{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic693chs391m-baseplate-expansion-rack","title":"GE Fanuc IC693CHS391M Baseplate Expansion Rack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693CHS391M\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC693CHS391\u003c\/strong\u003e Baseplate Expansion Rack, operates as a dedicated hardware component for backplane power distribution and I\/O module bus extending within Series 90-30 PLC systems. Connected to a primary baseplate via an expansion cable, this 10-slot chassis provides physical mounting positions and backplane signal routing for up to 10 discrete, analog, or option 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\u003eIC693CHS391M\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\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.20 lbs (1.91 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.4 in x 5.1 in x 5.5 in (442 mm x 130 mm x 140 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 (32 to 140 deg F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane bus powered via standard power supply module slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 I\/O Module Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal \/ Remote Expansion Baseplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-pin D-sub Expansion Bus Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePLCs\/Machine Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplates and Racks\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; I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterfacing directly with the CPU main rack via shielded expansion cabling, the IC693CHS391M maintains high backplane bus communication velocity across all 10 module positions. Internal low-impedance traces optimize high-density I\/O scaling, ensuring synchronous data transfer rates without bus reflection or signal loss. Onboard power distribution planes deliver regulated logic power from the chassis-mounted power supply to each slot card edge receptacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can a CPU module be installed in the IC693CHS391M expansion baseplate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The IC693CHS391M is an expansion chassis and does not support CPU module placement; CPU modules must reside in slot 1 of a main CPU baseplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What power supply module is compatible with the IC693CHS391M chassis?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A standard Series 90-30 power supply module (such as IC693PWR321 or IC693PWR330) must be plugged into the leftmost slot position to energize the backplane bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many expansion baseplates can be daisy-chained to a single Series 90-30 CPU system?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Up to 4 expansion baseplates (or up to 7, depending on CPU model specifications and bus cable distance limits) can be connected to a single CPU main rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDe-energize all primary line power sources to the system rack and connected field devices before panel installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the baseplate chassis vertically onto an enclosure panel using four M4 (No. 8) screws to maintain adequate heat dissipation clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the expansion bus cable is securely fastened to the 25-pin D-sub connector using the integrated retaining screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall a bus terminator plug on the final expansion baseplate in the daisy-chain to suppress electrical reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect a heavy-gauge copper conductor from the ground stud on the chassis base directly to the main cabinet earth ground bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\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\u003eA02B-0118-C043\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.23 lbs (1.01 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Power Mate Operator Panel Cutout\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\u003eLogic side power draw nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperator Panel Keypad \/ MDI Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc Power Mate Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-pin Ribbon Cable \/ Terminal Header\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Backplane Communication and Key-Matrix Scanning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operator keypad unit processes key-switch actuation sequences over high-speed bus interfaces, ensuring real-time signal transmission to the main controller logic without key-bounce latency. Integrated signal filtering circuits prevent transient electrical interference from corrupting data transfer between the MDI surface panel and the internal processing bus. High-density matrix routing ensures firmware flash compatibility and deterministic input parsing during active machine setup and parameter entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is this keypad unit hot-swappable while the main control panel power is active?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, control system power must be completely turned off before disconnecting or installing the keypad interface to prevent voltage spikes across the input matrix lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How are operator key presses transmitted from the keypad to the host controller?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Signals are encoded via an internal key-matrix scan circuit and routed directly through a dedicated multi-pin interface cable connected to the main controller board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What environmental precautions should be taken for the keypad front panel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Ensure the perimeter panel gasket is properly seated during installation to maintain enclosure sealing against airborne coolant mist, oil splash, and dust particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDe-energize and lock out all main system power supplies before removing or mounting the keypad unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the keypad assembly into the operator panel cutout, verifying that the sealing gasket rests flat against the enclosure surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten panel retaining screws evenly in a cross pattern to establish a uniform dust-tight seal without warping the faceplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug the multi-pin interface cable firmly into the keypad circuit connector, ensuring mechanical locking clips are fully engaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect cabinet protective shielding to the central protective earth (PE) ground lug using short, low-impedance copper grounding straps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66750113022067,"sku":"IC693CHS391M","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/IC693CHS392C2_Cocoai_e18511b4-2bdb-487a-9c50-7705e370cbb0.jpg?v=1790750290","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic693chs391m-baseplate-expansion-rack","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}