{"product_id":"ge-ic200alg261-10vdc-differential-analog-input-15-bit","title":"GE IC200ALG261 ±10VDC Differential Analog Input 15-Bit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC200ALG261\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a high-precision interface for industrial sensors, providing eight differential analog input channels for the VersaMax PLC platform. This module specializes in measuring voltage signals within the ±10VDC range, utilizing high-resolution conversion to translate process variables into actionable data. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your control system maintains superior signal fidelity and long-term stability in demanding process environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Differential Inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-10 to +10 Volts DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-Bit \/ 16-Bit (0.3125 mV per LSB)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpdate Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.5 milliseconds (all channels)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026gt; 100 Ohms (Minimum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,500 VAC (Channel-to-Backplane)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5V DC (Consumes 200mA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Green \"OK\" LED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShielded Twisted Pair (STP) Recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnaps onto VersaMax I\/O Carriers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Signal Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe IC200ALG261 provides up to 15-bit (plus sign) resolution, allowing the PLC to detect minute voltage fluctuations as small as 0.3125 mV. This precision proves vital for applications like chemical dosing, precision tension control, and sophisticated laboratory monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Noise Rejection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy utilizing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferential Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, this module effectively cancels out common-mode noise often found in long cable runs or electrically noisy factory environments. This ensures the CPU receives the \"true\" signal rather than electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Process Updates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA total module update rate of 7.5ms enables the controller to respond quickly to dynamic process changes. This speed supports real-time closed-loop control for fast-moving machinery and critical safety limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Electrical Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module provides 1,500 VAC isolation between the field-side inputs and the backplane logic. This barrier protects the expensive CPU and other rack modules from high-voltage transients or ground loops occurring at the sensor level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Field Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAn integrated \"OK\" LED offers immediate visual confirmation of module health. The module communicates specific fault conditions (such as loss of backplane power) to the CPU, streamlining the troubleshooting process for maintenance teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the advantage of the IC200ALG261 over a single-ended analog module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC200ALG261 uses differential wiring, which requires two leads per signal (plus a shield). This configuration suppresses electrical noise that affects both wires equally, making it significantly more reliable than single-ended modules in heavy industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the IC200ALG261 for 4-20mA current loops?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC200ALG261 is primarily a voltage input module (±10V). 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