Product Details
Product Description
The IC694MDL940 relay output module from GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i series is designed to provide flexible AC/DC switching capabilities for industrial automation systems. With individually isolated outputs, robust isolation ratings, and long relay contact life, this module ensures reliable performance in demanding control environments.
Technical Specifications
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Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Product Line: PACSystems RX3i
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Part Number: IC694MDL940
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Product Type: Relay Output Module
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Condition: New / Never Used Surplus
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Number of Channels: 8 relay outputs
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I/O Capacity: 16 individually isolated Normally Open (Form A) contacts
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Groups: 4 groups of 4 outputs each
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Operating Voltage: 5–30 VDC or 5–250 VAC (50/60 Hz)
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Rated Voltage: 24 VDC; 120/240 VAC
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Switching Current: 2 A maximum per output point
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Maximum Load: 2 A pilot duty per output; 4 A maximum per common
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Inrush Current Rating: 5 A
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Response Time: ≤ 15 ms
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Minimum Load: 10 mA
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Isolation: 250 VAC continuous; 1500 VAC withstand for 1 minute (field to backplane and frame ground)
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Point-to-Point Isolation: Yes
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Relay Contact Life: 100,000–1,000,000 operations depending on voltage and load type
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Backplane Current Draw: 7 mA from 5 V bus (all outputs ON); 135 mA from 24 V relay bus (all outputs ON)
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LED Indicators: 32 individually numbered LEDs for status monitoring
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Location: PACSystems RX3i PLC I/O slots
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Weight: 0.37 kg
Application Scenarios
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Industrial control systems requiring AC/DC relay switching
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Applications needing isolated outputs for safety and reliability
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Environments where long relay contact life and diagnostic LEDs are essential
FAQ
Q: How many outputs are available on this module? A: 8 relay channels, with 16 isolated Normally Open contacts.
Q: What voltage ranges are supported? A: 5–30 VDC and 5–250 VAC at 50/60 Hz.
Q: What is the maximum load per output? A: 2 Amps pilot duty per output, with 4 Amps maximum per common.
Q: Does the module provide isolation? A: Yes, 250 VAC continuous isolation and 1500 VAC withstand for 1 minute.
Q: What is the expected relay contact life? A: Between 100,000 and 1,000,000 operations depending on voltage and load type.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
- 30-Day Refund Guarantee: Return any in-stock item within 30 days in original, unopened packaging for a full refund (excluding shipping and fees).
- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
Tech & Buying Guide
Mastering Wire Identification in Industrial Automation: The Power of Ferrules and Cross-Ferruling
Proper wire labeling forms the cornerstone of reliable control system installation and long-term maintenance. In complex industrial automation environments, technicians terminate thousands of conductor ends inside control panels, marshalling racks, and field junction boxes. Ferrules serve as individual tube-shaped sleeve markers slipped onto conductors before final termination. While technicians historically relied on pre-printed individual letter rings, modern control panel builders utilize automated ferrule printing machines. These thermal-transfer printers generate durable, single-sleeve heat-shrink tags directly matching approved wiring schematics, significantly accelerating cabinet assembly workflows.
Understanding Marshalling Cabinets in Industrial Automation and Control Systems
Marshalling cabinets serve as the crucial connection hub between field instruments and centralized processing units. In large DCS and PLC control system architectures, hundreds of multipair field cables run from local junction boxes to the central instrument equipment room. The marshalling cabinet houses field terminal blocks, surge arresters, intrinsic safety isolation barriers, and interposing relays. By segregating field field-wiring terminations from sensitive processor hardware, engineers protect expensive controller backplanes from high-voltage transients. Consequently, this modular separation dramatically streamlines maintenance workflows and simplifies system expansion.
Essential Best Practices for PLC Wiring and Installation in Industrial Automation
Successful control system deployment begins with thoroughly reviewing manufacturer technical documentation. Controllers from major brands like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Schneider Electric feature unique terminal layouts. Engineers must verify voltage requirements before connecting power cables to prevent catastrophic equipment damage. Standard line connections require strict adherence to regional electrical codes and proper wire color coding. Furthermore, panel builders should always establish a robust low-impedance ground connection using at least 16-AWG copper conductor tied directly to the main plant grounding grid.