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GE IC693MDL655E Product Specification
Product Overview
The GE IC693MDL655E is a high-reliability 32-point discrete input module engineered for GE Fanuc’s Series 90-30 PLC platform, designed to interface with field devices in industrial automation, manufacturing, and process control applications. As a core component of the Series 90-30 distributed architecture, this module processes 24 VDC signals from sensors, switches, and other discrete devices, translating them into digital inputs for the PLC controller. Its robust design and flexible configuration make it ideal for mission-critical environments requiring precise signal conditioning and noise immunity.
Integrated into the Series 90-30 system, the GE IC693MDL655E features four isolated groups of 8 inputs each, providing 250 VAC/VDC isolation between groups to protect against electrical surges and electromagnetic interference (EMI) in high-noise industrial settings 5. The module supports both positive and negative logic, allowing seamless integration with sinking or sourcing sensors, such as proximity switches, pushbuttons, and limit switches. Its front-panel LEDs provide real-time status monitoring for individual input channels, simplifying troubleshooting and maintenance.
With a compact form factor (9.0” × 9.0” × 9.0”/228.6 mm × 228.6 mm × 228.6 mm) and rugged construction—IP20-rated enclosure and conformal coating—the GE IC693MDL655E operates reliably in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 60°C, making it suitable for harsh environments like manufacturing floors, power plants, and offshore platforms 6. Its compatibility with GE Fanuc’s Proficy software enables easy configuration of input filtering (10–100 ms) to reject transient noise, ensuring accurate signal processing even in unstable conditions. The module’s hot-swappable design further minimizes downtime during maintenance, a critical advantage in continuous-process industries.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | GE IC693MDL655E |
| Manufacturer | General Electric (GE) |
| Product Type | Discrete Input Module |
| Series | Series 90-30 PLC |
| Input Channels | 32 (4 isolated groups of 8) |
| Signal Type | 24 VDC (±10%), positive/negative logic |
| Input Voltage Range | 0–30 VDC |
| Isolation | 1,500 Vrms (field to logic), 250 VAC/VDC (between groups) 5 |
| Input Current | 7.0 mA typical at 24 VDC |
| Response Time | ≤2 ms (on/off) |
| Physical Dimensions | 228.6 mm (H) × 228.6 mm (W) × 228.6 mm (D) |
| Weight | 1.0 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
| Power Supply | 5 VDC (from backplane) + 24 VDC (user-supplied or backplane) |
| Mounting Type | DIN rail or panel mount with M4 screws (torque: 0.678 N·m) 5 |
| Certifications | CE, UL 508 |
Main Features and Advantages
Rugged Isolation and Noise Immunity:
The GE IC693MDL655E’s triple-layer isolation system safeguards against voltage spikes and EMI, critical in environments with welding equipment, motors, or high-voltage machinery. Its transient rating of 2,000 V peak ensures immunity to surges caused by lightning strikes or equipment startup 5. This resilience reduces signal corruption risks, minimizing unplanned downtime in applications like conveyor systems or turbine monitoring.
The GE IC693MDL655E’s triple-layer isolation system safeguards against voltage spikes and EMI, critical in environments with welding equipment, motors, or high-voltage machinery. Its transient rating of 2,000 V peak ensures immunity to surges caused by lightning strikes or equipment startup 5. This resilience reduces signal corruption risks, minimizing unplanned downtime in applications like conveyor systems or turbine monitoring.
Flexible Configuration:
With 32 configurable input points, the module adapts to diverse industrial needs, from monitoring limit switches in automotive assembly lines to processing sensor data in chemical reactors. Engineers can adjust input filtering (10–100 ms) via Proficy software to reject noise, ensuring stable operation in environments with electromagnetic interference. The module’s support for both sinking and sourcing inputs eliminates the need for external signal converters, simplifying system design and reducing costs 8.
With 32 configurable input points, the module adapts to diverse industrial needs, from monitoring limit switches in automotive assembly lines to processing sensor data in chemical reactors. Engineers can adjust input filtering (10–100 ms) via Proficy software to reject noise, ensuring stable operation in environments with electromagnetic interference. The module’s support for both sinking and sourcing inputs eliminates the need for external signal converters, simplifying system design and reducing costs 8.
Real-Time Diagnostics:
Front-panel LEDs provide instant visibility into individual input status (e.g., “A1–A8” for group A inputs), allowing technicians to quickly identify faults without additional tools. The module’s electronic fusing—activating within 5 µs of a fault—protects against overcurrent conditions, and faults can be cleared remotely via the PLC or handheld tools like the IC660HHM501 5. This diagnostic capability streamlines maintenance and reduces mean time to repair (MTTR).
Front-panel LEDs provide instant visibility into individual input status (e.g., “A1–A8” for group A inputs), allowing technicians to quickly identify faults without additional tools. The module’s electronic fusing—activating within 5 µs of a fault—protects against overcurrent conditions, and faults can be cleared remotely via the PLC or handheld tools like the IC660HHM501 5. This diagnostic capability streamlines maintenance and reduces mean time to repair (MTTR).
Seamless Integration:
The GE IC693MDL655E interfaces directly with GE Fanuc’s IC693BEM331 Genius bus controller and IC693CHS391 10-slot rack, enabling plug-and-play connectivity in distributed control systems. Its compatibility with the Genius protocol ensures high-speed data exchange (up to 1 Mbps) with PLCs like the IC693CPU374, supporting real-time control in applications such as oil refinery process automation 3.
