GE IC695ALG626 | UL/CE HART Analog Input Module

Description

• Model & Brand: GE IC695ALG626; GE Fanuc / GE Intelligent Platforms PACSystems RX3i HART analog input module. The product is now represented within Emerson’s PACSystems portfolio.
• Physical Dimensions: Approximately 34 × 145 × 140 mm (W × H × D) according to the current Emerson product record.
• Estimated Unit Weight: Approximately 0.45 kg (1.0 lb) based on current industrial automation listings. Treat this as a freight-planning reference; final gross weight depends on packaging.
• Module Format: One-slot RX3i analog input module for the universal backplane.
• Channel Arrangement: 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog inputs.
• Signal Capability: Configurable voltage, current, and current/HART inputs, including 0–20 mA, 4–20 mA, ±20 mA, and multiple voltage ranges.
• What’s in the Box: Normally the IC695ALG626 module. Terminal block, wiring accessories, mounting hardware, and printed documentation should be treated as not included unless specifically listed on the purchase order.
• Receiving Record: Capture the catalog number, hardware revision, serial/date code, front-panel labeling, connector condition, and package integrity before the asset is booked into stock.

Product Introduction

For a process-control cabinet, the IC695ALG626 is the physical bridge between field instrumentation and the RX3i controller when ordinary analog acquisition is not enough. Its 16 single-ended or 8 differential channels can be configured for voltage or current measurement, while HART 5.0 communication gives the control system access to additional smart-instrument information. Four internal HART modems serve the channel groups rather than assigning a separate modem to every physical input.

That architecture has a direct asset-management consequence: this is a non-isolated analog input module, so cabinet grounding, field wiring, common-mode conditions, and loop segregation deserve attention during replacement planning. The module supports 24-bit ADC conversion, configurable input filtering, and current-input protection, but those capabilities do not remove the need to verify the actual field circuit before installation.

Core Technical Specifications

The 16/8 channel topology, HART 5.0 support, signal ranges, 24-bit conversion, internal modem count, environmental limits, and electrical requirements are documented across the RX3i technical references and current product listings.

The published backplane figures are significant for cabinet power calculations. At approximately 3.3 V × 0.6 A and 5 V × 0.45 A, the module can represent roughly 4.23 W of electrical input to the module, before considering the exact thermal behavior of the installed hardware and cabinet airflow. Use the approved RX3i system power budget rather than treating this estimate as a certified heat-dissipation figure.

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🚨 Global Compliance & Industry Certifications

The current Emerson product record identifies the IC695ALG626 with the following approval categories:

• UL
• UL HAZLOC
• CE, Zone 2
• ATEX, C1D2
• ABS
• BV
• DNV
• GL
• KRS
• LR

These approvals matter when the module is procured for hazardous-area or marine projects. A C1D2 / Zone 2 classification can support deployment in defined hazardous environments where flammable gases or vapors may occur under specified conditions, but the approval does not independently certify the entire control cabinet or installation method.

For marine applications, ABS, BV, DNV/GL, KRS, or LR documentation can become part of the project acceptance package (particularly when a shipyard or offshore EPC requires certificate traceability).

Verify specific lot certifications with OEM. The physical approval marking, exact hardware revision, applicable certificate, and installation restrictions should remain in the compliance file.

🚨 Long-Term Storage & Asset Preservation Guide

Keep the module inside its original ESD shielding material. Do not leave the board exposed on a maintenance shelf where dust, conductive debris, or static discharge can reach the connector and electronics.

Control humidity and condensation first. The published storage environment extends from -40°C to +85°C, while operating humidity is specified as 5%–95% non-condensing. For multi-year warehouse storage, a stable dry environment is preferable to repeated temperature cycling around the dew point.

Preserve revision evidence. Keep the original label, hardware revision, serial/date code, and inspection record with the physical unit. For an older RX3i installation, that evidence can be more important than the outer carton because configuration acceptance may depend on the exact revision.

Do not open sealed ESD packaging simply to confirm that a unit “looks new.” Record its condition externally, then inspect the internals only when required by the QA procedure.

Physical Installation Prerequisites

The IC695ALG626 is designed for the PACSystems RX3i universal backplane. Mechanical installation should follow the applicable RX3i chassis documentation, including connector engagement, module retention, grounding, and cabinet airflow requirements. Emerson identifies panel/DIN-rail mounting within the PACSystems installation framework.

• Backplane seating: Confirm full engagement with the RX3i connector before energizing the chassis.
• Mechanical retention: Ensure the module is properly secured and not carrying cable weight through the front wiring interface.
• Cooling: Keep the cabinet airflow path clear. Do not place wire duct, labels, or loose cable bundles against ventilation areas.
• Temperature: Maintain the installed electronics within 0°C to 60°C. Cabinet temperature at the module location is the controlling measurement.
• Grounding: Use the RX3i chassis grounding scheme and the project’s approved shield-termination practice.
• Signal segregation: Because the analog architecture is non-isolated, separate low-level analog wiring from noisy switching conductors and high-energy power circuits.
• Clearance: Do not impose a universal 50 mm clearance rule. Use the approved RX3i cabinet drawing and chassis installation dimensions.
• Field circuit check: Verify transmitter loop polarity, common references, current range, and HART wiring before connecting the replacement module.
• ESD: Ground the technician and work surface before handling exposed connectors or electronic assemblies.

Buyer’s FAQ

What HS tariff code should be used for ?

A customs classification should be established from the product’s actual function and the importing country’s tariff schedule. Some commercial listings use 8537 or 8538-series classifications for industrial automation assemblies, but the exact national tariff extension can differ. Do not copy a supplier’s HS code directly into customs documentation without broker review.

Does the Country of Origin need to match the commercial invoice?

Yes. The declared COO should be supported by appropriate manufacturer or supplier documentation and should remain consistent across the commercial invoice, packing list, Certificate of Origin when applicable, and preferential-duty records. Some commercial listings identify the United States as origin, but that should be verified against the actual shipment documentation.

Should this module be shipped with insurance?

For a high-value spare, insurance is reasonable. Before handover to the carrier, photograph the module label, serial/date code, connectors, ESD packaging, and outer carton; retain those images with the invoice and packing list. This creates a clear pre-shipment condition record if a freight claim becomes necessary.

Does a replacement automatically contain the latest firmware?

No assumption should be made from the catalog number alone. The has firmware-dependent behavior and documented revision history, so a replacement should be checked against the installed RX3i controller and PACSystems software baseline before commissioning. Request the actual hardware revision and firmware information for configuration-controlled projects rather than accepting a generic “latest firmware” statement.

Asset-Control Conclusion

For warehouse and compliance purposes, GE should be cataloged as a PACSystems RX3i HART analog input asset with revision traceability. The key records are not limited to the part number: retain the hardware revision, serial/date code, certification evidence, physical condition, ESD packaging status, and firmware/configuration information.

Its 34 × 145 × 140 mm approximate physical envelope and 0.45 kg class net weight are suitable for preliminary freight planning, but the packed shipment should be weighed and measured before the final commercial invoice and freight booking.