GE Fanuc IC200ALG328 VersaMax Analog Output Module
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC200ALG328
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 IC200ALG328 VersaMax Analog Output Module
The GE Fanuc IC200ALG328, also cataloged as the IC200ALG328 Analog Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for converting digital control logic into 12 channels of current signals within GE Fanuc VersaMax PLC backplane systems. The module translates 13-bit digital data into 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA continuous loops to drive downstream final control elements. Internal electronic isolation isolates field-side terminal disturbances from the main system logic, maintaining deterministic data processing without signal degradation across system interconnects.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200ALG328 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc / Emerson |
| Origin | USA / Assembled globally |
| Weight | 0.45 kg (1.00 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Standard VersaMax module footprint |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 550 mA max at 5 VDC (backplane current draw) |
| Voltage Range | 18 to 30 VDC |
| Output Channels | 12 single-ended channels |
| Output Signal Range | 0-20 mA / 4-20 mA |
| Signal Resolution | 13 bits |
| Module Update Rate | 15 ms maximum |
| Isolation Voltage | 250 VAC continuous; 1500 VAC for 1 minute |
| Status Indicators | 2 LED indicators |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & I/O Density Scaling
The IC200ALG328 module integrates directly into the VersaMax high-speed backplane structure, executing 13-bit digital-to-analog conversions with a total update rate latency below 15 ms across all 12 current loops. Designers scale channel density within standard rack layouts by exploiting the compact footprint of the module without overloading backplane power distribution budgets, which cap current draw at 550 mA at 5 VDC. The architecture maintains firmware flash compatibility across legacy GE Fanuc control systems and modern Emerson automation platforms, ensuring deterministic signal update intervals regardless of physical expansion node count.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What power parameters must the backplane supply to keep the module online?
A: The backplane must supply up to 550 mA at 5 VDC under maximum load conditions while maintaining the external field excitation voltage between 18 and 30 VDC.
Q: How does the module react if backplane communications fail or if an internal fault occurs?
A: The module features user-configurable output default states that allow each channel to hold its last known value or transition to a preset minimum or maximum mA current value to prevent unmanaged process upsets.
Field Installation Guidelines
Engineers must mount the module onto standard DIN-rail or VersaMax carrier structures before locking the mechanical retention clips. Connect the field wiring using clean 4-20 mA current loop wire pairs, separating signal lines from high-voltage AC conduits by a minimum clearance of 300 mm to prevent inductive coupling. Route the cable shield wires directly to a single-point low-impedance earth grounding bar, maintaining continuous coverage without forming ground loops. Verify that external loop power sources remain within the specified 18 to 30 VDC window under full output loading before powering up the rack assembly.