{"product_id":"ic693mdl330-discrete-ac-output-module-ge-fanuc","title":"IC693MDL330 Discrete AC Output Module GE Fanuc","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an 8-point high-current AC discrete output module engineered for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC architecture (manufactured by GE Intelligent Platforms \/ Emerson). Operating across an AC load voltage spectrum of 85 to 264 Vac (50\/60 Hz), the module is arranged into two isolated groups of four output channels each. Designed for switching high-inductance and resistive field loads, each output point on the \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e delivers up to 2 A continuous current with an active inrush capacity reaching 20 A peak per cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the internal common lines of the two output groups are not tied together, each group can operate on distinct power source phases or independent utility circuits while maintaining 1500 V field-to-logic opto-isolation. Each common circuit incorporates a 5 A protection fuse alongside individual RC snubber suppression networks across each output switch to absorb line transients and contact arc noise. The unit features dual LED status rows (A1–A8 green status lights) plus a dedicated red \"F\" diagnostic LED that alerts operators instantly upon fuse failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Isolated Common Groups:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 output points divided into two 4-channel groups allow mixed-phase or separate power source feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Inrush Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands up to 20 A peak inrush current per cycle (10x nominal rating) to drive heavy inductive solenoid and lighting loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated RC Snubber Networks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onboard suppression filters limit high-voltage transients caused by line switching and inductive load collapse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Fuse Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features individual 5 A fuses per group common to isolate load faults before backplane damage occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive LED Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 green logic-state LEDs (A1–A8) plus a central red \"F\" fuse-blown indicator speed up field troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Voltage Drop Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum output voltage drop is capped at 1.5 V at full load, maintaining stable terminal delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed mechanical, electrical, and performance parameters for the \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are structured below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"6\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ GE Intelligent Platforms (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/collections\/ge-series-90-30-series-90-70\"\u003eSeries 90-30 PLC\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number \u0026amp; Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (120\/240 Vac High-Current Output Card)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 output channels (2 isolated groups of 4 points)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 to 264 Vac @ 50\/60 Hz (Nominal rating: 120\/240 Vac)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 A maximum per point; 4.0 A maximum per group @ 40 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInrush Current Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 A maximum per cycle (10x rated continuous current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Load Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mA required to sustain active state switching conduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField-to-Logic Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 V opto-isolation between backplane and field side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup Protection Fuses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 A fuse per common group; front-panel blown fuse red LED (\"F\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransient Suppression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnboard RC snubber circuit across every output switch point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Diagnostics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Status LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 green LEDs (marked A1 to A8) indicating output state logic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFault Visual Indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 red LED (\"F\") illuminated when a group fuse opens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Equipment and Application Scenarios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect control of high-power AC contactors, motor starters, and heavy industrial solenoids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching plant incandescent illumination circuits and high-wattage indicator lamp arrays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-phase AC load management where Channel Group 1 and Channel Group 2 run on separate power grids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLegacy GE Series 90-30 system maintenance and replacement in processing, packaging, and material handling lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Capabilities and Operational Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e provides immediate visual feedback via its front-panel LED array. During normal operation, green LEDs A1 through A8 mirror logic commands sent from the CPU rack backplane. If an overcurrent event or field short occurs and opens a 5 A common line fuse, the central red \"F\" LED illuminates immediately. Technicians can diagnose line faults without meter probing by checking whether logic commands fail to produce output current across the corresponding 4-channel group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB's Insight \u0026amp; Field Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePay close attention to the minimum load current specification of 100 mA when engineering or replacing loads on the \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Because this AC output card uses solid-state switching elements with onboard RC snubbers, attempting to drive ultra-low-power loads (such as high-impedance interposing relays or micro-pilot lights under 100 mA) may cause leakage current through the snubber to keep the field device continuously energized or flickering when switched OFF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen operating in high ambient temperature panels (approaching 40 °C or above), remember that total continuous current per 4-point group is thermal-derated to 4.0 A total. Balancing heavy current loads across both isolated groups—rather than concentrating all high-amp loads onto a single common line—prevents nuisance thermal tripping and extends the operating lifespan of the internal output switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance, Shipping, and Warranty Terms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Original \u003cspan style=\"color: #d9534f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC693MDL330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e AC output module sealed in protective ESD packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully backed by a 12-month replacement warranty effective from the date of purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpress Global Courier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships within 24–48 hours using express DHL, FedEx, and UPS international services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Can DC power loads be connected directly to the output terminals of this Series 90-30 card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: No, this card is strictly engineered for AC load switching within the 85 to 264 Vac window and will not turn off or operate correctly on DC power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Is it permissible to connect Phase A power to Group 1 and Phase B power to Group 2 on the same card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: Yes, because the two group commons are electrically isolated, each 4-channel group can operate on completely distinct AC phases or separate supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: What causes a field pilot light to remain faintly illuminated when the output channel is switched OFF?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: Off-state leakage current passing through the onboard RC snubber circuit can illuminate low-current indicators that do not draw the required 100 mA minimum load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: What action should be taken if the red \"F\" light on the front panel turns ON?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: Inspect field wiring for short circuits or overloaded coils, then replace the open 5 A group common fuse located behind the module door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: How much inrush current can an individual output point handle during cold lamp starting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer: Each point can handle a peak inrush current up to 20 A per cycle to accommodate high initial current demands from incandescent lamps and solenoids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45014002630838,"sku":"IC693MDL330","price":113.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/IC693MDL330.jpg?v=1785145182","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/ic693mdl330-discrete-ac-output-module-ge-fanuc","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}