Analog Input Module 8-Channel 15-Bit | GE IC200ALG261
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC200ALG261
Condition:New with Original Package
Product Type: Analog Input Modules
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC200ALG261 VersaMax Analog Input Module
Configured for precise analog voltage signal acquisition in VersaMax I/O structures, the GE Fanuc IC200ALG261 (IC200ALG261 Analog Input Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200ALG261 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Origin | United States |
| Weight | 0.11 kg (0.25 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard VersaMax Carrier Module |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Storage Temp | -40 to 85 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 200 mA @ 5 VDC |
| System Compatibility | VersaMax PLC CPU (Firmware v2.1 or higher) |
| Channel Count | 8 differential voltage channels |
| Input Signal Ranges | Software-configurable (+/-10 V, 0 to 10 V, +/-5 V) |
| A/D Conversion Resolution | 15-bit differential |
| Power Source | Direct backplane bus draw |
| Diagnostics | 1 Green OK status LED |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & I/O Density Scaling
The module scales 8 differential input channels across the VersaMax backplane bus to optimize data transfer rates during deterministic CPU scan cycles. Internal 15-bit A/D converters transform analog field voltages into scaled integer registers, which transit directly through the carrier base interface. Firmware flash compatibility ensures seamless backplane communication with CPU controllers running firmware version 2.1 or higher, maintaining data throughput without introducing signal conversion latencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the IC200ALG261 require an external 24 VDC field power supply for signal processing?
A: No, the module draws its operating power directly from the 5 VDC VersaMax backplane rail, consuming 200 mA during standard execution.
Q: How does the module handle differential voltage configuration across channels?
A: Software configuration defines the individual channel input ranges (+/-10 V, 0 to 10 V, or +/-5 V) directly within the PLC programming environment without requiring physical jumper changes.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mount the module onto a compatible VersaMax snap-in carrier base mounted on a grounded 35 mm DIN rail. Ensure main system power is turned off before seating the module to protect the backplane edge connector pins from electrical arcs. Route signal lines using shielded twisted-pair cables and connect cable shielding to a single grounding point on the enclosure backplate to prevent ground loops from degrading analog conversion precision.