The IC200ALG320E is a widely used analog output module in the field of industrial automation. It belongs to the VersaMax series, originally developed by GE Fanuc and now under Emerson. Designed specifically for medium and large-scale control systems, it plays a key role in distributed or remote I/O networks.
As an important member of the VersaMax series, the IC200ALG320E delivers excellent performance and is suitable for diverse scenarios, ranging from basic automated production lines to complex industrial control systems. It provides strong support for building stable and efficient industrial automation architectures.
Manufactured by Emerson (formerly GE Fanuc), which has accumulated profound technical expertise in the industrial automation field and adheres to a strict quality control system. Every step from R&D conception to production implementation of the IC200ALG320E follows high standards, striving to ensure the product's outstanding stability and reliability.
The module is equipped with 4 single-ended analog output channels, each capable of outputting a current signal of 4-20mA. This standard industrial current signal range is suitable for controlling and driving most industrial on-site equipment, such as actuators like control valves and frequency converters. It has a resolution of 4µA, enabling precise control over changes in output signals to meet industrial application scenarios with high control accuracy requirements.
With a maximum update rate of 0.3ms, the module can quickly respond to command changes from the control system in an extremely short time and update output signals promptly, ensuring real-time control of industrial processes. In scenarios with strict real-time requirements, such as high-speed automated production lines, it can quickly adjust outputs based on changes in the production process to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the production flow.
During operation, it needs to be connected to a backplane power supply, while the output section requires an external power supply within the range of 18-30VDC or 9.6-15VDC. This dual-power design ensures the module's power supply flexibility in different industrial environments, allowing for rational selection based on the actual power configuration in projects to ensure stable operation of the module.
The module is configured with jumpers to flexibly set the output state. When the backplane power supply is interrupted, communication fails, or the PLC stops operating, the output can either retain the last state or default to 4mA as required. This function is crucial in industrial production processes. For example, in certain chemical production links, if the control system experiences a temporary fault, the actuator needs to maintain the current control state or return to a safe default value to ensure the safety and stability of the production process and avoid production accidents caused by abnormal output signals.
It is equipped with 2 status LED indicators. The FLD PWR LED visually indicates the connection status of the field power supply (lighting up when the field power supply is normally supplied), while the OK LED indicates the continuous supply status of the backplane power supply (remaining on when the backplane power supply is normal). Through these two indicators, engineers can quickly and accurately determine the module's power status during on-site maintenance or debugging, promptly identify and resolve power-related issues, and improve equipment maintenance efficiency.
It features isolation between the user input, logic, and rack ground, with ratings of 250V AC continuous voltage and 1500V AC for 1 minute. This isolation design effectively enhances the module's anti-interference capability in complex electromagnetic environments, preventing signal transmission errors or equipment damage caused by electrical interference or grounding issues, ensuring the accuracy and stability of analog output signals, and guaranteeing reliable operation of the module in industrial on-site environments.
As a key component of distributed or remote I/O networks, the IC200ALG320E is fully compatible with VersaMax series CPUs and Network Interface Units (NIUs), ensuring efficient data interaction and collaborative work within the entire industrial automation system. By connecting to distributed I/O networks, it can eliminate signal attenuation and interference caused by long-distance signal transmission, helping to build a robust and scalable control system to meet the needs of industrial enterprises for control system expansion as production scales expand or processes improve.
Although specific details of communication protocols are not explicitly specified, based on the wide application of its 所属 series in the industrial automation field, it is inferred to support common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus. This enables data communication with other industrial equipment that complies with relevant protocols for system integration. The support for common communication protocols greatly improves the module's versatility and compatibility in different industrial automation systems, facilitating users to select appropriate equipment for networking when building systems.
With an overall size of (Length × Width × Height) 3.5cm × 13cm × 13.5cm and a weight of approximately 0.28kg, its compact and lightweight design allows for easy installation and arrangement in industrial control cabinets or equipment with limited space, without occupying excessive valuable space resources, providing convenience for the compact design of industrial systems.
It is typically installed on terminal-style I/O carriers or compact terminal-style I/O carriers. For all connections, the use of shielded twisted-pair cables is recommended. If installed on the aforementioned carriers and compatible with the field wiring table, the cable shield can be directly connected to the carrier. This installation and wiring method helps reduce the impact of electromagnetic interference on signal transmission, ensuring the quality of analog output signals and guaranteeing the stable operation of the industrial control system.
