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ANALOG INPUT 16BIT
THERMOCOUPLE 7CH
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Module Characteristics
Channels
Seven thermocouple or millivolt inputs
Module ID
FFFF9804
Isolation:
User input to logic
(optical) and to frame
ground
Group to group
Channel to channel
250VAC continuous; 1500VAC for 1 minute
Not applicable
None
LED indicators
OK LED: Green indicates backplane power is
present. Amber indicates module fault.
Backplane current consumption
5V output: 125mA maximum. 3.3V output: 125mA
maximum.
External power supply
None
Thermal derating
None
Diagnostics
Open Thermocouple, over/under range, and
high/low alarm, thermistor fault (reported as
internal fault).
Input Characteristics
Thermocouple types
J, K, T, S, R, none (used for mV inputs)
Spans (+/–)
19.5mV, 39mV, 78.125mV, 156.25mV, 312.5mV,
625mV
Converter resolution
15 bits + sign
Cold junction compensation
If used, reference junction temperature is
measured at thermocouple termination using a
precision thermistor, or supplied by system, or by
fixed configuration value.
Cold junction temperature error
+/–0.25 degree Celsius (local measurement). To
reduce temperature transients, thermocouple
terminations should not be installed in the same
cabinet as heat dissipation assemblies.
Conformity error
+/–0.3 degree Celsius, +/–0.5 degree Fahrenheit.
Accuracy, at 25° C
on voltage measurement:
on temp. measurement:
+/–0.2%
+/- 3 degrees Celsius.
Temperature sensitivity
(0° to 60°C)
+/–0.004% of reading, +/–1.5µV per ° Celsius
referred to input
Normal mode rejection
60dB, at 50/60 Hz, 100% span
Common mode rejection
120 dB at 50/60Hz, 100 ohm imbalance
Common mode voltage
3 VDC maximum
Maximum voltage between
channels
50V
Normal mode voltage
5 VDC maximum
Scan time
60 Hz: approximately 60 milliseconds per point
50 Hz: approximately 70 milliseconds per point.
IC200ALG630
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Product Description
The IC200ALG630 Analog Input Thermocouple Module is an intelligent
module that accepts seven independent thermocouple or millivolt inputs.
The module receives power from the backplane power supply. No
external power source is required.
Each input channel can be configured to report millivolts ranges as
1/100 of millivolts, or thermocouple inputs as linearized temperature in
tenths of degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit, with or without cold junction
compensation.
The module automatically performs A/D calibration at powerup.
Automatic calibration is then repeated periodically to compensate for
changes in the ambient temperature. New calibration values are filtered
into the current calibration values.
Host Interface
The Analog Input Thermocouple Module uses the following data types:
7 words of analog input data.
7 optional words of analog output data.
The module exchanges data in the same manner as other types of I/O
modules: it provides all its input data when requested.
Diagnostics
The Analog Input Thermocouple Module performs diagnostics and
provides the following information.
Alarm faults are reported if the processed value for a channel
exceeds its configured alarm limit.
Over/underrange faults are reported if the millivolt value for an
input exceeds the limits of its span.
Open circuit is checked every time a thermocouple input is read
(unless Open TC checking is disabled). If the circuit is open, a fault
is reported and the input defaults to the configured channel default.
Thermistor fault will be reported as Internal fault in the I/O Fault
table.
A thermistor fault occurs if the calculated temperature value from the
thermistor is less than -10 °C or greater than +75 °C.
LED Indicators
The green OK LED is on when backplane power is present to the
module. If this LED is amber, it indicates a module fault.
Preinstallation Check
Carefully inspect all shipping containers for damage. If any equipment
is damaged, notify the delivery service immediately. Save the
damaged shipping container for inspection by the delivery service.
After unpacking the equipment, record all serial numbers. Save the
shipping containers and packing material in case it is necessary to
transport or ship any part of the system.
