GE Fanuc IC693MDL940F

Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC693MDL940F is a 16-point relay output module designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC platform. It provides relay-based switching for industrial field devices and supports both AC and DC loads, making it a flexible choice for machine control and factory automation applications. The IC693MDL940 family is documented as a 16-point normally open relay output module with a maximum rating of 2 A per output.

The module is particularly useful in existing Series 90-30 installations where reliable discrete output control is required. Its relay contacts allow the PLC to control a variety of external devices while maintaining electrical separation between the field side and PLC logic.

Key Specifications

Parameter	IC693MDL940F
Manufacturer	GE Fanuc
PLC Family	Series 90-30
Part Number	IC693MDL940F
Module Type	Relay Output Module
Number of Outputs	16
Contact Type	Normally Open, Form A
Maximum Current	2 A per output
Maximum Current per Common	4 A
DC Operating Range	5 to 30 VDC
AC Operating Range	5 to 250 VAC
Rated AC Voltage	120/240 VAC
AC Frequency	50/60 Hz
Minimum Load	10 mA
Maximum Inrush Current	5 A
On Response	15 ms maximum
Off Response	15 ms maximum
Field-to-Logic Isolation	1500 VAC
Group-to-Group Isolation	500 VAC

The IC693MDL940 specification identifies four groups of four outputs, with 2 A maximum pilot-duty current per output and 4 A maximum per common.

Relay Output Design

The IC693MDL940F uses relay contacts rather than transistor switching. This allows the module to handle a wider range of AC and DC field loads than many dedicated solid-state output modules.

The 16 outputs can be used for applications involving:

• Solenoid valves
• Motor starters
• Contactors
• Indicator lamps
• Alarm circuits
• Interposing relays
• Machine actuators
• Other discrete AC/DC loads

The outputs are arranged in groups, simplifying field wiring and allowing different load circuits to be managed within the same Series 90-30 module. The relay architecture also provides a straightforward interface between PLC logic and external equipment.

Application Areas

The GE Fanuc IC693MDL940F is suitable for a wide range of industrial automation systems based on the Series 90-30 platform. Typical applications include:

• Manufacturing machinery
• Packaging systems
• Conveyor and material-handling equipment
• Machine tools
• Process-control equipment
• Motor control panels
• Production-line automation
• Industrial equipment monitoring and control

Its 16-point configuration provides a relatively high output density for a single Series 90-30 I/O slot, which can help reduce the number of separate output modules required in a control cabinet.

Installation and Maintenance

The IC693MDL940F is designed for installation in the I/O slots of a compatible Series 90-30 PLC baseplate. GE documentation indicates that the IC693MDL940 module can be installed in I/O slots of 5-slot and 10-slot Series 90-30 baseplates.

When replacing the module, maintenance personnel should:

1. Confirm the complete part number IC693MDL940F.
2. Verify the Series 90-30 PLC configuration.
3. Check the field voltage before connecting loads.
4. Confirm the common-terminal wiring.
5. Inspect the terminal block and wiring for damage.
6. Check relay contacts for signs of excessive wear or overheating.
7. Verify that connected loads remain within the specified current limits.
8. Perform an output test through the PLC program after installation.

Because relay outputs are mechanical switching devices, contact wear should be considered when troubleshooting intermittent output behavior. External protection may also be appropriate for inductive loads depending on the application.

Replacement and Spare-Part Value

The GE Fanuc IC693MDL940F remains relevant for facilities maintaining legacy Series 90-30 PLC systems. Current industrial automation listings identify the exact IC693MDL940F as a 2 A, 16-point relay output module, confirming its continued availability through the industrial spare-parts market.

When sourcing a replacement, it is important to match the complete catalog number and revision because different Series 90-30 output modules may have different electrical characteristics.

We supply GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC spare parts, including relay output modules, digital I/O cards, CPUs, communication modules, power supplies, and other automation components.

For GE Fanuc IC693MDL940F, customers can contact us to confirm availability, condition, revision, compatibility, lead time, and quotation before ordering.