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Product Model: GE IC697VAL134
Product Brand: GE Fanuc
Product Series: Series 90-70 PLC Analog Modules
Product Features:
High-precision 31-channel analog-to-digital conversion with 12-bit resolution
Supports multiple voltage input ranges (±10 V, ±5 V, 0–10 V) for flexible signal integration
Integrated scanning and built-in test capabilities for reliable field data acquisition
Seamless Series 90-70 rack compatibility with isolated analog front-end design
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | GE IC697VAL134 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Series | Series 90-70 PLC Analog Modules |
| Module Type | Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) Board |
| Analog Input Channels | 31 single-ended or 16 differential channels |
| Resolution | 12 bits |
| Supported Voltage Ranges | ±10 V, ±5 V, 0–10 V (configurable) |
| Isolation | Field wiring to backplane isolation |
| Interface | Screw terminal field wiring |
| Installation Format | 6U rack module |
| Scanning Capability | Automatic channel scanning on power-up |
| Diagnostic Feature | Built-in test (BIT) |
| Typical Environment | Industrial PLC cabinets |
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Product Role & System Fit
When integrating analog field signals into a programmable logic controller (PLC) system, the GE IC697VAL134 serves a fundamental role in converting real-world voltages into precise digital values the CPU can process. As part of the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 family, this analog input converter module seamlessly fits into the 6U rack structure common to Series 90-70 installations. The module’s design adheres to legacy industrial automation standards, giving engineers working with mature control architectures a dependable analog interface option.
In modern industrial applications, incoming signals from sensors such as potentiometers, voltage transducers, or specialized instrumentation must be scaled and digitized before they can be interpreted by control logic. The GE IC697VAL134 fulfills that role by delivering 12-bit resolution, which balances precision with performance for most process control tasks. It supports multiple voltage ranges — including ±10 V and 0–10 V — making it adaptable across varied sensor types without requiring external signal conditioning.
The module’s integration into the PLC backplane gives the control CPU direct access to the digitized values through the internal VMEbus memory space. This tight system fit minimizes latency and avoids the complexity of separate communication networks for analog data, which can be especially valuable in time-critical or synchronized process environments. Because it follows Series 90-70 mechanical and electrical specs, it installs alongside discrete I/O, digital communication cards, and even specialty modules with minimal cabinet redesign.
From a lifecycle perspective, facilities that maintain Series 90-70 systems often rely on analog modules such as the GE IC697VAL134 as a core part of their control schema. It represents a bridge between dated but proven PLC hardware and the robust analog signal acquisition required in material processing, batch control, and energy management systems.
Related Models
- IC697VAL132 – 12-bit analog input board supporting current inputs (0–20 mA) rather than voltage.
- IC697VAL216 – 16-channel ±10 V/±5 V analog input with jumper-selectable ranges and similar resolution.
- IC697VAL232 – 32-channel 16-bit voltage input module with enhanced resolution.
- IC697VAL264 – 64-channel 16-bit analog input board for large signal counts.
- IC697VAL348 – Analog output board for voltage signaling in control loops.
- IC697ALG230 – Base analog converter with differential input support for current/voltage signals.
