SPECIFICATIONS
Part No.: IC695ALG616
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States of America (USA)
Number of Inputs: 16 single-ended or 8 differential
Internal Power: 3.3V: 450mA; 5V: 600 mA
Number of Slots: 1
Current Range: 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, +/-20 mA
Product Type: Analog Input module
Availability: In Stock
Series: RX3i
Functional Description
IC695ALG616 is an Analog Input module developed by GE. It is part of the Mark I and II control system. It is a versatile and robust analog input module from the GE Fanuc RX3i Series. It is specifically designed to handle a variety of industrial applications, offering flexibility with its configuration of 16 single-ended or 8 differential input channels. This module is integral to the RX3i PACSystems series and is designed to manage both current and voltage inputs with high precision.
Features
- Wide Voltage Operating Range: It operates within a wide voltage range of -10 to +10 volts, making it highly versatile for various applications. This capability allows the module to handle a broad spectrum of input signals, accommodating different devices and sensors that operate within this range.
- External Power Supply Requirements: To function effectively, it requires an external power supply voltage between 18 to 30 volts DC. This flexibility ensures that the module can be integrated with differing power requirements. The ability to use a wide range of external power supplies enhances the module’s compatibility and ease of integration into existing systems.
- Flexible Input Channel Configuration: One of the standout features of is its significant flexibility in configuring input channels. Users have the option to choose between:
- 16 Single-Ended Channels: Ideal for applications where simplicity and straightforward measurements are needed. Each channel measures the voltage relative to a common ground, making it suitable for many general-purpose analog inputs.
- 8 Differential Channels: Provides enhanced noise immunity and accuracy, particularly important in applications where precise measurements are critical. Differential inputs measure the voltage difference between two signals, minimizing the effects of noise and interference.
- Support for Various Power Ranges: Supports a wide variety of power ranges, ensuring compatibility with different sensors and devices.
- 0 to 20 Milliamps: Suitable for applications that require a standard current input range, allowing for a broad array of industrial devices to be monitored.
- 4 to 20 Milliamps: A common standard in industrial automation, this range is widely used for transmitting analog signals over long distances, ensuring minimal signal degradation.
- ±20 Milliamps: This range is particularly useful for sensors that can output both positive and negative signals, providing a greater degree of measurement flexibility.
- Voltage Ranges: The module also accommodates various voltage ranges, allowing it to interface with different types of analog sensors.
- 10 Volts: This range is beneficial for specific applications requiring a higher voltage signal.
- 0 to 10 Volts: A versatile range often used in many industrial applications, enabling the measurement of standard analog signals.
- 5 Volts: Commonly used for low-voltage applications, this range is ideal for interfacing with microcontrollers and other low-voltage devices.
- 0 to 5 Volts: Similar to the 0 to 10 volts range but tailored for applications needing lower voltage measurements.
- 1 to 5 Volts DC: This range is often used in sensors that follow this output standard, providing a reliable input for accurate measurements.
Compatibility and Installation
- Designed for seamless integration, it is compatible with the RX3i Universal Backplane, ensuring it fits into a broad array of system architectures.
- The module can be paired with several terminal block types, including box-style, extended box-style, spring-style, and extended spring-style terminal blocks, offering flexibility in installation and setup.
Advanced Features for Enhanced Performance
Equipped with several advanced features that enhance its performance and reliability:
- Auto-Calibration: The module automatically calibrates itself at startup, ensuring ongoing accuracy without the need for manual adjustments.
- Error Checking and Open-Circuit Detection: Built-in error checking and open-circuit detection features for all voltage inputs provide an additional layer of operational security.
- Comprehensive Alarming System: The module includes high, low, high-high, and low-low alarms, along with a fault reporting feature that is selectable per channel. This ensures that users are immediately alerted to any issues.
- Rate of Change Alarms: Positive and negative rate of change alarms offer real-time monitoring of input signal variations, providing early warnings of potential problems.
- Hot-swappable design, allowing it to be inserted or removed from the rack without powering down the system. This feature minimizes operational downtime, making it ideal for environments where continuous operation is critical.
The WOC team is always available to help you with your Mark I and II requirements. For more information, please contact WOC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IC695ALG616?
It is an analog input module developed by GE under RX3i series.
What input channel configurations are available?
The module offers flexibility with 16 single-ended channels or 8 differential channels. It supports different current and voltage ranges, including 0 to 20 milliamps, 4 to 20 milliamps, 20 milliamps, 10 Volts, 0 to 10 Volts, 5 Volts, 0 to 5 Volts, and 1 to 5 Volts DC.
Where can the module be installed?
It is designed to be installed on the RX3i Universal Backplane. It is compatible with various terminal blocks, such as box-style, extended box-style, spring-style, and extended spring-style terminal blocks.
What does hot-swappable mean?
The term hot-swappable means that the module can be inserted or removed from the rack while the system is powered on, minimizing downtime and maintaining continuous operation.
What are the power requirements?
It operates within a voltage range of -10 to +10 Volts and requires an external power supply voltage range of 18 to 30 Volts DC.
