{"product_id":"ic200alg262-ge-fanuc-versamax-8-channel-current-input-module","title":"IC200ALG262 GE Fanuc VersaMax 8-Channel Current Input Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIC200ALG262 | GE Fanuc VersaMax 8-Channel Analog Current Input Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIC200ALG262\u003c\/strong\u003e is an eight-channel analog current input module in the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc VersaMax I\/O platform\u003c\/strong\u003e, now associated with Emerson Automation. It acquires industrial current signals and provides digital input data for processing by a compatible VersaMax CPU or Network Interface Unit (NIU).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e15-bit converter resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, a maximum update rate of \u003cstrong\u003e7.5 ms\u003c\/strong\u003e, and selectable 0–20 mA or 4–20 mA operation, this module supports multi-point process measurement in distributed control and PLC applications. Its electronics draw power from the backplane, while field transceivers may require a separate external supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance: What Matters for Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngineering factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIC200ALG262 capability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy it matters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 current input channels in one group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllows multiple current signals to enter one VersaMax I\/O module.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–20 mA or 0–20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe terminal-carrier jumper selects the applicable input range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-bit ADC resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports fine digital representation of analog input values.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpdate rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 ms maximum, as specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelevant when checking the response requirements of the control application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel diagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-wire detection in 4–20 mA mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps identify a broken field-current loop when configured for that range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC bus, up to 200 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInclude the module's current draw in the rack power budget.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer \/ brand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc; VersaMax products are now associated with Emerson Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC200ALG262\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/collections\/ge-versamax\"\u003eVersaMax I\/O\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog current input module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput arrangement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential, one group of eight channels, according to the supplied module description\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent input ranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–20 mA or 4–20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConverter resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 µA for 4–20 mA; 0.625 µA for 0–20 mA, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpdate rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 ms maximum, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Ω, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon-mode range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e−10 V to +10 V, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon-mode rejection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 dB, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum current draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mA from the +5 V bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField-side power-loss reporting and open-wire detection in 4–20 mA mode, as supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied material also lists a −10 V to +10 V range, but its context is not fully clear. The IC200ALG262 is described primarily as a current input module, so verify the official manual before treating that voltage range as a directly supported input signal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRange Configuration: Jumper Logic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terminal-carrier jumper determines which current range the module uses. Check the actual carrier wiring before applying field signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTerminal-carrier configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelected input range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiagnostic implication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo jumper installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-wire detection is available in this mode, according to the supplied description.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJumper installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not assume the same open-wire diagnostic behavior as 4–20 mA mode.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommissioning rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the selected range before scaling the PLC tags or testing the transmitter loop. A range mismatch can cause incorrect engineering-unit values and misleading low-current readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring and Power Architecture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule power:\u003c\/strong\u003e The module receives its operating power from the VersaMax backplane's +5 V bus. The supplied specification lists a maximum draw of 200 mA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField-device power:\u003c\/strong\u003e The module does not require a separate external supply for its own backplane-powered operation. Field transmitters or transceivers may still require an external power source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use shielded twisted-pair cable for analog input wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground the shield at the source device when the installation permits. If source-side grounding is not possible, the supplied guidance allows grounding at the I\/O module through the auxiliary I\/O terminal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional shield connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a suitable auxiliary I\/O terminal or terminal strip where the installation requires extra connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-installation inspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the module, carrier, terminals, and connectors for physical damage before installation. Do not energize damaged hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the official wiring diagram for the exact carrier and module revision. Do not assume that every field device uses the same loop-power arrangement or terminal assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Equipment and Application Scenarios\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExample signal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntegration consideration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure monitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–20 mA pressure transmitter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirm transmitter loop power, range, and engineering-unit scaling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow and level measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent-output flowmeter or level transmitter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVerify the output range and response requirements before assigning the PLC channel.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature and process analyzers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConditioned current output from a compatible instrument\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck whether the instrument uses 0–20 mA or 4–20 mA operation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVFD feedback monitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent signal representing speed or process feedback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirm the feedback output is a compatible current signal rather than a voltage output.