GE Fanuc RX3i IC693CHS393 | High-Speed Serial Baseplate

Product Overview

The GE Fanuc IC693CHS393 serves as a high-capacity 10-slot remote expansion baseplate for both Series 90-30 and PACSystems RX3i control architectures. This 100% Brand New original unit allows engineers to extend I/O capabilities up to 700 feet (213 meters) from the CPU baseplate. It provides the essential physical and electrical backbone for mounting up to ten modules, including a power supply and nine I/O or option modules. Engineered for distributed control, the IC693CHS393 utilizes a high-speed serial bus to maintain deterministic data exchange in large-scale factory automation and process environments.

Technical Specifications

Engineering Advantages

• Extended Distributed Topology: The IC693CHS393 enables I/O placement close to field devices while the CPU remains in a protected control room. This capability supports cable runs up to 700 feet, significantly reducing field wiring costs and labor.

• High-Density I/O Hosting: With 10 available slots, this baseplate accommodates large clusters of digital, analog, and specialized communication modules. It maximizes cabinet space efficiency by consolidating multiple I/O points into a single, rugged chassis.

• Optimized Serial Communication: The integrated backplane supports high-speed serial data transfer. This ensures that remote signals reach the central processor with minimal latency, maintaining the performance standards required for high-speed machine control.

• Rigid Industrial Construction: GE Fanuc designed this baseplate to withstand the vibrations and thermal stresses of harsh process industries. The secure module seating mechanism prevents intermittent connectivity issues caused by mechanical shock in heavy industrial environments.

• Universal 90-30/RX3i Compatibility: This chassis accepts standard Series 90-30 I/O modules, providing a stable expansion path for legacy systems and newer RX3i configurations that utilize serial remote I/O.

FAQs

• Does the IC693CHS393 support RX3i PCI-based modules?

  No. This baseplate supports high-speed serial communication only. It does not provide the PCI bus required for certain advanced RX3i modules. Ensure your module selection matches the serial backplane specification.

• What cable should I use for the 700-foot expansion?

  You must use the GE Fanuc approved shielded expansion cables to connect the IC693CHS393 to the CPU baseplate. Proper shielding and grounding are mandatory to ensure data integrity over long distances.

• Can I hot-swap modules in this baseplate?

  The IC693CHS393 does not support hot-swapping. You must power down the baseplate before removing or inserting any modules to prevent electrical damage to the backplane or the I/O cards.