{"product_id":"5-slot-expansion-baseplate-ic693chs398-ge-fanuc-series-90-30","title":"5-Slot Expansion Baseplate IC693CHS398 GE Fanuc Series 90-30","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC693CHS398H is a 5-slot expansion baseplate for the GE Fanuc Series 90-30 PLC system. It is used to extend the I\/O capacity of an existing PLC setup by providing additional slots for discrete, analog, and specialty modules. The baseplate connects to a CPU or another baseplate via a standard expansion cable, allowing flexible system scaling. This unit is supplied as 100% brand new and original, ensuring reliable mechanical mounting and stable backplane communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplate Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion baseplate (requires CPU base connection)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot 0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReserved for power supply module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\/O Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 (Slots 1–4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-pin D-sub connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Cable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 15 m (50 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 × 175 × 60 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Scalability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnables easy expansion of I\/O capacity without replacing the main CPU, reducing upgrade costs and preserving existing system investments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small footprint allows installation in space-constrained control cabinets while maintaining structured module organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable Backplane Communication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures reliable and low-latency data transfer between expansion modules and the CPU, supporting deterministic PLC operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Industrial Interconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 25-pin D-sub expansion connection provides vibration-resistant communication suitable for harsh industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a CPU be installed in this baseplate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The IC693CHS398H is an expansion baseplate only and does not support CPU installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require a power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A dedicated power supply module must be installed in Slot 0 of the baseplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many expansion racks are supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically up to seven expansion or remote baseplates, depending on CPU model and system configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the product factory sealed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The IC693CHS398H is supplied as 100% brand new, original equipment in factory-sealed packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE FANUC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52233019687224,"sku":"IC693CHS398H","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/1616\/3896\/files\/IC693CHS398H2.jpg?v=1776648343","url":"https:\/\/www.automodulexpert.com\/az\/products\/5-slot-expansion-baseplate-ic693chs398-ge-fanuc-series-90-30","provider":"AutoModuleXpert Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}