Description

The Emerson / GE Fanuc VersaMax IC200PWR102 is a 120/240 V AC input, expanded backplane power supply module designed for the VersaMax distributed I/O and PLC platform. When mounted directly onto a VersaMax Central Processing Unit (CPU) or Network Interface Unit (NIU), it acts as the primary power source for the local node. It can also be paired with a Power Supply Booster Carrier (IC200PWB001) to inject supplemental power downstream in larger, multi-module I/O racks that exceed standard backplane current limits.

Technical Specifications

Field Reliability & Integration Constraints

When deploying the IC200PWR102 in industrial control enclosures, specific wiring and calculation steps must be enforced to ensure backplane stability and prevent hardware damage:

• Critical Voltage Jumper Configuration: The input voltage selection depends on a physical hardware jumper installed across the designated terminal contacts on the module front. For 120 V AC operation, install the jumper. For 240 V AC operation, omit the jumper entirely.
  

  ⚠️ CRITICAL ARTIFACT CONSTRAINT: Operating the module on a 240 V AC utility line with the 120 V jumper installed will cause instant thermal destruction of the input stage varistors and internal components. Conversely, running at 120 V AC without the jumper will not cause damage but will fail to meet the 20 ms holdup time specification, leaving the PLC highly sensitive to voltage sags.

• Backplane Power Budget Calculations: The total current output capacity of the IC200PWR102 is capped at 1.5 A. Sum the exact backplane consumption rates (found in the manual’s index) for your CPU/NIU and every I/O module in the rack. For instance, if an analog module pulls 125 mA from the 5 V line and 125 mA from the 3.3 V line, track both totals. If your aggregated load exceeds 1.0 A on the 3.3 V line or 1.5 A combined, install a supplemental power supply booster stage downstream.
• Holdup Time Inaccuracies: The rated 20 ms holdup time allows the CPU to execute a controlled shutdown sequence during line power interruptions. If line voltage levels sit at the bottom edge of the input envelope (e.g., under 100 V AC on a 120 V grid) without proper conditioning, the holdup window shortens, risking corrupted user RAM states or unrecorded I/O faults.

Supply Chain & Commercial Terms

Commercial Availability Notice

• Product Condition: New Original (Factory Sealed Surplus or Current Production) / Refurbished (Tested & certified)
• Warranty Period: 12-month comprehensive warranty from the date of shipment
• Lead Time: Ships within 1 to 2 business days from active stock availability
• Pricing Structure: Listed prices are indicative and subject to current global market material costs. Contact our sales engineering team for a formal, firm quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What differentiates the IC200PWR102 from the standard IC200PWR101 module?

The IC200PWR102 is an Expanded power supply unit that delivers power across both the 5 V DC and 3.3 V DC backplane voltage rails, optimizing it for newer high-density analog and communication modules that rely on 3.3 V logic. The IC200PWR101 is an older version providing alternative power distribution profiles—always verify your I/O module pin specifications before swapping models.

Can I run this module using a 24 V DC battery bank system?

No. The IC200PWR102 is an AC-only input power supply module engineered for 120/240 V AC lines. If your plant architecture uses 24 V DC control loops, select the IC200PWR002 or IC200PWR001 DC power supply models instead.

What are the symptoms of an overloaded IC200PWR102 power module?

When backplane current draw exceeds the 1.5 A threshold or experiences a field short circuit, the internal protection circuits trip, shutting down the 5 V and 3.3 V output rails. On the physical panel, this manifests as a complete loss of the status LEDs on the CPU/NIU and all adjacent I/O modules, causing a sudden rack communication drop. The supply resets automatically once the overload condition is cleared.