{"product_id":"ic694mdl231-emerson-rx3i-8-channel-240vac-input-module","title":"IC694MDL231 Emerson RX3i 8-Channel 240VAC Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC694MDL231\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprovides 8 isolated input points for sensing high-voltage AC signals. Operating at a nominal 240 VAC, this module interface bridges field-side power circuits with the logic-level processing of the PACSystems RX3i or Series 90-30 platforms. Each point features individual electrical isolation, preventing ground loops and protecting the PLC backplane from catastrophic voltage surges. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring industrial-grade performance for utility control, heavy manufacturing, and infrastructure monitoring.\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\u003eParameter\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscrete Input Module (Isolated)\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\u003e240 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoint-to-Point and Point-to-Logic\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\u003e0 to 264 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e47 Hz to 63 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 mA (Typical) at 240 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn-Response Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 ms (Typical)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff-Response Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45 ms (Typical)\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\u003e60 mA @ 5VDC from Backplane\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\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\u003eTrue Point-to-Point Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike common-header modules, the IC694MDL231 isolates each of the 8 points from one another. This allows you to monitor signals from different power phases or independent sources on the same module without risk of cross-phase shorts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Noise Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module incorporates internal filtering circuitry to reject high-frequency noise and transients commonly found in motor control centers (MCC) and utility substations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Backplane Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith an isolation rating of 1500V, the module acts as a physical barrier. It safeguards the expensive CPU and communication processors against field-side faults or lightning-induced surges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFront-panel LED indicators provide real-time status for each input point. Technicians can instantly verify field signal presence without using a multimeter, reducing downtime during troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Platform Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module fits both the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePACSystems RX3i\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Universal Backplane) and the legacy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries 90-30\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eracks, providing a seamless path for system modernization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Can I use the IC694MDL231 for DC input signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This module is specifically designed for 240 VAC signals. For DC applications, you must select a DC-rated input module (such as the IC694MDL645) to ensure correct threshold detection and prevent hardware damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Does this module require an external power supply for the inputs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module draws its logic power from the PLC backplane. However, the sensing current for the input points must come from the 240 VAC field devices or the external AC power source being monitored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What is the benefit of isolated points over non-isolated points?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsolated points allow you to connect inputs that do not share a common neutral or return wire. This is critical for systems interfacing with multiple power distribution panels or different phases of a three-phase system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. 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