Product Core Brief
- Model: IC200ALG326
- Brand: GE (General Electric / GE Fanuc)
- Series: VersaMax / PACSystems
- Core Function: Provides eight 13-bit analog current-sourcing outputs for driving field devices like control valves and VFDs.
- Product Type: Analog Output Module
- Key Specs: 8 Channels, 13-Bit Resolution, 4-20mA / 0-20mA Configurable
- Condition: New Original (New Surplus)
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module Type | Analog Current Output Module |
| Channel Count | 8 Single-End Channels |
| Resolution | 13-Bit |
| Output Range | 4-20 mA or 0-20 mA (Jumper Configurable) |
| Overrange Current | ~20.38 mA per channel |
| Field Power Requirement | External 18-30 VDC |
| Update Rate | 15 ms |
| System Compatibility | GE VersaMax / PACSystems PLC |
GE IC200ALG331
Product Introduction
Precise analog control is essential for regulating continuous processes in industrial automation. The is an 8-channel, 13-bit analog output module designed for the VersaMax and PACSystems PLC platforms. It provides reliable current-sourcing outputs to drive field actuators, ensuring accurate and responsive control in demanding environments.
A key feature of this module is its hardware-level configurability. Field engineers can easily set the output range (4-20mA or 0-20mA) and define the fault-safe state (hold last value or default to low end of range) using physical jumpers on the field terminals. This hardware-based configuration ensures that critical outputs default to a safe state even if backplane power or communication is interrupted, provided external field power remains uninterrupted.
Key Selling Points & Differentiators
- VersaMax & PACSystems Compatibility: Designed specifically for GE VersaMax and PACSystems PLC backplanes; not recommended for non-GE platforms due to proprietary bus architecture.
- Hardware-Configurable Fault Safety: Features jumper-selectable fail-safe modes (hold last state or drive to low end of range) during power loss or communication interruptions, ensuring process safety without relying on software.
- External Field Power Architecture: Utilizes an external 18-30 VDC power source for outputs, isolating field-side loads from the PLC backplane and preventing power supply overloads.
- Rigorous Live Bench Testing: Every unit undergoes a 24-hour continuous load test with full-scale current simulation and communication verification before shipping.
- New Surplus Availability: Factory-sealed condition with verified source traceability, bypassing typical OEM lead times for discontinued VersaMax hardware.
- Anti-Counterfeit Verification: Serial numbers are checked against manufacturer databases during incoming inspection to guarantee authenticity.
GE IC200ALG331
FAQ
The is designed for the VersaMax micro and nano PLC platforms, as well as PACSystems. However, always verify your specific backplane and CPU revision before ordering. Mixing incompatible module revisions can cause backplane communication or power delivery issues.
How do I configure the 4-20mA vs 0-20mA output range?
The output range is configured using a physical jumper wire on the field terminals. Refer to the VersaMax Analog Output Module User Manual (GFK-1504) for the exact jumper placement for 4-20mA and 0-20mA modes. This is a hardware setting, not a software parameter.
What happens to the outputs if the PLC loses power or communication?
The module’s behavior depends on the jumper configuration. If configured to “hold last state,” the outputs will maintain their final value. If configured to “default to low end,” outputs will drop to 0mA (or 4mA in 4-20mA mode). Note: External user-side field power must remain uninterrupted for the module to maintain this fail-safe state.
Do I need an external power supply for this module?
Yes. The requires an external DC power source (18-30 VDC) connected to the field terminals to drive the output loads. The PLC backplane only provides logic power for the module’s internal circuitry, not the field output current.
Is there a warranty on this new surplus unit?
Yes. All new surplus modules come with a standard 12-month functional warranty. If the unit fails during normal operation within that period, we provide a direct replacement. We also include our internal test report with every shipment so you can verify the 24-hour load test and output accuracy results before installation.
