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GE IC693CHS391L Series 90-30 10-Slot CPU Baseplate

  • Model: IC693CHS391L
  • Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson
  • Series: Series 90-30
  • Core Function: 10-slot CPU expansion baseplate
  • Product Type: PLC rack chassis
  • Key Specs: 420 mA at 5 VDC, 9 I/O slots + CPU slot
  • Condition: New
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Description

Product Core Brief

  • Model: IC693CHS391L
  • Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson
  • Series: Series 90-30
  • Core Function: 10-slot CPU expansion baseplate
  • Product Type: PLC rack chassis
  • Key Specs: 420 mA at 5 VDC, 9 I/O slots + CPU slot
  • Condition: New

Key Technical Specifications

  • Slots: 10 total (1 CPU slot, 9 I/O or option slots)
  • Power draw: 420 mA at 5 VDC from backplane
  • Expansion connector: 25-pin D-type female
  • Dimensions: 17.44 in x 5.59 in x 0.42 in (443 x 142 x 11 mm)
  • Weight: 6 lbs (2.7 kg)
  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
  • Backplane voltage: +5 VDC bus
  • Rack addressing: Defaults to rack 0
  • Mounting: Panel mount, horizontal only
  • Internal power: 20 mA at 5 VDC base
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Product Introduction

GE IC693CHS391L is a 10-slot modular CPU baseplate for Series 90-30 PLC systems. Slot 1 takes the CPU or FIP scanner; slots 2-10 hold I/O and option modules. Right-end 25-pin port links to expansion or remote racks.

Houses power supply on left, supports modular CPU swaps for upgrades. Field installs run stable in 24/7 plants—add it to scale from 5-slot mains without rewiring. Match slot count to your I/O needs first.

Troubleshooting Quick Reference

Symptom Possible Cause Relevance to this Part Quick Check Method Recommendation
No backplane power to modules Faulty interlock or expansion cable ✅ High Measure +5 VDC across pins 1-2 on CPU slot with Fluke 87 Reseat power supply; test continuity on 25-pin cable <0.5 Ω
CPU won’t recognize rack slots Wrong rack address or bad connector ✅ Medium Logicmate shows rack 0 only; check DIP on CPU Power cycle; jumper expansion port if single rack
Slot 3+ modules dark, no OK LED Backplane trace open from vibration ✅ High Probe +5 V pin-to-pin across slots (should be 0 Ω) Tighten rack screws to 15 in-lbs; replace if >1 Ω drop
Expansion rack drops offline 25-pin cable damage or length >50 ft ❌ Low Ping continuity on all 25 pins; visual jacket cracks Shorten cable or add repeater; ferrule ends properly
Overheat in crowded rack Poor airflow around baseplate ✅ Low IR gun >55°C on metal; check dust buildup Add 2 in clearance top/bottom; vacuum fins yearly

Photo the rack layout before changes. Baseplates fail from abuse, not age—check power first always. Send diagnostic dumps if no joy

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I mix 5-slot and 10-slot baseplates in one system?
Yes, chain via 25-pin cables up to 7 racks total. Set addresses via CPU software—rack 0 is always the CPU plate.

Condition details?
New Surplus: OEM overstock, checked for bent pins and backplane shorts. No run hours; torque-tested mounts. Full photos on request.

Does it need a separate power supply?
No—the left slot takes standard IC693 PSU. Draws 420 mA base; calc 20% headroom for full I/O load.

Hot-swappable or live expansion?
No. Kill power rack-wide. Live adds spike the +5 V bus. I’ve reset whole lines from that shortcut.

❗ Biggest install gotcha?
❗ Slot 1 is CPU-only—don’t jam I/O there. It won’t latch, and forcing bends traces. Label your racks. Wastes hours every time.

Warranty and stock?
1-year functional. Ships same day post-QC continuity test. Zero lead time from stock.

Upgrades from IC693CHS390?
Direct swap—same footprint, but 391 adds better EMI shielding on backplane. Pin-compatible