Product Overview
The GE IC660BBS103 is a Genius I/O discrete block featuring eight (8) circuits arranged in four (4) isolated groups of two. Each circuit is configurable as an input or output and operates at a nominal voltage of 115 VAC / 125 VDC. This intelligent block communicates over the Genius bus as a stand-alone remote I/O device, making it ideal for distributed control architectures that require electrical isolation between signal groups.
Technical Specs
- Circuits: 8, in 4 isolated groups of 2
- Nominal Voltage: 115 VAC / 125 VDC
- Operating Range: 93-132 VAC (47-63 Hz) / 105-132 VDC
- Output Current: 2 A RMS (AC) / 2 A resistive, 1 A inductive (DC) per circuit
- Peak Block Output: 15 A @ 35°C, 7.5 A @ 60°C
- Input Filter: 10-100 ms selectable in 10 ms increments
- Block-to-Block Isolation: 1500 V
- Fusing: Internal electronic short-circuit trip (100 ms AC / 10 ms DC long-time trip)
- Heat Dissipation: 16.8 W max with all inputs on; 45.6 W max with all outputs at 2 A
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C; humidity 5-95% non-condensing
- Dimensions: 8.83 x 3.34 x 3.91 in (22.44 x 8.48 x 9.93 cm); weight 4 lbs (1.8 kg)
Key Features
- Isolated channel groups: Four electrically isolated groups of two circuits protect sensitive signals and simplify mixed-voltage wiring.
- Full channel diagnostics: Detects open wire, overtemperature, short circuit, overload, no-load, and loss of I/O power, reported to the CPU and the hand-held monitor.
- Electronic fusing: Internal trip circuits protect outputs without replaceable fuses; tripped channels can be restored by command from the CPU or hand-held monitor.
- Genius bus communication: Operates as a stand-alone remote I/O node on the Genius distributed network.
- Per-circuit LED indication: Individual LEDs display the state of each circuit, plus Unit OK and I/O Enabled status LEDs.
- Low-leakage design: Minimizes off-state leakage current for accurate input sensing.
FAQ
- Q: What does the IC660BBS103 replace? A: It replaces the older IC660BBS101 I/O block. Neither model supports failed-switch diagnostics.
- Q: Can circuits be used as both inputs and outputs? A: Yes. Each of the eight circuits is configurable as a tristate input, non-tristate input, or output.
- Q: How is a short-circuited output protected? A: Internal electronic fusing trips the affected channel and reports the fault; restoration is commanded from the CPU or hand-held monitor.
- Q: What power is required? A: The block is powered directly from the 115 VAC / 125 VDC I/O device voltage wired to its terminals; no separate block power supply is needed.
Installation Guide
- De-energize the I/O power source and verify zero voltage before wiring.
- Mount the block on the panel and set the Genius bus address and baud rate on the configuration DIP switches.
- Wire field devices to the terminal assembly, observing the group isolation boundaries and maximum 2 A per circuit.
- Connect the 115 VAC / 125 VDC I/O power to the block power terminals and bond the chassis ground.
- Energize and confirm the Unit OK and I/O Enabled LEDs illuminate, then verify each circuit's diagnostic reporting via the hand-held monitor or CPU.
Selection Tips
- Select the IC660BBS103 where four isolated signal groups are required; choose non-isolated 16-circuit blocks such as IC660BBD023 for higher point density.
- Confirm AC or DC field devices and the total block output current does not exceed 15 A at 35°C.
- For hazardous locations, verify the Genius block certification for the installation class and division.
- Keep a compatible hand-held monitor (IC66*HHM501) and spare terminal assemblies in the maintenance kit.
Product Condition
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New in Sealed Package: Unused products supplied in their original, factory-sealed packaging.
New in Original Package: Unused products supplied in original manufacturer packaging that was not factory-sealed.
Warranty
Products are covered by a 12-month warranty unless otherwise specified in the quotation or product listing. If a product has a quality issue, it can be exchanged within 12 months or refunded in full in cash. Contact our sales team with your order details if you require warranty assistance.
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Indent Items: Typical lead time is 1–3 weeks, depending on availability and product scarcity.
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Quality issues
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