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Thermocouple
or Millivolt
Inputs
Thermocouple
or Millivolt
Inputs
Install Optional
Thermistors Here
Thermocouple
Inputs
Thermocouple
Inputs
Built-In Thermistors
Located Here
CHS014
Number
Connection
Number
Connection
A1
Channel 1 (+)
B1
No connection
A2
Channel 1 (-)
B2
Shield
A3
Channel 2 (+)
B3
No connection
A4
Channel 2 (-)
B4
Shield
A5
Channel 3 (+)
B5
No connection
A6
Channel 3 (-)
B6
Shield
A7
Channel 4 (+)
B7
No connection
A8
Channel 4 (-)
B8
Shield
A9
(Thermistor (+))
B9
No connection
A10
(Thermistor (-))
B10
Shield
A11
Channel 5 (+)
B11
No connection
A12
Channel 5 (-)
B12
Shield
A13
Channel 6 (+)
B13
No connection
A14
Channel 6 (-)
B14
Shield
A15
Channel 7 (+)
B15
No connection
A16
Channel 7 (-)
B16
No connection
A17
No connection
B17
No connection
A18
No connection
B18
No connection
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Installation Instructions
The preferred installation technique is to mount the Thermocouple
Module on a Connector-style I/O Carrier and connect thermocouples to
an Interposing Thermocouple Carrier as shown below. The Interposing
Thermocouple-style I/O Carrier provides both box-style wiring terminals
and a built-in thermistor for Local Cold Junction Compensation. It
connects to the Connector-Style Carrier via a cable as shown. This
allows the thermocouple connections to be located away from the I/O
modules in the system. Each TC terminal on the Interposing
Thermocouple Carrier accommodates one solid or stranded AWG #14
(avg. 2.1mm2 cross section) to AWG #22 (avg. 0.36mm2 cross section)
wire, or two wires up to AWG #18 (avg. 0.86mm2 cross section).
However, it is also possible to mount the Thermocouple Module on one
of the terminal-style carriers (box-style, spring-style, or barrier-style) and
provide Local Cold Junction Compensation by using a kit that includes
the correct type of thermistor, as described in the I/O Modules User
Manual. Both methods are shown below. The thermistor kit must be
installed on the A9 and A10 terminals of the carrier.
If the module will only be used to measure millivolt inputs, not
thermocouple inputs, it can be mounted on any type of I/O Carrier. The
thermistor terminals A9 and A10 cannot be used as millivolt input
terminals.
Installation in Hazardous Locations
EQUIPMENT LABELED WITH REFERENCE TO CLASS I,
GROUPS A, B, C & D, DIV. 2 HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS IS
SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C,
D OR NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF
COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,
DIVISION 2;
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - WHEN IN HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS, TURN OFF POWER BEFORE REPLACING OR
WIRING MODULES; AND
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT
EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR
THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NONHAZARDOUS.
Field Wiring Terminals
The terminal assignments shown below are the same for all carriers.
Wiring Connections for Carriers with Two Rows of Terminals:
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Revision letters:
KF
Firmware version:
1.25
Firmware
upgrades:
44A750342-G05. Available as a free
download at http://ge-ip.com/support.
Revision
Date
Description
IC200ALG630-KF
Oct 2016
EU RoHS compliant module per
directive 2011/65/EU dated 8-June-
2011. No changes to features,
performance or compatibility.
IC200ALG630-JF
Jan 2012
Label change. No changes to
features, performance or
compatibility.
IC200ALG630-HF
Apr 2011
Firmware release 1.25. Resolves
component obsolescence issue. No
change to features, performance or
compatibility.
IC200ALG630-HE
Feb 2011
Labeling change. No changes to
compatibility, functionality or
performance.
IC200ALG630-GE
IC200ALG630-FE
Sept 2010
Firmware release 1.24. Resolved
fault reporting issue in Remote/Local
IO configuration.
IC200ALG630-GD
Aug 2009
Changed manufacturing location. No
changes to compatibility, functionality
or performance.
IC200ALG630-FD
BXIOAI7-FD
Oct 2008
Updated Power Supply OK signal
circuitry.
IC200ALG630-ED
BXIOAI7-ED
Sept 2007
Firmware release 1.20. Improved I/O
scanning.
IC200ALG630-EC
BXIOAI7-EC
Apr 2005
Plastic change on locking
mechanism
IC200ALG630-DC
BXIOAI7-DC
Feb 2005
Configurable for 50Hz line frequency
IC200ALG630-DB
BXIOAI7-DB
Apr 2004
Changed to V0 plastic for module
housing.
IC200ALG630-CB
BXIOAI7-CB
Jan 2004
ATEX approval for Group 2 Category
3 applications.
IC200ALG630-BB
BXIOAI7-BB
Nov 2002
Improved reporting of Open Input
error at higher temperatures.
