{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic200chs005-versamax-spring-style-i-o-carrier","title":"GE Fanuc IC200CHS005 VersaMax Spring-Style I\/O Carrier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC200CHS005 VersaMax Spring-Style I\/O Carrier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC200CHS005\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003eIC200CHS005\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring-Style I\/O Carrier utilized to execute signal routing and backplane bus power distribution across VersaMax I\/O platforms. The module mounts directly onto standard 35 mm DIN rails, accommodating a single VersaMax I\/O module while establishing power, logic, and physical terminal connections. Featuring 36 spring-clamp terminals, it provides termination for up to 32 I\/O points alongside 4 shared power distribution buses rated up to 264 V AC and 8.0 A total current capacity.\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\u003eIC200CHS005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc \/ Emerson\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\u003e0.88 lbs (0.40 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e132 mm x 110 mm x 50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 deg C to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive pass-through (8.0 A maximum power bus capacity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTermination Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 Spring-clamp style terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e264 V AC maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 A total power\/ground bus, 2.0 A per point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShared Power Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 bus connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\/O Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 I\/O points per module carrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 35 mm DIN rail or base panel mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal base orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards \u0026amp; Certifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL, CE, CSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI\/O Density Scaling \u0026amp; Backplane Bus Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC200CHS005 carrier establishes structured I\/O density scaling within compact VersaMax drop configurations. Internal backplane bus connectors pass high-speed logic communications and module operating voltages directly between adjacent carriers without external inter-rack wiring. The spring-clamp connection block maintains constant contact pressure against solid or stranded conductors (0.14 mm2 to 1.5 mm2), resisting mechanical vibration while eliminating terminal screw retightening maintenance. Integrated power distribution buses distribute up to 8.0 A across shared terminal groups to isolate field supply lines from logic bus signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What wire gauge range does the IC200CHS005 spring-clamp terminal block accept?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The spring-clamp terminals accept solid or stranded copper wire sizes ranging from 0.14 mm2 to 1.5 mm2 (26 AWG to 16 AWG) stripped to a standard length of 8 mm to 9 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can I remove or insert an I\/O module from the IC200CHS005 carrier while backplane power is applied?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, module removal or insertion requires removing power from the VersaMax rack backplane to prevent data bus interruption or transient arc discharge across internal backplane pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How are field power and common signals distributed across the carrier terminals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The carrier contains 4 shared internal power connections rated for 8.0 A total current, allowing common power leads to jumper internally across channels without external distribution blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, align the IC200CHS005 carrier onto the 35 mm DIN rail in a horizontal orientation, pressing firmly until the rear locking latch fully engages the rail lip. Next, snap adjacent VersaMax carriers together along the horizontal plane to mate the internal backplane bus connectors securely before mounting the upper I\/O module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen wiring field devices, strip individual conductors to 8 mm. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the spring release slot, push down to open the internal clamp, insert the stripped conductor wire, and remove the screwdriver to establish a gas-tight mechanical connection. Finally, route all AC power wiring away from sensitive DC input lines and verify that the earth ground connection on the DIN rail provides a low-impedance path to cabinet ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEO Suite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44478796496995,"sku":"IC200CHS005","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/519._a729bde8-7ba3-48ce-937c-bc97688a5467.jpg?v=1786614691","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic200chs005-versamax-spring-style-i-o-carrier","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}