Shielded Rack Expansion Cable GE IC200CBL600C
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IC200CBL600C
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: PLC Cables
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE IC200CBL600C VersaMax Rack Expansion Cable
The GE IC200CBL600C, also cataloged as the IC200CBL600 Rack Expansion Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for physical data transmission between VersaMax base PLCs and expansion receiver modules within GE VersaMax systems. Configured as a shielded, single-ended cable assembly, the unit maintains high-speed electrical continuity across modular racks. The factory-terminated connectors route digital and analog I/O communication signals over a 1 m (or 0.6 m) overall length without requiring manual field wiring.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC200CBL600C (IC200CBL600) |
| Brand | GE Fanuc / Emerson |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.13 kg to 0.16 kg (0.29 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 24 x 9 x 4 cm |
| Operating Temp | -20 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive (0 W draw) |
| System Compatibility | VersaMax PLC expansion modules and receivers |
| Cable Type | Shielded expansion cable (single-ended) |
| Cable Length | 1 m (3.3 ft) nominal / 0.6 m variants |
| Signal Transmission | Digital and analog expansion bus signals |
| Shielding | Integrated braided noise protection |
| Standards Compliance | UL, CE compliant |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Deterministic Network Scaling
The expansion cable maintains system backplane bus communication velocity by preserving signal integrity across separated expansion sub-racks. Integrated high-density braid shielding prevents electromagnetic interference from corrupting deterministic packet transmission loops. The low-impedance conductors maintain deterministic networks data transfer stability during high I/O density scaling routines. Additionally, the factory-molded strain reliefs preserve pin alignment, eliminating signal degradation caused by mechanical vibration and maintaining full firmware flash compatibility across connected sub-assemblies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the IC200CBL600C cable require manual pin wiring during panel mounting?
A: No, the cable assembly features pre-terminated industrial connectors that plug directly into VersaMax expansion receiver modules.
Q: How does the integrated cable shielding handle external electrical noise inside a control cabinet?
A: The single-ended braid shield diverts continuous high-frequency noise and electromagnetic interference away from internal data conductors to ground.
Q: Can engineers extend the IC200CBL600C cable by splicing conductors in the field?
A: Field splicing alters matched impedance parameters and destroys noise shielding, resulting in communication errors across the expansion rack; installers must use factory-built longer cable options instead.
Field Installation Guidelines
Mount the primary VersaMax PLC controller and expansion receiver modules before routing the expansion cable. Ensure a minimum bending radius of five times the outer cable diameter during installation to avoid internal wire stress. Insert the molded cable plug into the expansion port until the retention latches snap securely into place. Ground the single-ended drain shield directly to the designated DIN-rail ground terminal to maintain full noise immunity. Route the assembly through dedicated low-voltage wiring ducts, keeping clear of high-voltage AC lines and variable frequency drives.