GE Fanuc IC670CHS002 IC670CHS002E Field Control Terminal Base
GE Fanuc IC670CHS002 IC670CHS002E Field Control Terminal Base
GE Fanuc IC670CHS002 IC670CHS002E Field Control Terminal Base
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GE Fanuc IC670CHS002 IC670CHS002E Field Control Terminal Base

  • Manufacturer: GE Fanuc

  • Part Number: IC670CHS002

  • Condition:New with Original Package

  • Product Type: I/O Terminal Bases

  • Country of Origin: USA

  • Payment:T/T, Western Union

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

GE Fanuc IC670CHS002 Field Control Terminal Block

The GE Fanuc IC670CHS002, also cataloged as the IC670CHS002E I/O Terminal Base, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical field wiring termination and module interconnections within GE Field Control systems. It provides direct electrical connectivity for up to two Field Control I/O modules, routing field signals through internal backplane buses to the primary Bus Interface Unit.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

Part Number / Identifier Hardware Revision & Status Description
IC670CHS002 Base Field Control 2-Tier Box Terminal Base Model
IC670CHS002A Legacy Hardware Revision Variant
IC670CHS002D Intermediate Hardware Revision Variant
IC670CHS002E Updated Production Revision Unit
IC670CHS002F Final Production Revision Designation

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model IC670CHS002 (Revision Variant: IC670CHS002E)
Brand GE Fanuc
Origin USA
Weight 0.51 kg (1.13 lbs) / Alternate Base: 0.10 kg (0.04 lbs - 0.22 lbs)
Dimensions 25 mm x 108 mm x 127 mm (1.0 in x 4.25 in x 5.0 in)
Operating Temp 0 deg C to 55 deg C (Storage: -20 deg C to +85 deg C)
Power Consumption Passive Base (10 A max current capacity per terminal)
Rated Voltage 24 VDC Nominal Field Bus Voltage
Module Capacity Accommodates up to 2 I/O modules (Suffix J or later)
Terminal Type 37-position 2-tier box screw terminals
Wire Size One AWG #14 or two AWG #18 to AWG #22
Screw Terminal Torque 4.5 in-lbs (0.51 Nm)
Mounting Style 35 mm DIN rail mountable or direct panel mount

Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & I/O Density Scaling

The IC670CHS002 maintains backplane bus communication velocity across adjacent terminal bases through multi-pin internal connectors, passing logic signals without latency. Its dual-tier box terminal arrangement expands I/O density scaling inside control enclosures by accommodating 37 wiring termination points across a compact mounting footprint. Integrated firmware flash compatibility across installed processing cards relies on the base's mechanical alignment tracks to establish solid pin engagement and uncorrupted bus routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does replacing an installed I/O module on the IC670CHS002 require disconnecting field wiring?

A: No. The I/O modules seat directly onto the top of the terminal base structure, allowing technicians to replace faulty modules without disturbing external field wiring terminated at the screw blocks.

Q: What is the maximum current rating permitted across individual screw terminals?

A: Each screw terminal supports a continuous maximum current load of 10 A.

Q: Can the IC670CHS002 base accommodate two wires per terminal point?

A: Yes. Each terminal position accepts either a single AWG #14 wire or two individual conductors ranging from AWG #18 to AWG #22.

Field Installation Guidelines

  • De-energize all primary subrack supply power and external field wiring circuits prior to mounting or wiring the base unit.
  • Snap the base assembly securely onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail or fasten it directly to the enclosure backpanel using mounting hardware.
  • Strip field conductors to the specified strip length, insert wires into the 2-tier box terminals, and torque all screws to 4.5 in-lbs (0.51 Nm).
  • Verify mechanical guide alignment before pressing I/O modules onto the base connector interface to avoid bending backplane contacts.
  • Maintain adequate physical separation between high-voltage AC field wiring lines and low-voltage DC communication logic signals.
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