GE IC693MDL240E Series 90-30 120VAC Digital Input Module (GE Fanuc)

Description

Product Model: GE IC693MDL240E
Product Brand: GE Fanuc (Emerson Series 90-30)
Product Series: Series 90-30 PLC I/O
Product Features:

• 16 discrete AC input channels for reliable field signal detection
• 120 V AC rated module with wide input range (0–132 VAC) for versatile deployments
• High isolation (1500 V RMS) between field and logic ensuring noise resilience
• LED status indicators and rugged industrial design for maintenance ease

Technical Specifications

Technical Features & Benefits

The GE IC693MDL240E discrete AC input module is engineered for straightforward, low-maintenance field interfacing in medium to large PLC installations. At its core, it converts hardwired alternating current signals from discrete switches into logical inputs the controller understands. Each of the 16 points is part of a reactive input circuit, incorporating resistor and capacitor elements that condition the incoming AC signal for robust digital interpretation.

Nominally rated at 120 V AC, the input circuitry accepts a broad waveform range (from 0 up to 132 V AC), accommodating supply variations and legacy field wiring without signal misreads. This accommodation is crucial for plants where line fluctuations are common, or where long cable runs introduce voltage drop. The typical input current per point is approximately 12 mA at rated voltage, which balances sensitivity with noise immunity.

Isolation is a standout performance specification: the module maintains 1500 V RMS between field points and logic backplane. In busy industrial electrical environments, this isolation helps suppress common-mode noise and protects the PLC’s CPU from surges. Physical design features include a hinged front door with insert slips for wiring documentation — a practical touch for service crews during audits or troubleshooting. Embedded LED indicators give immediate visual confirmation of each input’s status, cutting mean time to detect issues on the plant floor.

From a systems integration standpoint, the GE IC693MDL240E plays well with peripherals and PLC bases. If fitted into a 5-slot or 10-slot baseplate, it expands the PLC’s sensing capacity without needing special racks or third-party adaptors. Compatibility with common industrial input devices (pushbuttons, proximity sensors, limit switches) allows engineers to standardize on well-understood field components, reducing the learning curve for technicians and lowering commissioning risk.