GE PACSystems RX3i IC694MDL916 16-Point Relay Output Module

Product Description

The IC694MDL916 relay output module from GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i series provides sixteen individually isolated Form A (Normally Open) relay outputs. Designed for flexible AC/DC switching, it supports a wide voltage range and robust isolation, making it suitable for industrial automation systems requiring reliable relay-based control.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: GE Fanuc Emerson

• Product Line: PACSystems RX3i

• Part Number: IC694MDL916

• Product Type: Relay Output Module

• Number of Channels: 16 isolated relay outputs

• Contact Form: Form A (Normally Open)

• Operating Voltage Range: 0–125 VDC / 5–250 VAC

• Nominal Output Voltage: 5/24/125 VDC; 120–240 VAC

• Output Current per Channel:

• Minimum: 10 mA

• Maximum: 4 A (5–250 VAC resistive/general purpose)

• Maximum: 4 A (5–30 VDC resistive)

• Maximum: 200 mA (125 VDC resistive)

• Pilot duty: 2 A per output (5–30 VDC, 5–250 VAC)

• Lamp load: 2 A per output (5–30 VDC, 5–250 VAC)

• Switching Current: 4 A maximum

• Switching Frequency: 20 cycles per minute maximum

• Response Time: ≤ 10 ms

• Relay Contact Life: 200,000–1,000,000 operations depending on load type

• Isolation (Field to Backplane & Frame Ground): 250 VAC continuous; 1500 VAC withstand for 1 minute

• Isolation (Point-to-Point): Yes

• Isolation (Group-to-Group): 250 VAC continuous; 1500 VAC withstand for 1 minute

• Backplane Current Draw: 300 mA at 5 VDC (all outputs ON); 150 mA at 24 VDC relay power (all outputs ON)

• Terminal Block Options: IC694TBB032 (box-style), IC694TBB132 (extended box-style), IC694TBS032 (spring-style), IC694TBS132 (extended spring-style)

• Installation: RX3i PACSystems PLC I/O slots

• Configuration Software: Proficy Machine Edition v5.5 SP2 or later

• Weight: 0.69 lbs (0.31 kg)

• Lifecycle Status: Active

Application Scenarios

• Industrial automation systems requiring AC/DC relay switching

• Applications needing isolated outputs for safety and reliability

• Environments where pilot duty and lamp load switching are common

FAQ

Q: How many relay outputs does this module provide?  A: 16 individually isolated Form A (Normally Open) relay outputs.

Q: What voltage ranges are supported?  A: 0–125 VDC and 5–250 VAC.

Q: What is the maximum switching current?  A: 4 Amps for resistive loads at 5–250 VAC or 5–30 VDC.

Q: What is the expected relay contact life?  A: Between 200,000 and 1,000,000 operations depending on voltage and load type.