GE Fanuc IC697CHS791 Series 90-70 9-Slot Rear Mount Rack Chassis

Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC697CHS791 provides the foundational architecture for the Series 90-70 PLC system. This 9-slot chassis houses the CPU, power supply, and various I/O or communication modules, facilitating high-speed data exchange via its integrated backplane. Engineered for standard 19-inch rack environments, it serves as the rugged mechanical frame required for large-scale industrial control. We supply this chassis in 100% Brand New condition, guaranteeing pristine backplane connectors and structural integrity for your mission-critical automation nodes.

Technical Specifications

Engineering Advantages

• Standardized 19-Inch Integration: The IC697CHS791 fits directly into standard industrial 19-inch racks. This allows engineers to align the PLC hardware with servers, network switches, and other rack-mounted instrumentation, creating a clean and organized control room layout.

• Passive Thermal Management: The chassis design optimizes airflow through natural convection. This eliminates the need for external cooling fans in standard operating conditions, reducing mechanical failure points and minimizing dust accumulation within the module headers.

• Error-Proof Module Installation: Integrated mechanical keying prevents the insertion of incompatible modules into the wrong slots. This safeguard protects the backplane circuitry from electrical damage during hot-commissioning or routine maintenance upgrades.

• Universal Power Architecture: The backplane supports both AC-input and DC-input power supply modules. This versatility allows you to standardize your rack hardware while adapting to the specific power availability of different plant sections.

FAQs

• Does the IC697CHS791 include the power supply module?

  No. The IC697CHS791 is the physical rack and backplane assembly. You must purchase the power supply (such as the IC697PWR711) and CPU separately based on your specific system load requirements.

• Can I mount this chassis directly to a sub-panel instead of a 19-inch rack?

  The IC697CHS791 features front-mounting flanges specifically for 19-inch rack standards. If your application requires direct back-panel mounting, we recommend verifying the hole patterns or using an adapter plate to ensure secure mechanical fastening.

• What is the significance of the 0.5 Amp I/O bus current requirement?

  This value represents the baseline current the backplane consumes to maintain the logic bus communication. Ensure your chosen Series 90-70 power supply accounts for this baseline in addition to the total draw of your installed I/O and CPU modules.

• How do I ensure the unit is truly "Brand New"?

  We source our IC697CHS791 units from original surplus stock that has never been commissioned. Unlike "refurbished" racks, our units show zero wear on the gold-plated backplane pins, ensuring maximum signal conductivity and preventing intermittent communication faults.