GE IC693ALG221 Series 90-30 4-Channel Analog Current Input Module

Description

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: General Electric (GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation Solutions)
• Series: Series 90-30 PLC System
• Model: IC693ALG221
• Module Type: Analog Current Input Module
• Number of Channels: 4 independent single-ended inputs
• Input Ranges:
  • Default: 4–20mA
  • Configurable: 0–20mA (via on-board jumpers)
• Resolution: 12-bit (4096 steps)
• Digital Scaling:
  • 4–20mA: 4mA = 0 counts; 20mA = 32,000 counts
  • 0–20mA: 0mA = 0 counts; 20mA = 32,000 counts
• Absolute Accuracy: ±0.1% full scale ±0.1% reading
• Linearity: <1 Least Significant Bit (LSB)
• Input Impedance: 250Ω per channel
• Update Rate: 2ms for all 4 channels (0.5ms per channel)
• Input Filter: 325Hz low-pass filter
• Isolation: 1,500Vrms between field and logic sides
• Common Mode Voltage: 200V
• Common Mode Rejection: >70dB (DC to 60Hz)
• Cross-Channel Rejection: >80dB (DC to 1kHz)
• Power Consumption:
  • +5V Backplane: 25mA
  • +24V External: 100mA
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C (32°F to 131°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Relative Humidity: 5%–95%, non-condensing
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 102mm × 86.1mm × 58.5mm (4.02in × 3.39in × 2.3in)
• Weight: 0.24kg (0.53lbs)
• Certifications: CE, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 142

Key Features

1. Dual Current Range Support: Default 4–20mA (industry standard for live zero) and jumper-selectable 0–20mA for flexibility with various sensors.
2. High Resolution & Accuracy: 12-bit resolution with ±0.1% full-scale accuracy ensures precise measurement of process variables.
3. Fast Conversion Speed: 2ms total update rate enables real-time monitoring of dynamic processes.
4. Strong Noise Rejection: 325Hz low-pass filter and high common-mode rejection eliminate electrical interference in harsh industrial environments.
5. Electrical Isolation: 1,500Vrms isolation protects the PLC from field-side voltage spikes and ground loops.
6. On-Board Configuration: Two jumpers allow independent range selection for channels 1–2 and 3–4.
7. LED Status Indicator: Power LED provides visual confirmation of module operation.
8. Compact & Rugged Design: Durable plastic housing with IP20 protection suits cabinet mounting in industrial facilities.
9. Seamless System Integration: Direct plug-in to Series 90-30 backplane; compatible with all Series 90-30 CPUs and programming software.
10. Field-Proven Reliability: Designed for 24/7 operation in manufacturing, process control, and building automation applications.

Applications

• Process Control: Chemical, water treatment, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage plants monitoring flow, pressure, temperature, and level via 4–20mA transmitters.
• Factory Automation: Automotive assembly lines, packaging machinery, and metalworking equipment using current-output sensors for position, speed, and force measurement.
• Building Automation: HVAC systems monitoring duct pressure, air flow, and temperature; energy management systems tracking power consumption.
• Power Generation: Thermal and renewable power plants monitoring boiler parameters, turbine sensors, and generator auxiliaries.
• Oil & Gas: Refineries, pipelines, and onshore facilities measuring pressure, level, and flow in hazardous (non-Ex) areas.
• Legacy System Upgrades: Replacement or expansion of existing Series 90-30 I/O systems to maintain compatibility with installed control infrastructure.

Compatibility

• PLC Series: GE Fanuc Series 90-30 (CPU311, CPU313, CPU321, CPU323, CPU331, CPU341, CPU351, CPU364, CPU374)
• Programming Software: Proficy Machine Edition (PME), Logicmaster 90-30
• Related Modules: IC693ALG220 (voltage input), IC693ALG223 (high-density current input)