{"product_id":"ic697alg440-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-current-expander-module","title":"General Electric IC697ALG440 90-70 Series PLC 16-Channel Current Expander Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe General Electric IC697ALG440 is a 16-channel current input expander module designed for the Series 90-70 Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) platform. This module is engineered to extend the analog input capabilities of the system, allowing for the integration of 4-20 mA current loop signals. It must be utilized in conjunction with a compatible base converter module to form a complete analog input subsystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides 16 channels of 4-20 mA current loop input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports system expansion up to a maximum of 120 input channels when used with base converter and voltage expander modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts analog signals into digital data represented in 2's complement format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes integrated status indicator LEDs and module health diagnostic facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for seamless integration with the GE Series 90-70 VME backplane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess Monitoring: Captures and processes data from temperature, pressure, and flow sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing: Supports precise data acquisition for CNC and robotic control systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater and Power Facilities: Manages monitoring of flow, pressure, and chemical levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Automation: Suitable for complex signal processing in large-scale industrial and naval automation environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC697ALG440\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 to 20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/- 0.07% of full scale, +\/- 0.1% of value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpdate Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4 Amps (2 Watts) at +5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory set at 10 Volts +\/- 2 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the module is installed in the same rack as the associated base converter module, ideally in an adjacent slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse terminals 36 and 38 on the base converter module for analog expansion signal connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse terminals 37 and 39 for the differential data bus serial communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify signal polarity before completing wiring connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielded cabling is optional; if used, connect the shield ground to terminal 35.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways power down the rack before inserting or removing modules to prevent electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary function of the IC697ALG440?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IC697ALG440 is a 16-channel analog input expander module that allows the Series 90-70 PLC to accept 4-20 mA current loop signals by expanding the capacity of a base converter module.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this module be used independently?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the IC697ALG440 must be used with a base converter module (such as the IC697ALG230) to function as part of an analog input subsystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum number of inputs supported in this subsystem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe complete subsystem, using a mix of base converter and expander modules, can support up to 120 input channels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51002229489916,"sku":"IC697ALG440","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_20774723-b9ac-46a6-aeaa-196ca296629c.jpg?v=1787337564","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/ic697alg440-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-current-expander-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}