{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-series-90-30-ic693apu300-high-speed-counter-module","title":"General Electric IC693APU300 Series 90-30 High-Speed Counter Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe General Electric IC693APU300 is a dedicated High-Speed Counter (HSC) module engineered for the Series 90-30 PLC platform. This module provides advanced pulse-counting capabilities, allowing for high-frequency signal processing that operates independently of the main PLC CPU scan cycle. This architecture ensures precise data acquisition even in high-speed applications, preventing the loss of pulses that can occur during standard scan delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve (12) positive logic inputs supporting 5 VDC or 10-30 VDC signal ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour (4) positive logic outputs with flexible voltage ratings (10-30 VDC at 500 mA or 4.75-6 VDC at 20 mA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum pulse count rate of 200 kHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable input filtering (2.5 microseconds or 12.5 milliseconds) to mitigate high-frequency noise and contact bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindowing functionality to validate strobe inputs within specific counter ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent processing capability for real-time motion and process control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IC693APU300 is suitable for industrial environments requiring precise pulse-based monitoring and control, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow metering and totalizing for turbine flowmeters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelocity and speed measurement for rotating equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial handling and conveyor synchronization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion control applications such as injection molding and cut-to-length machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegistration control in printing and winding equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC693APU300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 (Positive Logic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 (Positive Logic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Count Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mA at 5 VDC (from backplane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-30 VDC or 4.75-6 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Series 90-30 range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the PLC baseplate power is disconnected before inserting or removing the module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe module occupies a single I\/O slot on the Series 90-30 baseplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded cabling for high-frequency input signals to minimize EMI interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly ground the module and associated field wiring to the system common to prevent ground loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that input voltage levels (5V or 10-30V) match the specific field device requirements before wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary role of the IC693APU300?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt acts as a high-speed counter interface, offloading pulse-counting tasks from the CPU to ensure accurate measurement of high-frequency signals up to 200 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this module handle mixed signal voltages?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the module is designed to accept either 5 VDC or 10-30 VDC inputs, providing flexibility for various sensor types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the module require external power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe module draws 5 VDC from the backplane for internal operations, while the output channels require a user-supplied 10-30 VDC or 4.75-6 VDC power source.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51212849053948,"sku":"IC693APU300","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_2d6107b4-bd99-4008-ade9-e48a2319184c.jpg?v=1788228028","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-series-90-30-ic693apu300-high-speed-counter-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}