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition and actuator feedback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent output from a compatible position transducer or signal conditioner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVerify signal direction, range, isolation requirements, and scaling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote I\/O process acquisition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple analog current signals within one VersaMax I\/O group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck CPU or NIU compatibility, rack power budget, and configuration software requirements.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is intended for compatible VersaMax control architectures. Before replacing an installed unit, verify the CPU or NIU type, firmware requirements, configuration software, terminal carrier, and field wiring. The supplied material references VersaPro version 2.0 or later, VersaMax PLC CPU firmware 2.10 or later, and Ethernet NIU firmware 1.10 or later; confirm these requirements against the official documentation for the specific hardware revision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiagnostic Workflow: From Field Loop to PLC Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObserved symptom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePotential cause\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel reads zero or stays near the lower limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen loop, missing transmitter power, incorrect range selection, or reversed wiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVerify loop current with an appropriate meter, confirm the transmitter supply, and check the carrier jumper setting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-wire fault appears unexpectedly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroken field wiring, loose terminal, or operation in an unexpected input range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInspect the loop and confirm that the module is configured for 4–20 mA if relying on open-wire detection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll channels are unavailable or data appears invalid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane power issue, carrier connection problem, or CPU\/NIU configuration fault\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the module's OK indication, backplane seating, rack power, and controller diagnostics.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasured current is correct but PLC engineering values are wrong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncorrect scaling, wrong range selection, or mismatched channel configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompare the raw input word with the configured range and verify the PLC scaling calculation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReadings fluctuate with nearby equipment switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding, grounding, cable routing, or electrical interference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInspect twisted-pair wiring, shield termination, cable separation, and the installation grounding plan.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeveral channels fail together\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShared field supply, common wiring point, carrier connection, or group-level configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBecause the channels are arranged in one group, inspect shared wiring and supply conditions as well as individual loops.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField diagnostic sequence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with the module's OK LED and controller fault records. Then verify the field transmitter's supply, measure the loop current, inspect terminal-carrier jumper selection, and compare raw input values with PLC scaling. If several channels fail simultaneously, investigate shared wiring and backplane conditions before replacing the module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB's Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen troubleshooting the IC200ALG262, the most useful first distinction is whether the fault affects one channel or the entire input group. A single-channel issue often points toward the transmitter, field wiring, or terminal connection. Multiple-channel problems make shared field power, carrier connections, backplane supply, and configuration worth checking early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the range before calibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 4–20 mA channel and a 0–20 mA channel do not use the same engineering interpretation at the lower end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not overinterpret open-wire diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied specification associates open-wire detection with 4–20 mA mode. Validate the behavior before using it in an alarm strategy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBudget backplane power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Include the module's maximum 200 mA draw from the +5 V bus in the rack calculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate field power from module power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backplane-powered module electronics do not eliminate the need to power field transmitters when their circuit design requires it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck compatibility beyond the model number:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the CPU or NIU, firmware, configuration software, carrier, and terminal wiring before planning a replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB helps industrial automation buyers review part-number identity, system compatibility, and application requirements when sourcing VersaMax I\/O hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty and Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New, original item, subject to order confirmation and availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-month warranty against qualifying product defects, subject to applicable sales terms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e FedEx, UPS, and DHL, subject to destination and service availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the exact part number, required quantity, destination, and any applicable export or documentation requirements before dispatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. How can I determine whether the IC200ALG262 is the correct replacement for my existing VersaMax module?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the full part number, terminal carrier, CPU or NIU model, firmware, configuration software, input range, and channel wiring. Do not rely only on the physical fit or the phrase “analog input module,” because modules within one I\/O family can have different signal types and configuration requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Why does a 4–20 mA transmitter show a plausible value but still trigger an open-wire or range-related alarm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the carrier jumper first, then verify the transmitter's configured range and the PLC's raw-to-engineering scaling. The module's open-wire detection is specified for 4–20 mA mode, so an incorrect jumper configuration can undermine expected diagnostic behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Can I power all field transmitters directly from the IC200ALG262?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not assume so. The module draws operating power from the backplane, but the supplied description states that field transceivers require an external source. Check each transmitter's loop-power requirements and design the field supply separately where necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. What should I investigate if all eight channels begin reading incorrectly after maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with shared causes: confirm the module is seated correctly, inspect the terminal carrier, verify backplane power and controller diagnostics, and check whether the jumper or shared field supply changed. If the problem affects all channels at once, avoid replacing individual transmitters until group-level causes have been excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Is 15-bit resolution the same as measurement accuracy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Resolution describes the digital granularity of the conversion, while accuracy also depends on the module's conversion performance, field transmitter, wiring, noise, and scaling. Do not infer a complete system accuracy specification from the 15-bit figure alone; consult the official module manual for accuracy and calibration limits.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45013999943862,"sku":"IC200ALG262","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/IC200ALG262-1.jpg?v=1792051627","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/ic200alg262-ge-fanuc-versamax-8-channel-current-input-module","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}