{"product_id":"ic693chs398-ge-fanuc-5-slot-expansion-baseplate-new-original-stock","title":"IC693CHS398 GE Fanuc 5-Slot Expansion Baseplate | New \u0026 Original Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC693CHS398 Series 90-30 I\/O Expansion Baseplate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for specific technical tasks in Series 90-30 PLC platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC693CHS398H\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eIC693CHS398\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O Expansion Baseplate) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. The hardware operates as a local bus extension chassis containing 5 dedicated I\/O\/option module slots and 1 unnumbered power supply slot. Lacking an integrated central processing unit slot, this component routes logic commands and system power backplane lines from a primary CPU rack through a 25-pin D-shell female expansion connector to facilitate remote physical point concentration.\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\u003eIC693CHS398H \/ IC693CHS398\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\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 lbs (0.57 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 in x 1.0 in x 11.0 in (12.7 cm x 2.5 cm x 27.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170 mA @ 5 VDC internal current load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Slot Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\/O Slot Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 slots (Slots 1 through 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 unnumbered slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPU Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack Address Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in physical DIP switch bank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+5 VDC logic plane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-pin D-type female interface connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRigid backpanel mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks and I\/O Density Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC693CHS398 functions as a baseline physical footprint to accommodate structured I\/O density scaling across a localized area. When data frames are gathered by input modules in slots 1 through 5, the parallel data packets are pushed across the internal chassis bus to the master CPU via shielded cabling systems. While this chassis uses standard parallel bus architecture, the combined point matrix interfaces directly with modern upstream Profinet or EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks through compatible communication bus controllers. All modules residing within this frame preserve native firmware flash compatibility with the supervisory CPU, enabling predictable bit allocation mapping across the distributed layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum number of IC693CHS398 expansion baseplates that can be attached to a single controller system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: The maximum configuration limit depends entirely on the model of the supervising CPU module.\u003c\/strong\u003e Systems running a modular CPU 331, 340, or 341 support a maximum connection limit of four expansion baseplates. Systems utilizing a higher-tier CPU 350 processor can scale up to support a maximum limit of seven expansion baseplates connected to the same master node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can modules be hot-swapped within slots 1 through 5 while the baseplate power supply is turned on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: No.\u003c\/strong\u003e The internal backplane lines of the Series 90-30 system do not possess active isolation or current-limiting controls for on-the-fly card changes. Attempting to pull out or plug in any module while the unnumbered power supply slot is actively running can disrupt parallel bus processing logic and cause processor faults or electrical hardware failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Panel Fastening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isolate all primary system power supplies before physical attachment. Secure the baseplate frame vertically onto a rigid metallic enclosure backpanel via the integrated pre-drilled flange holes. Confirm a solid metal-to-metal connection to support optimal structural alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack Addressing Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to clicking modules into place or supplying electrical current, configure the dedicated chassis identification address using the local onboard DIP switch bank. Duplicate rack address indices on the same physical link will stop the processor from scanning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabling Integrity and Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Link the 25-pin expansion bus port to the upstream baseplate via continuous-shield cables (models IC693CBL300, 301, 312, 313, or the terminated 302 variant). 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