Brand:GE Fanuc PLC Item No.:GE IC697MDL254 Product Origin: USA Product Dimensions:292 mm × 229 mm × 38 mm Product Weight:0.5 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The GE IC697MDL254 is a high-density AC discrete input module for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 PLC system. It is designed to receive 48 VAC field ON/OFF signals from industrial devices such as switches, pushbuttons, limit switches, and proximity sensors, and convert them into logic signals for PLC processing.
This module is widely used in large-scale industrial automation systems requiring high channel density, multi-phase wiring flexibility, and strong electrical isolation.
Technical Specifications
The IC697MDL254 is a 32-point, 48 VAC input module with group isolation.
Parameter
Specification
Model
IC697MDL254
Product Type
Discrete Input Module
Series
GE Fanuc Series 90-70
Input Type
AC Digital Input
Number of Inputs
32 points
Input Configuration
4 groups of 8 points
Rated Voltage
48 VAC
Input Frequency
47–63 Hz
Input Current
~4.7 mA typical
Input Characteristics
IEC Type 1 compatible
Input Filter Delay
~20 ms
Isolation
1500 VAC (input to backplane), 500 VAC (between groups)
Backplane Current
~0.30 A @ 5 VDC
Wiring
Removable terminal block
Indicators
LED per input channel
Applications
This module is commonly used in:
Manufacturing automation systems
Heavy industrial machinery control
Conveyor and material handling systems
Power generation auxiliary systems
Water and wastewater treatment plants
Process control and SCADA systems
Large-scale distributed control systems
Advantages
32 inputs in a single module (high density)
Flexible 4-group isolation wiring structure
Stable 48 VAC industrial signal handling
Strong resistance to electrical noise
LED diagnostics for fast troubleshooting
Supports multi-phase power distribution
Reliable long-term industrial operation
Easy integration into GE 90-70 PLC systems
Technical FAQs
1. What is IC697MDL254 used for?
It is used to read 48 VAC digital input signals into a PLC system.
2. How many inputs does it have?
32 inputs arranged in 4 isolated groups of 8 points.
3. What voltage does it support?
48 VAC.
4. Is it AC or DC module?
It is an AC input module.
5. What is the input delay?
Approximately 20 ms filtering delay.
6. What is group isolation?
Each group of 8 inputs is electrically isolated, allowing different wiring phases.
7. What industries use it?
Manufacturing, power plants, water treatment, and industrial automation.
8. Is it still used today?
Yes, mainly in legacy GE 90-70 systems and maintenance/retrofit projects.
