36-Terminal Box Style I/O Carrier | GE Fanuc IC200CHS022N
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC200CHS022N
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: I/O Modules
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE Fanuc IC200CHS022N VersaMax Box Style I/O Carrier
The GE Fanuc IC200CHS022N, also cataloged as the IC200CHS022 Box-Style I/O Carrier, operates as a dedicated hardware component for field signal termination and backplane bus connection within VersaMax automation platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200CHS022N |
| Brand | GE Fanuc |
| Origin | Refer to device label |
| Weight | 0.34 kg (0.75 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 mm x 66.8 mm x 50 mm |
| Operating Temp | -20 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive carrier (no active logic draw) |
| Field Terminals | 36 box-style / spring-clamp terminals |
| Wire Capacity | 0.5 to 2.5 mm2 (AWG #14 to #22 single, up to AWG #18 dual) |
| Terminal Voltage Rating | 300 V AC/DC max |
| Terminal Current Rating | 10 A max per terminal |
| Mounting Type | 35 mm DIN rail or sub-panel mounting |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & I/O Density Scaling
The carrier module links adjacent field nodes using integrated carrier-to-carrier connectors, maintaining high backplane bus communication velocity across the VersaMax local rail. Integrated internal copper paths channel logic power, ground references, and field signals directly to the plugged-in I/O module interface. With support for 36 discrete field wiring points within a compact footprint, the unit optimizes I/O density scaling inside control enclosures while maintaining physical channel-to-channel isolation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can an I/O module be removed from the IC200CHS022N carrier while field wiring remains connected?
A: You can disconnect and replace the active I/O module directly from the carrier face without disturbing the 36 field wiring terminals, provided field power feeds are isolated to prevent arcing across backplane pins.
Q: What grounding precautions must be taken during DIN rail installation to prevent EMC interference?
A: You must ensure the DIN rail itself connects directly to protective earth (PE) with low impedance, as the metallic grounding clip on the back of the carrier relies on physical rail contact for EMC shielding.
Q: What is the maximum current capacity supported per terminal block connection?
A: Each individual terminal supports a maximum rating of 10 A at 300 V AC/DC; circuits exceeding 10 A require external interposing power relays.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mount the carrier horizontally onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail or secure it to the sub-panel using mounting screws through the dedicated chassis slots. Route incoming signal wires to the 36 terminals, stripping wire insulation appropriately for solid or stranded copper conductors ranging from AWG #14 to #22. Ensure adjacent carrier units snap tightly together to engage the side-mounted carrier-to-carrier backplane bus connectors before seating the target VersaMax I/O module onto the top socket.