃ ~ +125℃Vibration Resistance: Compliant with IEC 60068-2-6 standard, suitable for industrial vibration environmentsProtection: PCB coated with conformal coating (three-proof coating) for moisture, salt spray and corrosion resistance
5. Software Compatibility
Compatible with real-time operating systems including Windows NT/XP Embedded, Linux, VxWorks and QNX
Fully adapted to dedicated control software and drivers for AMAT semiconductor equipment
Functions and Application Scenarios
1. Core Functions
Serving as the main controller of CompactPCI systems to realize bus management, data processing, I/O control and task scheduling.It supports collaborative communication of multiple devices and is compatible with industrial field buses and equipment networking.Equipped with hardware-level fault diagnosis, status monitoring and watchdog functions to ensure continuous system operation.Adopting a wide-temperature and low-power design with fanless heat dissipation support, suitable for enclosed industrial chassis.
2. Typical Applications
Core control for semiconductor manufacturing equipment (AMAT etching, deposition and inspection equipment).Industrial automated production lines and DCS distributed control systems.Embedded real-time control for rail transit, aerospace industries.On-site data acquisition and monitoring in power energy, petrochemical industries.High-reliability computing platforms for military industry, testing and measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the difference between the VMICPCI-7326-330001F and the standard VMICPCI-7326?A1: This model is a customized version for AMAT (Applied Materials) (Part No. 0090-04946 Rev002). Its hardware specifications are basically consistent with the standard VMICPCI-7326, yet it is pre-installed with AMAT-specific BIOS, drivers and firmware. The pin definition of interfaces and power consumption parameters are optimized for semiconductor equipment. It is only compatible with designated AMAT models and cannot directly replace the standard version.
Q2: Is memory or hard drive replacement supported?A2: Yes. It adopts standard PC-133 SDRAM SO-DIMM modules, expandable up to 1GB. For storage, 2.5-inch IDE hard drives or solid-state disks are replaceable. Wide-temperature industrial-grade specifications are required to prevent failures of commercial-grade hard drives under high-temperature conditions.
Q3: What is the operating temperature range? Is outdoor deployment available?A3: The standard operating temperature ranges from -40℃ to +85℃, featuring wide-temperature industrial-grade performance, suitable for most indoor industrial environments. For outdoor use, a protective enclosure is mandatory with moistureproof, sunshade and dustproof measures, avoiding direct exposure to extreme weather conditions.
Q4: How to troubleshoot failure to boot and serial port communication errors?A4: ① Verify normal power supply of the CompactPCI backplane (5V/12V); ② Ensure secure installation of memory and hard disk, re-seat components and clean gold fingers; ③ Reset the BIOS via onboard jumper to clear abnormal configurations; ④ Inspect serial port wiring and verify baud rate/parity bit parameters; ⑤ If the fault persists, it is mostly caused by CPU or chipset hardware failure, requiring factory repair.
Q5: Is this product discontinued? How to obtain spare parts?A5: This product has been officially discontinued. The current market supply mainly consists of original new surplus and refurbished spare parts. Please verify the model (VMICPCI-7326-330001F) and AMAT part number (0090-04946 Rev002) before purchase to avoid incorrect model selection.
Recommended Product Models
Listed below are GE VMIC series CompactPCI / VME CPU boards with the same architecture and applicable scenarios, ideal for industrial control, semiconductor equipment and real-time embedded applications:
- VMICPCI-7325: Simplified version of VMICPCI-7326, equipped with a 266MHz processor and 128MB memory with basic interface configuration, serving as a cost-effective alternative.
- VMICPCI-7326-330100: High-spec version of VMICPCI-7326, fitted with a 500MHz processor, 512MB memory and dual Ethernet ports for high computing power demands.
- VMICPCI-7806-211000: 3U CompactPCI form factor, Intel Pentium M 1.6GHz, 1GB DDR memory and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, a high-performance replacement solution.
- VMICPCI-7807: VME64x architecture, Pentium M 1.8GHz, 1.5GB memory and dual PMC expansion slots, compatible with VME bus systems.
- VMIVME-7700: VME CPU board, PowerPC 750GX 1.0GHz, 512MB DDR memory with wide-temperature design, widely used in military and energy industries.
- VMICPCI-5652: Integrated CompactPCI I/O & CPU combo board with 8-channel 16-bit analog output, applicable to integrated data acquisition and control scenarios.
- VMIVME-7486: VME single-board computer, 400MHz PowerPC, 256MB memory and low-power consumption, for legacy VME system upgrades.
- VMICPCI-7448: High-performance CompactPCI CPU board, Intel Celeron M 1.3GHz, 512MB memory with fanless design.
- VMIVME-7671: VME bus controller, PowerPC 8245 600MHz, dual Ethernet ports, compatible with VxWorks real-time operating system.
- VMICPCI-7694: 3U CompactPCI, low-power x86 processor, wide-temperature range (-40℃~+85℃), designed for high-reliability embedded applications.
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