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SKU: IC694MDL240
GE IC694MDL240 Volt AC Input Module
Configured for discrete AC signal acquisition in the PACSystems RX3i backplane architecture, the GE IC694MDL240 (IC694MDL240 Volt AC Input Module) provides direct electrical input monitoring of field-operated switching devices and AC-powered sensing circuits. The module supports 16 input channels for 120 VAC systems, accepts 85-132 VAC input signals at 50/60 Hz, and interfaces with the RX3i controller through a single-slot backplane connection.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
The available documentation identifies a single catalog number, IC694MDL240, without any documented suffix variants or ordering-code subdivisions. No suffix matrix is specified by the manufacturer data provided.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC694MDL240 |
| Brand | GE |
| Product Series | PACSystems RX3i |
| Module Type | Volt AC Input Module |
| Input Channels | 16 discrete inputs |
| Input Voltage Range | 85-132 VAC |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 120 VAC |
| Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| ON-State Voltage | 74-132 VAC |
| OFF-State Voltage | 0-20 VAC |
| ON Response Time | 30 ms |
| OFF Response Time | 45 ms |
| Backplane Current Consumption | 90 mA |
| Isolation Rating | 250 VAC continuous, 1500 VAC for 1 minute |
| Status Indication | Individual channel LEDs |
| Mounting | Single-slot RX3i backplane installation |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.28 kg |
| Dimensions | 3.5 x 13.2 x 13.5 cm |
| Operating Temp | Not specified in provided documentation |
| Power Consumption | Not specified in provided documentation |
| Compliance | UL 508 |
| Environmental Classification | Class 1, Division 2 compatible applications |
Backplane Communication and I/O Density Scaling
The IC694MDL240 occupies a single slot within the PACSystems RX3i I/O rack while providing 16 discrete AC input channels. This channel density enables consolidation of field contact signals including pushbuttons, limit switches, auxiliary contacts, and proximity switches. Data transfer between the module and the controller occurs through the RX3i backplane interface, eliminating separate communication wiring for individual input channels.
The module draws 90 mA from the backplane supply and can be installed in any compatible RX3i slot supported by available system I/O capacity. Channel status is reported through dedicated front-panel LEDs, allowing local verification of field signal presence during commissioning and troubleshooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the IC694MDL240 support hot insertion or hot removal?
A: The supplied documentation does not specify hot-swap capability. Module insertion and removal should follow the RX3i system maintenance procedures and applicable controller power-state requirements.
Q: What field devices can be connected to the input channels?
A: The module is intended for AC discrete input signals generated by devices such as push-button switches, limit switches, relay contacts, and AC-powered proximity sensors operating within the specified voltage range.
Q: What isolation protection is provided between field wiring and module electronics?
A: The module provides optical isolation rated at 250 VAC continuous voltage and 1500 VAC for a 1-minute test interval.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Verify that the field signal voltage remains within the specified 85-132 VAC operating range before energizing the module.
- Separate AC input wiring from high-current motor and drive conductors to reduce induced electrical noise.
- Terminate cable shields according to the facility grounding standard and avoid multiple shield ground points unless required by the site design specification.
- Confirm correct channel addressing and field terminal assignments before controller startup.
- Inspect LED channel indicators during commissioning to verify correspondence between field device operation and controller input status.
- Follow lockout and electrical safety procedures before connecting or disconnecting field wiring.
Tags: GE FANUC, Volt AC Input Module
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