{"product_id":"ic694chs398-ge-fanuc-baseplates-and-racks-pacsystems-rx3i","title":"IC694CHS398 GE Fanuc Baseplates and Racks PACSystems RX3i","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC694CHS398\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC694CHS398\u003c\/strong\u003e Expansion Baseplate, operates as a dedicated hardware component for structural chassis optimization and electrical interconnection within PACSystems RX3i platforms. The physical rack provides the local backplane architecture required to map data lines and supply logic voltages across supplementary input\/output modules.\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\u003eIC694CHS398\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.82 kg (1.81 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e131 x 264 x 39 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal bus current draw dependent on installed modules; supports up to 30 W power supply unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 functional slots (1 dedicated power supply slot, 4 general purpose I\/O slots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Bus Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRX3i serial expansion bus protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 VAC continuous from backplane logic traces to metal frame chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect panel attachment via M4 screws or standard 35 mm DIN-rail compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear-mounted 25-pin D-type subminiature expansion port connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Deterministic Backplane Networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe local backplane traces enforce structural parameters to protect internal register states and manage backplane bus communication velocity metrics between adjacent expansions. Programmed addressing protocols drive clear logic segmentation, supporting steady execution when balancing physical I\/O density scaling profiles across distinct panel zones. This structural base operates beneath the execution software layer, sustaining exact firmware flash compatibility across integrated cards while bridging remote operations over Profinet \/ EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum allowable distance when linking the IC694CHS398 expansion baseplate to a primary universal baseplate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The physical boundaries of the RX3i serial expansion bus architecture restrict the overall cumulative cable length to a maximum limit of 15 meters (50 feet) when utilizing standard overall shielded expansion cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can an engineering technician install a central processing unit (CPU) module into any general-purpose slot of this baseplate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The IC694CHS398 is an expansion-only backplane that handles serial bus communications. It lacks the high-speed PCI Express bus interface traces required to boot or execute processes from an RX3i central processing unit module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIN-Rail and Panel Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Snap the chassis rear integrated retention clamps onto a clean 35 mm DIN-rail section, or bolt the backplane frame directly to the enclosure steel subpanel using four M4 pan-head screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Grounding Sequence\u003c\/strong\u003e: Connect a heavy-gauge, low-impedance copper conductor from the dedicated ground terminal stud on the baseplate chassis directly to the primary enclosure safety ground bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpansion Cable Retention\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert the 25-pin D-sub expansion connector plug into the matching port at the baseplate end. Tighten the dual jack screws securely to avoid connection failures caused by mechanical vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Slot Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Disconnect all upstream supply lines before inserting functional cards. Slide each I\/O module down the molded chassis slot guides until the backplane multi-pin plug engages fully into the receiver block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53518803665080,"sku":"IC694CHS398","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/IC694CHS398_1.jpg?v=1779960394","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/ic694chs398-ge-fanuc-baseplates-and-racks-pacsystems-rx3i","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}