The GE IC694PWR321 Power Supply Module power supply module engineered for GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i programmable logic controllers. It provides regulated DC power for the RX3i backplane, CPU, I/O cards, and related peripheral modules. Designed for industrial automation, this reliable unit supports a wide input range and delivers multiple outputs to meet the varied power requirements of RX3i systems.
Technical Specifications Specification Details Module Type Expansion Power Supply Module Compatible PLC Series GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i Nominal Rated Input Voltage 120/240 VAC or 125 VDC Input Voltage Range 85–264 VAC or 100–300 VDC Input Frequency 47–63 Hz (AC only) Output Channels Three isolated DC outputs +5 VDC Output Up to 15 W (≈ 3 A typical) +24 VDC Relay Output 15 W (≈ 0.8 A max) +24 VDC Isolated Output 20 W (for field devices or I/O modules) Total Output Power 30 Watts maximum (all outputs combined) Output Voltage Tolerance +5 VDC: ~5.0–5.2 V; +24 VDC relay: ~24–28 VDC; +24 VDC isolated: ~21.5–28 VDC Inrush Current ~4 A peak, 250 ms (AC) Isolation (Input–Backplane) 1500 VAC for 1 minute Indicators PWR (Power), OK (System), RUN (CPU) LEDs Mounting Installed in the leftmost slot of RX3i serial expansion backplanes Hot-Swap Capability Not supported (modules must be powered down before removal) Operating Temp. Industrial-grade 0 °C to +60 °C Dimensions (L×W×H) 100 × 50 × 120 mm (approx.) Weight ~0.54 kg (1.19 lb)
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Applications The IC694PWR321 power supply module is essential in RX3i PLC systems for providing stable and isolated DC power throughout the rack, including:
Supplying regulated backplane power for CPU, I/O, and communication modules
Feeding relay and discrete output card power circuits
Powering field devices connected to 24 VDC input modules
Industrial automation control panels with mixed PLC hardware configurations
Expansion racks where an additional power source is required
Its combination of universal AC/DC input compatibility and multiple isolated outputs makes it versatile for distributed control systems.
Advantages
Universal AC/DC input range (85–264 VAC / 100–300 VDC) supports diverse plant power sources.
Multiple isolated outputs (5 VDC, 24 VDC relay, 24 VDC isolated) meet system and field device needs.
Compact design saves panel space and simplifies wiring layout.
LED status indicators provide quick visual diagnostics of power and system health.
Robust isolation and protection enhance safety and noise immunity.
The IC694PWR321 delivers reliable and flexible power distribution, ideal for mid-range PLC automation projects.
Technical FAQs
What input voltages does the IC694PWR321 support? 85–264 VAC and 100–300 VDC sources.
How much total power can it deliver? 30 W total across all outputs.
What DC outputs are available?
Where should this power supply be installed? leftmost slot of an RX3i serial expansion backplane.
Does it support hot-swapping?
What’s the maximum current for the +24 V relay output? 0.8 A (limited by output wattage).
Can the isolated +24 V output power field devices?
What do the LEDs indicate? PWR : power supply status; OK : PLC system healthy; RUN : CPU in RUN mode.
Is redundancy supported?
How is isolation achieved? 1500 VAC (1 min) isolation between input and backplane.
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