IC200ALG630-AB
BXIOAI7-AB
June 2001
Firmware version 1.01. Enhanced
Open Circuit reporting
IC200ALG630-AA
BXIOAI7-AA
July 1999
Initial product release
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Wiring Connections for Carriers with Three Rows of Terminals:
Cable Shield Connections
Shielded twisted pair cable is recommended for the analog channel
connections. If possible, the cable should be grounded at the source
device. If that is not possible, the cable shield must be grounded at the
I/O module. This can be done using an Auxiliary I/O Terminal strip.
If the module is installed on a Terminal-style I/O Carrier, shield
connections can be made on an Auxiliary I/O Terminal that is attached
to the I/O carrier.
If the module is installed on a Compact Terminal-style I/O Carrier, shield
connections can be made on an Auxiliary I/O Terminal that is mounted
near the I/O carrier.
If the module is installed on a Connector-style I/O Carrier, the cable
shield can be connected directly to an Interposing Terminal. A shielded
interposing cable (shielded cables are available separately) must be
used between the Connector-style I/O Carrier and the Interposing
Terminal. An Auxiliary I/O Terminal Strip can also be added to the
Interposing Terminal if additional shield connections are required.
Product Revision History
Product Version Information
Compatibility
Firmware version 1.25 is compatible with all hardware versions of the
ALG630.
This module is compatible with:
PLC CPU Firmware version 1.20 or later.
Ethernet NIU EBI001 all versions.
Genius NIU GBI001 Firmware version 1.10 or later*
Profibus NIU PBI001 Firmware version 1.10 or later*
DeviceNet NIU DBI001 Firmware version 1.10 or later. The
DeviceNet NIU does not support software configuration. Therefore,
analog modules used with a DeviceNet NIU must be
autoconfigured and use only their default configuration settings.
* For GBI001, NIU version 2.0 or above is required to perform software
configuration. For PBI001, NIU version 2.01 or above is required to
perform software configuration.
Restrictions and Open Issues
Additional faults may be logged when a new configuration
containing parameter changes such as the Alarm High limit or
Alarm Low limit in the hardware configuration of an analog module
is stored followed by a Clear All operation. The additional faults are
logged against the previous configuration. This issue is observed
when Machine Edition is connected to Versamax CPUs
(IC200CPU001, IC200CPU002, IC200CPU005 and IC200CPUE05)
and does not occur with Versamax NIUs (IC200GBI001,
IC200EBI001, IC200PBI001, and IC200DBI001).
When more than 20 faults are sent to a GBC70 within a single
Genius scan, under rare conditions one fault or fault contact may
not be reported by the GBC70. This has been observed when
simultaneous open wire condition occurs in all eight channels of
IC200ALG240 module or if several I/O modules in a GNIU rack
generate multiple faults simultaneously. This issue has only been
observed when the GBC70 was in a rack with an RX7i CPU.
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Parameter
Default
Choices
Analog Input Data Length
7
1 to 7
Analog Input Data
Reference
user selectable
Analog Output Data
Length
0
0 to 7
Analog Output Data
Reference
user selectable
Line Frequency
60 Hz
50 Hz, 60 Hz
Suppress Open
Thermocouple
No
Yes, No
Channel Active
Active
Inactive (off), Active (on)
Engineering Units
1/10
degrees C
Millivolts, 1/10 degrees C, 1/10 degrees F
Thermocouple Type
J
None, J, K, T, S, R
Range
625
19.53, 39.06, 78.125, 156.25, 312.5, 625.
R J Type
Local
Local, Remote, Fixed, None
Alarm Low
–2000
–32,768 to +32,767
Alarm High
8000
–32,768 to +32,767
Reference Junction Value
250
–32,768 to +32,767
Correction Factor 0 –32,768 to +32,767
Channel Default Input 0 +32,767
Cold Junction Default
250
+32,767
TC Type
Low mV
Limit
High mV
Limit
Low
Temperature
Limit (C)
High
Temperature
Limit (C)
J
–8.0960
57.9420
–210.00
1000.00
K
–5.8910
54.8069
–200.00
1370.00
T
–5.6030
20.2520
–200.00
390.00
S
–0.1940
18.5040
–40.00
1750.00
R
–0.1880
20.8780
–40.00
1750.00
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When 45 or more faults are sent to a GBC70 within a single Genius
scan, a few faults or fault contacts may not be reported by the
GBC70. This is most likely to be caused by the sudden loss of
numerous blocks at each bus controller in the system. The
resulting PLC diagnostics and diagnostic contacts may be
incorrect.
Operational Notes
If hot insertion of a module is done improperly, the operation of
other modules on the same backplane may be disrupted. See
Installing a Module on a Carrier in the VersaMax Modules Manual,
GFK-1504.
