IC694TBS032 GE PACSystems RX3i 36-Pin Spring Terminal Block
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC694TBS032
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Terminal Blocks
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC694TBS032 PACSystems RX3i Terminal Block
The GE Fanuc IC694TBS032, also cataloged as the IC694TBS032 Spring-Style Terminal Block, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-density field wiring interface termination within PACSystems RX3i and Series 90-30 platforms. This 36-pin accessory accepts wire gauges from 28 AWG to 14 AWG, routing discrete I/O signals directly to high-density module front connectors.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC694TBS032 |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.50 lbs (0.23 kg) |
| Dimensions | High-Density 36-Pin I/O Form Factor |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 40 deg C |
| Storage Temp | 0 to 40 deg C |
| Operating Humidity | 80% non-condensing |
| Power Consumption | Passive physical interlock (0 W) |
| Connection Type | Tool-less spring clamp |
| Pin Count | 36 pins |
| Wire Gauge Range | 28 AWG to 14 AWG |
| Strip Wire Length | 0.31 inches (8 mm) |
| Module Compatibility | PACSystems RX3i and Series 90-30 32-point I/O modules |
| Insulation Voltage | Matches host module isolation (1500 VAC field-to-logic) |
| Mechanical Retention | Red terminal block latching tab |
Brand-Specific Hardware Architecture
The backplane bus communication velocity and logic scanning routines demand continuous physical contact stability across high-vibration control cabinets. The spring-clamp connection system provides constant mechanical tension against inserted conductors, suppressing thermal expansion drift and field-side electrical contact noise. Direct mechanical engagement with the host module interface pins ensures low-impedance signal continuity without adding latency to high-density digital backplane sampling cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can field technicians insert or remove the IC694TBS032 terminal block while the PLC rack is energized?
A: Field maintenance teams must isolate all 24 VDC external field power sources and verify backplane power state before engaging or disengaging the terminal assembly to prevent transient signal bridging across adjacent pins.
Q: What tool is required to terminate field conductors into the spring-clamp terminals?
A: The spring-clamp mechanism accepts direct wire insertion for solid conductors or ferruled wires; standard stranded conductors require depressing the release tab using a standard 2.5 mm flat-blade screwdriver to seat the wire safely.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mounting the IC694TBS032 requires aligning the bottom hinge hooks with the host module frame, pivoting the assembly upward until the red latching mechanism clicks firmly into the top retaining slot. Verify that the red lock indicator engages completely to prevent accidental disconnection during operation.
Strip all field conductors to exactly 0.31 inches (8 mm) prior to insertion to avoid exposed live copper or incomplete spring-jaw contact. Route field wire bundles vertically along the wiring duct, maintaining a minimum 6-inch clearance from high-voltage AC cables. Apply single-point shielding termination at the panel entry ground bus to prevent ground loop noise from coupling into low-voltage field inputs.