GE IC693MDL646 IC693MDL646E IC693MDL646C Digital Input Module

Product Overview

The GE IC693MDL646 is a 24V DC digital input module designed for the Series 90-30 PLC system. It provides 16 reliable input points with flexible logic configuration, enabling precise monitoring of industrial signals. Moreover, this module integrates seamlessly into GE’s modular PLC architecture, offering real-time status indication and efficient signal acquisition. It is ideal for industrial automation systems requiring robust and fast discrete signal processing.

Key Features & Functional Highlights

• Supports 16 input channels with shared common terminals for simplified wiring.

• Compatible with both positive and negative logic wiring configurations.

• Captures discrete (on/off) signals from switches, sensors, and relays accurately.

• Provides 1 ms typical response time, ensuring fast and reliable signal detection.

• Backplane current draw: 80 mA @ 5 VDC, 125 mA @ 24 VDC, minimizing power consumption.

• High isolation of 1500 V RMS between field and logic sides ensures operational safety.

• LED indicators for each input channel allow instant status monitoring.

Technical Specifications

• Module Type: Digital Input Module

• Series: GE Fanuc Series 90-30

• Number of Inputs: 16 points (one group with shared common)

• Rated Voltage: 24 V DC

• Input Voltage Range: 0–30 V DC

• Nominal Input Current: 7 mA per channel

• On-State Voltage: 11.5–30 V DC

• Off-State Voltage: 0–5 V DC

• On-State Current (Minimum): 3.2 mA

• Off-State Current (Maximum): 1.1 mA

• Response Time (ON/OFF): 1 ms (typical)

• Input Impedance: 3.3 kΩ

• Isolation: 1500 V RMS (between field and logic sides)

• Backplane Current Draw: 80 mA @ 5 VDC; 125 mA @ 24 VDC

• Status Indicators: 16 LEDs (one per input)

• Dimensions (W×H×D): 51 × 127 × 102 mm

• Weight: 0.71 lbs

Typical Applications

• Industrial process monitoring and automation systems requiring fast discrete input capture.

• Integration into GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC networks for real-time control applications.

• Monitoring switches, proximity sensors, and relay signals in factory automation.

• Use in harsh industrial environments where 24V DC input signals are standard.

FAQ

Q: Can the IC693MDL646 handle negative logic wiring?
A: Yes, it supports both positive and negative logic configurations for flexible system design.

Q: What is the response time for the inputs?
A: Typical response time is 1 ms, providing rapid signal detection.

Q: How many inputs are available per module?
A: The module provides 16 input channels, all grouped with a single common terminal.

Q: What isolation level does this module provide?
A: The module provides 1500 V RMS isolation between field side and logic side.

Q: Can this module integrate into existing Series 90-30 PLCs?
A: Yes, it is fully compatible with GE Fanuc Series 90-30 backplanes and systems.