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Product Model: IC695CHS012-FA
Product Brand: GE / GE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)
Product Series: PACSystems RX3i
Product Features:
• 12-slot universal backplane base providing mechanical support and electrical connectivity for RX3i modules.
• Dual-bus architecture supports both high-speed PCI and serial communications.
• Hot-swap capable for compatible modules, reducing maintenance downtime.
• Terminal block for optional isolated +24 VDC power feed and grounded backplane structure.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Model | IC695CHS012-FA |
| Product Type | 12-Slot Universal Backplane |
| Brand | GE / GE Fanuc (Emerson Automation) |
| Series | PACSystems RX3i |
| Number of Slots | 12 universal slots (supports PCI & serial buses) |
| Backplane Support | High-speed PCI and serial bus communications |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes (module-dependent) |
| Internal Power | 600 mA @ 3.3 VDC; 240 mA @ 5 VDC |
| Mounting Orientation | Horizontal inside control cabinet |
| Minimum Clearance | 102 mm / 4 in on all sides for cooling |
| Protective Rating | IP20 / NEMA Type 1 (enclosure required) |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 457.2 × 141.4 × 147.3 mm (18.01 × 5.57 × 5.80 in) |
| Weight | ~1.8 – 3 kg (varies by vendor) |
| Expansion Support | Connects to additional serial/remote backplanes via expansion modules |
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Product Role & System Fit
At the heart of any modular programmable automation controller (PAC) system is its backplane — the structural and electrical backbone that connects multiple modules into a coherent control platform. The IC695CHS012-FA is a 12-slot universal backplane engineered for the GE Fanuc PACSystems RX3i series, providing a rugged and flexible baseplate that houses CPUs, I/O modules, power supplies, communications interfaces, and specialty modules.
Unlike fixed-function controllers that integrate everything into a single enclosure, modular PAC architectures separate functionality into swappable modules. This allows system designers to optimize configurations for specific applications, whether that means high channel count I/O, redundancy, motion control, or network communications. The IC695CHS012-FA supports this approach by delivering 12 horizontal slots on a dual-bus backplane that unifies all installed modules into a high-speed control network.
The backplane’s dual communication buses — PCI for modern high-speed RX3i modules (catalog numbers starting with IC695) and a serial bus for legacy I/O and option cards (IC694 and IC693 families) — enable hybrid system designs that blend next-generation performance with proven field hardware. This interoperability provides system integrators and automation engineers with a pragmatic pathway for incremental upgrades and mixed deployments.
Within a standard rack, the IC695CHS012-FA sets the foundation for a compact control system. Its horizontal mounting style and clear slot numbering simplify module placement and wiring logic diagrams. The leftmost position (often called Slot 0) is reserved for a compatible power supply, which feeds regulated voltages across the backplane bus and ensures proper operation of logic and I/O modules.
