{"product_id":"ic670mdl640-ge-field-control-i-o-sinking-sourcing-input-module","title":"IC670MDL640 GE Field Control I\/O | Sinking Sourcing Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC670MDL640\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprovides high-density data acquisition for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField Control I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eseries. This 16-point discrete input module monitors 24VDC signals from industrial field devices, including limit switches, proximity sensors, and pilot lights. It integrates directly into distributed control networks via the Bus Interface Unit (BIU). We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your automated systems benefit from factory-fresh circuitry and full manufacturer-spec isolation.\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\u003eSpecification Details\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)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIC670MDL640\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscrete DC Input (16 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Logic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinking or Sourcing (Positive\/Negative Logic)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 to 30 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn-state Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 to 30 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff-state Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 to 5 VDC\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\u003e3k Ohms (Typical)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 ms typical (10 ms maximum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1500 VAC (1 minute)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75 mA from BIU Backplane\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\u003eBipolar Logic Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe IC670MDL640 supports both sinking and sourcing wiring configurations. This dual-logic capability allows engineers to interface with a wide variety of field sensors (NPN or PNP) using a single module type, significantly reducing the complexity of spare parts inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Integrity Galvanic Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAn onboard isolation barrier withstands up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1500 VAC\u003c\/strong\u003e. This protection intercepts field-side electrical noise, surges, and transients, preventing them from propagating into the Bus Interface Unit or the central CPU. This ensures high-speed logic processing remains uninterrupted in high-EMI environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Signal Filtering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module incorporates digital filtering with a 6 ms response time. This hardware-level filtering eliminates \"contact bounce\" from mechanical switches, ensuring the PLC receives clean, deterministic state changes without requiring additional software debounce logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Architecture Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for the Field Control I\/O system, the IC670MDL640 allows for decentralized I\/O placement. By mounting the module closer to the field devices, you reduce expensive cable runs and simplify site troubleshooting via local LED diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Thermal Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module operates efficiently up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+60°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout the need for dedicated cooling fans. Its low internal power draw (75 mA) minimizes heat buildup in crowded electrical cabinets, extending the operational life of the internal components.\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\u003eHow do I configure the IC670MDL640 for sinking vs. sourcing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module handles logic polarity based on how you wire the common terminal. Connecting the common to the negative DC rail enables sourcing (positive logic), while connecting it to the positive rail enables sinking (negative logic).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace an IC670MDL640 while the system is under power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Field Control system generally supports hot-insertion of modules into a powered Bus Interface Unit (BIU), but you must verify that your specific BIU and local safety protocols allow for live maintenance to avoid process disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if the input voltage exceeds 30VDC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is rated for a maximum of 30VDC. Exceeding this threshold may lead to thermal damage of the input optocouplers. Always ensure your power supply is regulated to prevent overvoltage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is \"Brand New\" condition vital for discrete input modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscrete input modules are the front line of your control system. Used or refurbished units often suffer from degraded optoisolators or weakened terminal connectors due to years of field vibration and heat. 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