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Product Model: GE IC693MDL740C
Product Brand: GE Fanuc (Emerson Series 90-30)
Product Series: Series 90-30 PLC I/O Modules
Product Features:
- 16 discrete DC output channels with positive logic sourcing
- Operates at 12–24 V DC for low-voltage industrial loads
- 0.5 A per channel with two groups of eight outputs for efficient segmentation
- LED status indicators and compact 90-30 slot design
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | GE IC693MDL740C |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-30 |
| Module Type | Positive Logic DC Output |
| Number of Outputs | 16 discrete channels |
| Output Voltage Range | 12–24 V DC (+20%, –15%) |
| Nominal Operating Voltage | 12/24 V DC |
| Output Current per Channel | 0.5 A |
| Output Current per Group | 2 A (short duration) |
| Number of Groups | 2 groups of 8 channels each |
| Inrush Current | ~4.78 A for 10 ms |
| Response Time | ~2 ms ON/OFF |
| Backplane Current Draw | ~110 mA at 5 VDC |
| LED Indicators | Yes (per channel) |
| Mounting | Series 90-30 I/O rack |
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Technical Features & Benefits
The GE IC693MDL740C discrete output module embodies several features that engineers and plant technicians appreciate in Series 90-30 environments. At its core, it is designed to source DC power to external loads with predictable electrical behavior and straightforward diagnostics.
Nominally rated for 12–24 V DC operation, the module is ideal for low-voltage field devices in industrial plants. This range accommodates variations in supply and field wiring without compromising reliability. Each of the 16 channels is capable of providing up to 0.5 A of output current, giving a balance between compact I/O density and sufficient power for many actuators like solenoid valves, DC contactors, indicator lamps, or small DC motors when used with appropriate drivers. Two groups with eight outputs each help distribute current loads logically, which eases wiring and reduces the risk of overload in any single section.
A practical benefit is the positive logic sourcing behavior. When the PLC program writes a “1” to an output bit, the corresponding transistor on the GE IC693MDL740C sources current from the positive DC supply to the output terminal. This sourcing arrangement simplifies wiring when common DC supplies feed multiple modules; technicians only connect loads to individual points and reference them to the common return without complex polarity management.
Diagnostics are always at the forefront in real industrial settings. A set of front-panel LEDs gives immediate visual feedback on each output channel’s status. This immediate indication allows a technician to verify whether an output is energized without connecting a meter or computer. Such visibility is particularly useful upon initial installation, periodic maintenance checks, or fault investigations where absence of expected actuation may indicate wiring issues, field supply failure, or logic errors.
Although the module does not include internal fuses, customers commonly add external fusing based on expected current draw and safety standards. This approach alleviates risk and aligns with site electrical safety practices. Additionally, the backplane current draw from the PLC’s 5 V logic bus remains modest — typically under 120 mA even with all outputs active — ensuring the module does not burden the controller’s power budget.
From an integration standpoint, the GE IC693MDL740C fits any available slot in 5-slot or 10-slot Series 90-30 baseplates without special adapters. Its sourcing outputs are compatible with a broad set of low-voltage devices, which minimizes the need for relays or interposing contactors in many cases.
