8 Channel Analog Output Module | IC200ALG326F GE VersaMax
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC200ALG326F
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Analog Output Modules
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC200ALG326F VersaMax Analog Output Module
Configured for precision signal output in VersaMax control networks, the GE Fanuc IC200ALG320E (IC200ALG320 Analog Output Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution. This hardware component translates 13-bit digital output values from the controller into precise analog voltage or current signals for industrial process control.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200ALG326F |
| Brand | GE Fanuc / Emerson |
| Origin | Refer to device label |
| Weight | 0.20 kg (0.44 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 120 mm x 90 mm x 40 mm |
| Operating Temp | 0 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | ~100 mA @ 5 VDC (backplane power) |
| Output Channels | 8 single-ended current-sourcing outputs |
| Signal Range | Jumper-selectable: 0–20 mA or 4–20 mA (also supports 0–10 VDC) |
| Resolution | 13-bit DAC |
| Accuracy | +/-0.3% of full scale |
| Update Rate | < 1 ms per channel |
| Field Power Requirement | 18–30 VDC (185 mA typical at full scale, 2 A max inrush) |
| Isolation | Channel-to-channel and bus isolation |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Firmware Flash Integration
The module communicates across the VersaMax backplane bus using high-velocity data transfer to synchronize analog updates directly with CPU scan cycles. With firmware flash compatibility across the VersaMax series, the internal 13-bit D/A conversion engine processes output registers within < 1 ms per channel. Built-in diagnostic feedback continually verifies field loop continuity to prevent backplane bus stalling during loop faults.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this module support hot-swapping during active system operation?
A: The module supports hot-swap functionality when installed on a compatible VersaMax carrier, enabling replacement without interrupting backplane power or CPU execution.
Q: What external power configuration is required to drive the 8 analog current channels?
A: The module requires an external field power supply of 18–30 VDC. While internal logic draws approximately 100 mA from the 5 VDC backplane bus, the field power supply must handle 185 mA typical at full scale and account for a 2 A maximum inrush current.
Q: How are the output current ranges switched between 0–20 mA and 4–20 mA?
A: Range selection is jumper-selectable or software-configurable within the VersaMax controller rack hardware configuration settings.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mount the module onto standard 35 mm DIN rails or direct panel-mount baseplates using the VersaMax carrier locking mechanisms.
- Route all 8 analog output wires using twisted, shielded pairs to eliminate high-frequency electromagnetic interference.
- Connect signal cable shielding to a single-point protective earth (PE) ground terminal at the cabinet entrance to prevent ground loops.
- Verify field power polarity and ensure the external supply delivers 18–30 VDC before enabling field sourcing loops.