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The GE IC695ALG600 is a Universal Analog Input Module for the PACSystems RX3i series of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), formerly manufactured by GE Fanuc and now part of Emerson Automation.
This module is designed to be a highly versatile input device for industrial automation applications.
Key Features and Specifications
- Universal Input: The most significant feature of this module is its versatility. Each of its channels can be individually configured to accept a variety of analog input types, including:
- Voltage: Various ranges such as +/-50mV, +/-150mV, 0-5V, 1-5V, 0-10V, and +/-10V.
- Current: 0-20mA, 4-20mA, and +/-20mA.
- Resistance: Multiple ranges up to 4000 Ohms.
- Thermocouple: Supports a wide range of types, including B, C, E, J, K, N, R, S, and T.
- RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector): Supports various RTD types, such as Platinum, Nickel, and Copper.
- Channel Configuration: The module has 8 general-purpose input channels and 2 Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) channels for accurate thermocouple readings. The channels are divided into two isolated groups of four, which helps in preventing electrical noise from affecting the measurements.
- High Resolution: It offers a high input resolution ranging from 11 to 16 bits, which allows for very precise measurements. The specific resolution depends on the configured range and A/D filter frequency.
- Advanced Diagnostics: The module includes on-board diagnostic features for error checking, such as open-circuit and short-circuit detection, and can report module faults.
- Software Configurable: All configuration for the module is done via software (specifically, the Proficy Machine Edition software). This eliminates the need for physical jumpers or switches on the module.
- Backplane Compatibility: The IC695ALG600 must be installed in a PACSystems RX3i Universal Backplane. It is not compatible with expansion or remote backplanes.
- Hot Swap Capability: The module supports hot insertion and extraction, meaning it can be replaced while the system is powered on, which minimizes downtime.
Applications
The GE IC695ALG600 is a core component in industrial automation and process control systems. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Process Control: Monitoring and controlling temperature, pressure, and flow in chemical plants, refineries, and other process industries.
- Power Generation: Used in turbine control systems and power plant operations to monitor various parameters.
- Discrete Manufacturing: For applications that require the precise measurement of analog signals.
The GE IC695ALG600 is a Universal Analog Input Module for the PACSystems RX3i series of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), formerly manufactured by GE Fanuc and now part of Emerson Automation.
This module is designed to be a highly versatile input device for industrial automation applications.
Key Features and Specifications
- Universal Input: The most significant feature of this module is its versatility. Each of its channels can be individually configured to accept a variety of analog input types, including:
- Voltage: Various ranges such as +/-50mV, +/-150mV, 0-5V, 1-5V, 0-10V, and +/-10V.
- Current: 0-20mA, 4-20mA, and +/-20mA.
- Resistance: Multiple ranges up to 4000 Ohms.
- Thermocouple: Supports a wide range of types, including B, C, E, J, K, N, R, S, and T.
- RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector): Supports various RTD types, such as Platinum, Nickel, and Copper.
- Channel Configuration: The module has 8 general-purpose input channels and 2 Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) channels for accurate thermocouple readings. The channels are divided into two isolated groups of four, which helps in preventing electrical noise from affecting the measurements.
- High Resolution: It offers a high input resolution ranging from 11 to 16 bits, which allows for very precise measurements. The specific resolution depends on the configured range and A/D filter frequency.
- Advanced Diagnostics: The module includes on-board diagnostic features for error checking, such as open-circuit and short-circuit detection, and can report module faults.
- Software Configurable: All configuration for the module is done via software (specifically, the Proficy Machine Edition software). This eliminates the need for physical jumpers or switches on the module.
- Backplane Compatibility: The IC695ALG600 must be installed in a PACSystems RX3i Universal Backplane. It is not compatible with expansion or remote backplanes.
- Hot Swap Capability: The module supports hot insertion and extraction, meaning it can be replaced while the system is powered on, which minimizes downtime.
Applications
The GE IC695ALG600 is a core component in industrial automation and process control systems. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Process Control: Monitoring and controlling temperature, pressure, and flow in chemical plants, refineries, and other process industries.
- Power Generation: Used in turbine control systems and power plant operations to monitor various parameters.
- Discrete Manufacturing: For applications that require the precise measurement of analog signals.
- Universal Input: The most significant feature of this module is its versatility. Each of its channels can be individually configured to accept a variety of analog input types, including: