{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-a03b-0807-c159-ac-output-module","title":"GE Fanuc A03B-0807-C159 AC Output Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc A03B-0807-C159\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eA03B-0807-C159\u003c\/strong\u003e AC Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-voltage discrete switching within Fanuc I\/O system platforms. It receives digital control signals across the backplane bus and toggles 12 discrete AC channels to drive field-level actuators, solenoids, and motor starters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA03B-0807-C159\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC Output Modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 AC Output Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete AC Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Fanuc I\/O Rack \/ DIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.29 kg (0.64 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Fanuc I\/O Module Form Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied via I\/O backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication and Deterministic Logic Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module relies on deterministic backplane bus communication velocity to route output state commands from the primary PLC CPU to field terminals without logic loop delay. High I\/O density scaling allows 12 power switching channels to operate within a compact rack slot while maintaining channel electrical isolation and thermal stability. Onboard control logic maintains firmware flash compatibility with Fanuc I\/O base units to ensure continuous cyclic scan synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What output voltage rating is supported by the A03B-0807-C159 module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module is rated for discrete 115 VAC switching across all 12 output channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the A03B-0807-C159 module be inserted or removed while the rack is powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Power to the I\/O rack and external 115 VAC field power circuits must be completely de-energized prior to installation or removal to prevent bus errors and electrical arcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off and isolate all main control power feeds and external 115 VAC field load supplies using approved Lockout\/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the I\/O base rack chassis is securely mounted to the panel backplate and bonded to earth ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the module edge connector with the assigned slot on the I\/O base unit and push firmly until the housing latches click into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute 115 VAC field wiring to the front terminal block, ensuring proper strain relief and isolation from low-voltage signal lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply power to the system and verify that the module status indicators mirror the master controller scan cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e platforms. Installed directly into the main control rack slot, this printed circuit board coordinates system processing tasks, real-time bus arbitration, and discrete control signal processing. The module provides multi-pin edge interface headers for direct parallel communications across the system backplane without introducing signal conversion latencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number Segment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Designation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA16B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB Assembly Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBare or populated printed circuit board assembly classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard Architecture ID\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase CPU and control I\/O hardware layout family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0073\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecific CPU processing and control I\/O circuit specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\/01A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware Revision Suffix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor hardware engineering revision level and component specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA16B-2203-0073\/01A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Fanuc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard control PCB weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-layer slot-mount printed circuit board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered via backplane interface logic rails (5 VDC \/ 24 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPU Board \/ Control I\/O Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-pin backplane edge connectors and ribbon headers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity \u0026amp; Firmware Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eA16B-2203-0073\/01A\u003c\/strong\u003e board manages high backplane bus communication velocity across internal parallel channels to execute deterministic control loops. Maintaining firmware flash compatibility between onboard flash ROM components and the master CNC operating software version is required during module replacement. Firmware level mismatches or hardware revision incompatibility (\/01A revision state) will inhibit system boot sequence initialization and trigger main processor parity faults across the control bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is hot-swapping supported for the A16B-2203-0073\/01A module within the CNC rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Removing or installing the PCB while backplane logic power is active will cause voltage arc transients, leading to component damage on the board logic ICs and corrupting active system memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What precautions should be taken regarding static discharge during installation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Always wear a grounded ESD wrist strap before handling the PCB. Static charges applied to exposed connector pins can degrade internal semiconductor junctions on the CPU processing bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Disconnection: Fully de-energize the CNC cabinet power input and lock out system supplies prior to touching internal rack cards or cable connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Static Handling: Keep the circuit board in an anti-static protective bag until ready for immediate physical installation. Handle the module strictly by its structural edges or front ejector handles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard Mounting: Slide the board smoothly along the plastic card guides inside the rack until the rear connectors line up with the backplane mating socket. Push firmly to ensure complete contact seating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecuring Fasteners: Fasten faceplate locking screws to standard hand tightness, ensuring a minimum of 5 full thread engagements to maintain chassis grounding and mechanical stability under operational vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66727572570227,"sku":"A03B-0807-C159","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/A03B-0807-C1592_Cocoai.jpg?v=1790565775","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-a03b-0807-c159-ac-output-module","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}