The GE IC693MDL655E interfaces directly with GE Fanuc’s IC693BEM331 Genius bus controller and IC693CHS391 10-slot rack, enabling plug-and-play connectivity in distributed control systems. Its compatibility with the Genius protocol ensures high-speed data exchange (up to 1 Mbps) with PLCs like the IC693CPU374, supporting real-time control in applications such as oil refinery process automation 3.
Hot-Swappable Design:
The module supports hot swapping, allowing replacement without powering down the system—a critical feature in continuous processes like power generation or pharmaceutical production. This capability reduces MTTR to under 15 minutes, maintaining productivity during maintenance 2.
The module supports hot swapping, allowing replacement without powering down the system—a critical feature in continuous processes like power generation or pharmaceutical production. This capability reduces MTTR to under 15 minutes, maintaining productivity during maintenance 2.
Application Areas
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Manufacturing:
- Monitors conveyor belt alignment using 24 VDC proximity sensors, triggering alarms or stopping belts if misalignment occurs.
- Processes signals from photoelectric sensors in packaging machines to control label placement and material feeding.
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Power Generation:
- Monitors generator breaker status signals, activating protective relays during grid faults.
- Manages cooling fan motors in turbine enclosures, adjusting speeds based on temperature inputs from thermocouples.
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Oil and Gas:
- Detects wellhead pressure switch states, initiating emergency shutdowns (ESDs) if thresholds are exceeded.
- Processes level sensor signals in storage tanks to automate pump operations and prevent overflow.
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Water/Wastewater:
- Supervises pump status (on/off) and level sensors in treatment plants, automating valve operations to maintain optimal flow.
- Monitors chlorine dosing system switches, ensuring safe chemical injection based on pH sensor inputs.
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HVAC:
- Controls damper actuators in large facilities, adjusting airflow based on occupancy or temperature readings.
- Monitors smoke detectors in fire alarm systems, triggering sprinklers or evacuation protocols.
Related Products
- GE IC693BEM331: Genius bus controller that enables communication between GE IC693MDL655E and PLCs like the IC693CPU374, supporting high-speed data exchange in distributed systems 3.
- GE IC693CHS391: 10-slot rack for housing GE IC693MDL655E and other Series 90-30 modules, ensuring mechanical stability and thermal management 9.
- GE IC693PWR330: Power supply module that delivers stable 24 VDC to GE IC693MDL655E and other rack-mounted components, ensuring reliable operation in critical loops 9.
- GE IC693MDL240: 16-point AC input module that complements GE IC693MDL655E in hybrid systems requiring both AC and DC signal processing.
- GE IC660HHM501: Handheld monitor for configuring GE IC693MDL655E parameters, such as input filtering and logic settings 5.
- GE IC693ACC301: Backup battery module that preserves GE IC693MDL655E configuration data during power outages, ensuring system continuity 9.
Installation and Maintenance
Pre-installation preparations:
Before installing GE IC693MDL655E, verify the control panel is properly grounded to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use an ESD wrist strap during handling to protect sensitive components. Mount the module on a DIN rail or panel with at least 50 mm clearance for ventilation, securing it with M4 screws tightened to 0.678 N·m 5. Connect shielded cables to the Fujitsu FCN-365P024-AU connectors, ensuring wire sizes between AWG #12 and #22. Verify power supply compatibility (24 VDC ±10%) and polarity.
Before installing GE IC693MDL655E, verify the control panel is properly grounded to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use an ESD wrist strap during handling to protect sensitive components. Mount the module on a DIN rail or panel with at least 50 mm clearance for ventilation, securing it with M4 screws tightened to 0.678 N·m 5. Connect shielded cables to the Fujitsu FCN-365P024-AU connectors, ensuring wire sizes between AWG #12 and #22. Verify power supply compatibility (24 VDC ±10%) and polarity.
Maintenance suggestions:
Perform monthly visual inspections of GE IC693MDL655E front-panel LEDs to confirm normal operation (green status indicators, no fault lights). Clean dust from ventilation slots using compressed air to maintain cooling efficiency. Quarterly, use a multimeter to verify input voltage accuracy (±1% tolerance). Inspect terminal connections for corrosion, especially in humid environments. Annually, update firmware via GE Fanuc’s Proficy software to access bug fixes and enhance compatibility with newer I/O modules. Test redundancy by simulating a communication fault between GE IC693MDL655E and the IC693BEM331 controller, ensuring seamless failover.
Perform monthly visual inspections of GE IC693MDL655E front-panel LEDs to confirm normal operation (green status indicators, no fault lights). Clean dust from ventilation slots using compressed air to maintain cooling efficiency. Quarterly, use a multimeter to verify input voltage accuracy (±1% tolerance). Inspect terminal connections for corrosion, especially in humid environments. Annually, update firmware via GE Fanuc’s Proficy software to access bug fixes and enhance compatibility with newer I/O modules. Test redundancy by simulating a communication fault between GE IC693MDL655E and the IC693BEM331 controller, ensuring seamless failover.
Product Guarantee
Our company offers a one-year quality warranty for GE IC693MDL655E, covering hardware malfunctions not caused by misuse. During the warranty period, defective modules will be replaced promptly. As a leading industrial control parts distributor with 17 years of experience, we maintain extensive inventories—including rare and obsolete models like GE IC693MDL655E—to support urgent replacement needs. Our global supply chain ensures rapid delivery of critical spares, minimizing downtime for your operations. For discontinued models or urgent demands, our network enables quick sourcing of scarce components, ensuring continuous support for your industrial systems.
Contact Information:
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