Clarification of Default/Hold Last State configurations:
If there is an error on a specific input channel, the modules will
always report the Channel Default value from the Input Parameters
tab of the module configuration.
When a Loss of I/O Module fault is logged for a module, the CPU
or NIU will use the Default/Hold Last State setting from the Module
Parameters tab of the module configuration to determine what
value should be reported to the reference tables.
After an Open Circuit fault condition is corrected, the module takes
a few seconds to return to normal operation. During this time, the
module continues reporting the channel default input value. After
the module has recovered from the Open Circuit fault, it returns to
normal inputs and normal operation.
If there is a very large change in an input (for example, an input
quickly goes from 50mV to 400mV), the module may briefly report
an Over-range fault on that circuit even though the circuit is not
actually over its configured upper range limit. This is only
temporary.
When IC200ALG630 or IC200ALG620 modules are present in
GNIU or PNIU rack and a 'Clear all' command is issued from
Machine Edition software, Machine Edition may get disconnected,
displaying timeout error "error 8097 - host disconnect has
occurred". When this error is logged, the Configuration is still
cleared. To avoid this error, the “Request Timeout” value in
“Additional Configuration” in “Target Properties” should be
increased to 30s or more.
When all the channels of IC200ALG630 are set inactive and the
Reference Junction Type parameter is not set to "local", VersaMax
CPUs / NIUs will report a “Loss of IO modules” fault, that points to
the IC200ALG630 itself.
To avoid this fault, either configure at least one thermocouple
channel to active or set reference junction type parameter to
“local”.
Configuration
The default parameters of the Thermocouple Input module can be used
in many applications. The module can be software-configured when it is
installed in a PLC system, or an I/O Station controlled by an NIU that
supports software configuration.
Configurable Features
Channel Active: Each channel can be configured as either active or
inactive. If a channel is inactive, the filtering, scaling, calibration, and
alarm checks are omitted for that channel, and a value of 0 is returned
for the channel. The reference parameter for the analog input data
returns the byte length and is independent of the number of active
channels.
Low Alarm Limit and High Alarm Limit: Each input channel can have
a low alarm limit and a high alarm limit. If an input reaches one of its
limits, the module reports the actual value and sends the appropriate
diagnostic input bit. Alarms do not stop the process or change the value
of the input. Alarm limits can be set anywhere over the dynamic range
of the signal. The range for each is –32,768 to +32,767. The high alarm
limit must be greater than the low alarm limit. If alarm reporting is not
wanted, alarm limits can be set beyond the dynamic range of the signal
so they will never be activated.
Thermocouple Limits: The table below lists millivolt and temperature
limits for applicable thermocouple types.
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Cold Junction Compensation: The Thermocouple module provides
four choices for Cold Junction Compensation.
No Cold Junction Compensation: This is used for millivolt inputs or
if cold junction is maintained at 0 degrees C.
Remote Cold Junction Compensation: With this option, cold
junction is measured externally and provided to the module from
the application, via the module’s analog output (word output) data.
If the module has multiple thermocouples that are configured for
remote compensation, the same compensation value must be used
by each.
Fixed Cold Junction Compensation: This option uses a fixed
compensation value provided by the user in the configuration
parameter, “Reference Junction Value.” The units of this fixed
value are defined in configuration parameter “Engineering Units.”
Local Cold Junction Compensation: The best way to provide local
compensation is with an Interposing Thermocouple Carrier, which
has a built-in thermistor. Using an Interposing Carrier allows the
thermocouple connections to be placed farther away from the I/O
modules in the system, which helps shield thermocouple
connections from module heat.
If Local Cold Junction Compensation is configured and an Interposing
Thermocouple Carrier is not used, a separate thermistor must be
installed directly at the module’s I/O Carrier, using the Thermistor (+)
and Thermistor (–) terminals. The thermistor must be the type specified
in the I/O Modules User’s Manual. Note: If Local Compensation is
selected but an Interposing Thermocouple Carrier or local thermistor is
not used, erroneous temperatures may be reported and a thermistor
error will be reported in the fault table.
Range Selection: The module is configurable for any of six different
millivolt ranges (+/–): 19.5mV, 39mV, 78.125mV, 156.25mV, 312.5mV,
and 625mV. All but the last provide input readings in hundredths of
millivolts. For the 625mV range, inputs are in tenths of millivolts. When
used to read millivolts, the Thermocouple Type configuration parameter
must be set to “none”.
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