GE IC693DSM302-AE

Description

Detailed Parameter Table

Product Introduction

The GE IC693DSM302-AE is a high-performance relay output module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 programmable logic controller (PLC) system. As a critical component in industrial automation, this module serves as the interface between the PLC’s processing unit and field devices, converting digital control signals into actionable outputs to drive external equipment.

Equipped with 8 independent relay channels, the IC693DSM302-AE offers flexible control over a variety of industrial devices such as motors, valves, solenoids, and indicator lights. Its ability to handle both 120 VAC and 24 VDC loads makes it adaptable to diverse electrical systems commonly found in manufacturing and process environments. By integrating seamlessly with the Series 90-30 PLC platform, the IC693DSM302-AE ensures reliable signal transmission and precise control, forming the backbone of efficient automation workflows.

Core Advantages and Technical Highlights

Versatile voltage compatibility: The GE IC693DSM302-AE supports both 120 VAC and 24 VDC outputs, eliminating the need for separate modules for different voltage requirements. This flexibility simplifies system design in facilities with mixed electrical infrastructure, such as automotive plants where AC motors and DC solenoids often coexist. It reduces inventory complexity by serving multiple load types with a single module.

Robust relay performance: Each channel of the IC693DSM302-AE delivers 2 A continuous current with 10 A inrush capability, making it suitable for driving inductive loads like contactors and motor starters. The relays provide reliable switching with minimal contact bounce, ensuring stable operation even in high-cycle applications such as packaging machinery that requires thousands of operations per hour.

Enhanced isolation: Featuring channel-to-channel and channel-to-backplane isolation, the IC693DSM302-AE protects the PLC system from electrical noise and voltage transients generated by heavy industrial loads. This isolation is critical in environments like steel mills or welding facilities, where electromagnetic interference can disrupt sensitive control electronics, ensuring uninterrupted operation of the automation system.

Seamless Series 90-30 integration: Designed specifically for the Series 90-30 platform, the IC693DSM302-AE communicates flawlessly with the PLC’s CPU without compatibility issues. It leverages the platform’s diagnostic capabilities, providing real-time status updates on channel health, which simplifies troubleshooting and reduces downtime in critical processes like pharmaceutical batch production.

GE IC693DSM302-AE

Typical Application Scenarios

Manufacturing automation: In a food and beverage bottling plant, the GE IC693DSM302-AE controls various equipment throughout the production line. It activates 24 VDC solenoid valves that regulate liquid flow into bottles and switches 120 VAC conveyors that transport bottles between stations. The module’s 8 channels can independently control filling nozzles, capping machines, and label applicators, ensuring precise coordination of each production step. Its robust design withstands the washdown environments common in food processing facilities.

Material handling systems: In warehouse automation, the IC693DSM302-AE manages conveyor sections, sorting gates, and stacking mechanisms. It controls 120 VAC motor contactors for main conveyors while operating 24 VDC solenoids for divert gates that route packages to different destinations. The module’s isolation features prevent electrical interference from affecting barcode scanners and vision systems, maintaining accurate package tracking and sorting.

Water treatment facilities: The IC693DSM302-AE plays a key role in controlling pumps, valves, and chemical dosing systems. It activates 24 VDC solenoid valves for precise chemical injection and switches 120 VAC motor starters for water transfer pumps. Its ability to handle inductive loads ensures reliable operation of the large valves used in filtration systems, while the isolation protects the PLC from voltage spikes caused by pump startups, ensuring continuous water treatment processes.

Related Model Recommendations

GE IC693DSM304: A 16-channel relay output module in the same Series 90-30 family as the IC693DSM302-AE, ideal for applications requiring more outputs, such as large-scale assembly lines.

GE IC693DOD332: A 16-channel discrete output module with transistor outputs instead of relays, offering faster switching for high-speed applications like electronics manufacturing, complementing the IC693DSM302-AE in mixed-speed systems.

GE IC693DSM314: A 4-channel high-power relay module that handles up to 5 A per channel, suitable for controlling larger motors or heaters alongside the IC693DSM302-AE in systems with varied load sizes.

GE IC693CPU364: The central processing unit for the Series 90-30 system, which communicates directly with the IC693DSM302-AE to execute control logic and monitor outputs.

GE IC693ALG220: An analog input module that works with the IC693DSM302-AE in process control applications, where analog sensor data (like temperature or pressure) determines when the output module activates devices.

GE IC693MDL645: A digital input module that provides status signals to the PLC, which then uses the IC693DSM302-AE to control corresponding outputs, forming a complete input-output control loop.

GE IC693PWR321: The power supply module for the Series 90-30 rack, providing the necessary power to the IC693DSM302-AE and other modules in the system.

Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance Instructions

Installation preparation: Before installing the GE IC693DSM302-AE, ensure the Series 90-30 rack is powered off. Verify the rack has an available slot and that the backplane connectors are clean and undamaged. Gather required tools: screwdrivers for terminal connections, wire strippers (for 14-22 AWG wires), and anti-static wristbands to protect the module from electrostatic discharge. Check that the load voltages match the module’s 120 VAC/24 VDC rating and that wiring is properly labeled to avoid incorrect connections.

Commissioning steps: Insert the IC693DSM302-AE into the vacant rack slot, ensuring it seats firmly on the backplane. Connect field devices to the terminal block using appropriate wire gauges—14 AWG for high-current loads, 22 AWG for low-current signals. Tighten terminal screws to 0.5-0.6 Nm torque. Power on the PLC system and use the programming software to configure the module’s address and output parameters. Test each channel by activating outputs sequentially and verifying device operation, checking for proper voltage at each terminal with a multimeter.

Maintenance suggestions: Regularly inspect the GE IC693DSM302-AE for loose connections or signs of overheating (discolored terminals or housing). Clean dust from the module and rack vents monthly to prevent thermal issues. Monitor PLC diagnostics for output faults, which indicate potential relay wear or wiring problems. Replace relays when contact resistance exceeds 100 mΩ (measured with a multimeter) to ensure reliable operation. Store spare IC693DSM302-AE modules in anti-static packaging in a dry environment (30-60% humidity) to maintain performance.

Service and Guarantee Commitment

GE stands behind the GE IC693DSM302-AE with a comprehensive warranty covering manufacturing defects for 18 months from the date of purchase. The company’s global technical support team provides expert assistance for installation, configuration, and troubleshooting via phone, email, and online portals.

Customers gain access to extensive resources, including detailed manuals, wiring diagrams, and software tools through GE’s industrial support website. For critical applications, GE offers optional extended warranty plans that include preventive maintenance checks. In the event of module failure, GE’s rapid replacement service ensures minimal downtime, with exchange units available in most regions. This commitment to support ensures the GE IC693DSM302-AE delivers consistent performance throughout its operational lifecycle, backed by a manufacturer with decades of expertise in industrial automation.