{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic697mdl940-series-90-70-relay-output-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC697MDL940 Series 90-70 Relay Output Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC697MDL940\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eIC697MDL940\u003c\/strong\u003e Relay output module utilized to execute discrete power switching operations across Series 90-70 platforms. Configured for routing control signals and power switching to external actuator loops, the unit establishes direct physical isolation between internal logic and field-side circuits. The device features a 16-channel array divided into eight individually isolated Form C channels and eight Form A channels segmented into two groups of four outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003eIC697MDL940\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc Emerson\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\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries 90-70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelay Output Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 (8 Form C individually isolated, 8 Form A in 2 groups of 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120\/240 VAC (47-63 Hz) or 5\/24\/125 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Load Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 A per module, 4 A per group, 2.0 A per point (voltage dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Load Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Leakage Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mA at 120 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Response Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ms (On \/ Off transition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 cycles per minute maximum (inductive load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480 VA (AC loads), 60 W (DC loads), 750 mA logic current draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver alloy, fixed coil, moving armature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 Ohm maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 A fuse per channel, snubber circuit (47 Ohm + 0.015 ufd)\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.00 lbs (0.91 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-slot VME width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity \u0026amp; Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating within the Series 90-70 VME standard architecture, the module execution speed relies directly on the backplane bus communication velocity and physical backplane interrupts. State transition data written from the CPU to the discrete output registers registers instantly at the physical interface. For deterministic networks such as Profinet or EtherNet\/IP running via local or remote rack adapters, the response latency is governed by the CPU scan times. Inductive switching limits are physically capped at 20 cycles per minute to minimize contact wear and heat generation, while internal RC snubber networks (47 Ohm resistor paired with a 0.015 ufd capacitor) suppress transient high-voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the Form C and Form A outputs on the IC697MDL940 be used to switch different voltage phases?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The eight Form C output channels are individually isolated, allowing them to switch different voltages or phases. The Form A channels are divided into two common groups of four and must share a common line voltage within their respective groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What action must be taken if a single output channel on the module fails to close?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IC697MDL940 contains internal, non-serviceable 3 A fuses for individual channel protection along with moving-armature contacts. If a short circuit occurs and the fuse blows, or if the silver alloy contacts reach their limit of electrical operations, the physical module must be serviced or replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the field wiring connector block is correctly aligned with the single-slot module guide rails prior to fully seating the terminal assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInductive Load Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e For heavy inductive loads operating near the maximum rating of 2.0 A, external flyback diodes (for DC circuits) or varistors (for AC circuits) are recommended to supplement the internal snubber circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route high-voltage AC load lines separately from low-voltage DC logic wires within the wire duct to prevent high-frequency inductive coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielding Termination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure all signal cabling shields are grounded only at one end, typically at the system entry cabinet ground bus, to prevent ground loop currents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43667824214106,"sku":"IC697MDL940","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IC697MDL940.png?v=1784253893","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic697mdl940-series-90-70-relay-output-module","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}