100% Genuine. 100,000+ Parts in Stock. Ready to Ship.

  • en

The GE IC693MDL740, also cataloged as the IC693MDL740 Discrete Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for sourcing current to connected electrical loads within Series 90-30 platforms. The 16-channel transistor interface routes binary control signals from the main chassis backplane to drive external DC loads via positive logic switching paths.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model IC693MDL740
Brand GE Fanuc Emerson
Origin USA
Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lbs)
Dimensions Single-slot Series 90-30 module profile
Operating Temp 0 to 60 deg C
Power Consumption 110 mA @ 5 VDC (backplane bus draw, all channels active)
Output Points 16 points (2 isolated groups of 8 channels)
Circuit Logic Type Sourcing (Positive logic polarity)
Nominal Output Voltage 12 / 24 VDC
Output Voltage Range 12 to 24 VDC (+20%, -15% ripple limits)
Current Rating per Channel 0.5 A maximum continuous load
Maximum Current per Common 2 A maximum continuous load
Peak Inrush Current 4.78 A for 10 ms
ON State Voltage Drop 1 VDC maximum
Off-State Leakage Current 1 mA maximum
Signal Propagation Delay 2 ms maximum (On and Off transitions)
Environmental Tolerance 5 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature -40 to 85 deg C

Industrial Control and Network Determinism

The IC693MDL740 interfaces directly with the central processing unit to regulate discrete states without impacting overall backplane bus communication velocity parameters. The 16-point sourcing architecture coordinates with localized Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, enabling reproducible execution loops and structured I/O density scaling profiles across 5-slot and 10-slot chassis assemblies. Integrated firmware flash compatibility guarantees immediate status register visibility, permitting real-time synchronization of the front-panel indicator matrix to reflect physical coil states without introducing processing jitter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the IC693MDL740 contain internal fuse networks to protect against field-side overcurrent conditions?

A: No. The IC693MDL740 does not feature internal short-circuit or overcurrent fusing. To protect the internal sourcing transistors from field faults, external inline fuses must be installed on each output group or point.

Q: How is the physical electrical load wired in reference to the sourcing polarity of this module?

A: Because this module utilizes positive logic sourcing circuitry, external output loads must be connected directly between the specific module output terminal and the negative DC power return bus.

Field Installation Guidelines

  • Backplane Power Allocation Verification: Confirm that the combined current draw of all installed modules from the 5 VDC rail does not exceed the power supply limits, allocating a maximum baseline of 110 mA for this card.
  • Chassis Alignment and Mechanical Seating: Insert the single-slot housing into any available I/O slot of a Series 90-30 baseplate except for Slot 1. Fasten the retention screws securely to prevent vibration-induced contact intermittent faults.
  • Inductive Transient Suppression: Install external suppression diodes or varistors directly across all inductive field devices, including contactors and solenoids, to mitigate counter-EMF spikes that could degrade the sourcing junctions.

What's clients say about us

Translation missing: en.general.search.loading