{"product_id":"general-electric-ic200mdl243-versamax-discrete-input-module","title":"General Electric IC200MDL243 VersaMax Discrete Input Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Electric IC200MDL243\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC200MDL243\u003c\/strong\u003e Discrete Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 120 VAC signal processing within VersaMax I\/O and Control System networks. The module interfaces up to 16 discrete AC field devices, transmitting state transitions across the carrier backplane to the CPU or Network Interface Unit (NIU) as a 16-bit data array. Featuring individual channel isolation rated at 250 VAC, it processes inputs across a 0 to 132 VAC range with a maximum response time of 1 cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC200MDL243\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 x 66.8 x 50.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mA from 5 VDC backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 VAC (0 to 132 VAC allowable range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn-State Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 to 132 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Load Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 mA per point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponse Time (On)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 cycle maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 Discrete AC Inputs (Individually Isolated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 VAC continuous (channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 point LEDs, 1 backplane status LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks \u0026amp; Backplane Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC200MDL243 interface utilizes high backplane bus communication velocity across VersaMax snap-in I\/O carriers. Direct backplane power extraction eliminates external module power supplies, while maintaining full signal synchronization when interfaced with deterministic networks via CPU or NIU communication heads. Advanced channel-to-channel galvanic isolation prevents ground loop interference across adjacent I\/O points, preserving I\/O density scaling and ensuring firmware flash compatibility during online carrier expansion and hot-swap cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the IC200MDL243 require an external DC or AC power supply for module logic?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The internal logic and backplane interface draw all required operating power (100 mA maximum at 5 VDC) directly from the VersaMax carrier backplane bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is hot-swapping supported for the IC200MDL243 during system operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module mounts on a VersaMax snap-in carrier base, which supports hot insertion and removal without disrupting field terminal wiring or backplane bus communication to adjacent modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the isolation capability between individual input points on the IC200MDL243?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Each of the 16 channels features individual continuous isolation rated at 250 VAC both point-to-point and point-to-frame ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrier Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the IC200MDL243 module housing with the mounting guides of the VersaMax snap-in carrier base. Press firmly until the latch mechanisms fully engage the backplane bus headers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField Wiring Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wire 120 VAC field inputs directly to the designated terminals on the carrier base. Verify that field supply voltages remain within the nominal 70 to 132 VAC operating window for ON-state detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding \u0026amp; Grounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the DIN-rail or mounting plate grounding path is continuous to maintain the 250 VAC isolation boundary between the field signals and system ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Route high-voltage AC input lines in separate conduits away from low-voltage DC bus lines and network cables to minimize inductive and capacitive coupling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot-Insertion Verification\u003c\/strong\u003e: When replacing a module while the rack is energized, verify that the replacement module matches the catalog part number before seating it onto the active carrier base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43791471870042,"sku":"IC200MDL243","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IC200MDL243.png?v=1785981908","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/es\/products\/general-electric-ic200mdl243-versamax-discrete-input-module","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}