{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-a03b-0807-c200-i-o-expansion-module","title":"GE Fanuc A03B-0807-C200 I\/O Expansion Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc A03B-0807-C200\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eA03B-0807-C200\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O Expansion Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for peripheral bus bridging and remote sub-rack connection within Fanuc I\/O Model K \/ CNC control systems. Mounted directly onto an I\/O base rack, this module extends communication address lines and control clock signals from the primary rack to secondary expansion base units, allowing multi-rack field I\/O configurations across a unified control node.\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-C200\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\u003e0.42 lbs (0.19 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact Fanuc I\/O sub-rack plugin module\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\u003eLogic side powered via main backplane bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFanuc CNC \/ I\/O Model K platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterconnect Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density expansion bus cable connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication \u0026amp; I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eA03B-0807-C200\u003c\/strong\u003e expansion unit extends total backplane bus communication velocity across secondary rack frames without adding signal propagation latencies. Designed to support modular I\/O density scaling, the unit enables real-time cyclic scanning of expanded discrete and analog channels. Strict firmware flash compatibility must be verified across the main bus interface driver card to ensure synchronized address allocation and prevent expansion bus parity errors during power-up diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the expansion cable connected to the A03B-0807-C200 be disconnected while the system is powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Disconnecting the expansion bus cable while 24 VDC logic power is active will interrupt communication timing loops and cause an immediate CPU alarm and bus stop fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary cause of communication timeout alarms on this expansion module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Timeout errors are typically caused by unshielded expansion cables, loose connector latching mechanisms, or improper termination resistors at the end of the expansion rack chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Disconnection: Fully de-energize the CNC controller and all connected I\/O power supplies before seating the expansion module or attaching bus cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable Shielding: Connect the expansion cable shield drain wire directly to the enclosure ground terminal to prevent high-frequency EMI noise from corrupting data packets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModule Mounting: Seat the module vertically in its designated rack slot until the retention latch snaps into place, ensuring complete pin engagement with the backplane connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFastener Torque: Tighten module faceplate securing screws to hand tightness (maximum 0.6 Nm) to maintain continuous contact pressure and ground continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50524848816243,"sku":"A03B-0807-C200","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/screenshot_2026-09-24_15-51-35_Cocoai.jpg?v=1790237472","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/ge-fanuc-a03b-0807-c200-i-o-expansion-module","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}