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GE A02B-0218-B502 Control Unit Chassis

Brand/Manufacturer: GE

Order Number: A02B-0218-B502

Type: PLC Backplanes

Country of Origin: USA

Condition: Original Brand

Lead Time: Available in stock

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Description

The GE Fanuc A02B-0218-B502, also cataloged as the A02B-0218-B502 Control Unit Chassis, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical module housing and backplane interconnection within GE Fanuc Series 21-TB CNC platforms. Configured as a 2-slot rack enclosure weighing 1.13 kg (2.49 lbs), it provides the structural frame and bus interface channels required to seat CPU, power supply, or option cards controlling machine tool motion loops.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

The catalog identifier indicates specific structural layout and system integration parameters for GE Fanuc CNC chassis hardware:

  • A02B: GE Fanuc mechanical housing and main control unit subrack prefix.
  • 0218: Series 21 system platform generation index.
  • -B502: 2-slot rack physical frame configuration designator for Series 21-TB controllers.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model A02B-0218-B502
Brand GE Fanuc
Origin Japan
Weight 1.13 kg (2.49 lbs)
Dimensions Standard Series 21 2-Slot Frame Dimensions
Operating Temp 0 to 55 deg C
Power Consumption Passive Frame Assembly (Power routed via installed power supply card)
Slot Configuration 2 Slots
Enclosure Type Open Subrack / Frame Only
Compatible System GE Fanuc Series 21-TB CNC

Backplane Bus Communication & Frame Architecture

The two-slot internal bus structure maintains high backplane bus communication velocity across plugged control cards, minimizing propagation delay between CPU processing units and I/O interface channels. Rigid ground-plane plating ensures electromagnetic shielding and stable low-impedance paths across the backplane traces. Physical connector guides preserve firmware flash compatibility and signal pin alignment during module insertion, sustaining deterministic real-time communication across Series 21-TB control loops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the A02B-0218-B502 frame assembly include an integrated power supply card or CPU module?

A: No. The A02B-0218-B502 is a "Frame Only" 2-slot chassis subrack. System cards, power supply units, and CPU modules must be installed into the slot positions separately.

Q: How is chassis ground continuity maintained across installed modules?

A: Internal card guide tracks and backplane mounting points feature conductive metal contact pads that link installed card ground planes directly to the main chassis earth point.

Field Installation Guidelines

  1. Turn off main power to the CNC electrical cabinet prior to mounting or dismounting the control unit frame.
  2. Secure the 2-slot frame to the cabinet mounting plate using designated grounding screws to ensure continuous enclosure shield grounding.
  3. Align internal circuit cards strictly along the top and bottom card guides before sliding them into backplane edge connectors.
  4. Verify that card retention latches or front panel locking screws are fully tightened to resist machine tool vibration.
  5. Ensure cabinet air ventilation clearances are maintained above and below the frame assembly to support passive thermal convection.
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