Product Overview

The 100% Brand New GE IC200CHS003K provides the physical mounting base and electrical interface for one VersaMax I/O module. It utilizes a 36-pin connector style interface for field wiring, allowing technicians to connect/disconnect pre-wired cables rapidly. The carrier snaps onto standard DIN rails and establishes backplane communication between the module and the CPU.

Technical Specifications

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  Carrier Type: Connector-Style

   

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  Module Capacity: 1 VersaMax I/O Module

   

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  Connector: 36-pin D-sub (Female)

   

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  Current Rating: 2 A per I/O point, 8 A per Power/Ground

   

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  Voltage Transients: 300 VAC Max

   

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  Mounting: 35mm DIN Rail (EN 50022)

   

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  Module Orientation: Vertical

   

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  Operating Temp: -20°C to +70°C

   

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  Dimensions: 2.63 x 5.25 in (66.8 x 133.4 mm)

   

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  Weight: 0.1 kg

   

Engineering Advantages

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  Accelerates Module Replacement: The connector-style design allows technicians to unplug the 36-pin cable and swap the I/O module without unterminating field wires. This drastically reduces Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) during maintenance windows.

   

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  Simplifies Panel Layout: The compact footprint and vertical module orientation optimize deep panel space. Engineers mount carriers side-by-side on DIN rails to build high-density I/O clusters close to field devices, shortening sensor cable runs.

   

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  Handles High Current Loads: The carrier supports 2A per I/O point and 8A on commons. It accommodates high-current discrete outputs (like relays or solenoid drivers) directly without intermediate terminal blocks, reducing panel complexity.

   

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  Secures Connections: The 36-pin connector features a latch mechanism. This ensures the cable connector fully seats and resists vibration loosening in mobile equipment or near heavy machinery.

   

FAQs

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  Does this carrier support screw terminals for field wires?

  No. The IC200CHS003K uses a 36-pin connector. You must use a pre-wired cable (e.g., IC200CBL105, IC200CBL110) or build a custom cable using the IC200ACC304 connector kit to terminate field wires.

   

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  Can I use this with high-voltage isolated modules like IC200MDL144?

  No. Due to isolation requirements, this carrier does not support IC200MDL144 (240VAC Input), IC200MDL244 (240VAC Input), or IC200MDD850 (Mixed 240VAC) modules. Use box-style carriers (IC200TBMxxx) for those modules.

   

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  How do I ground the carrier?

  Ground the 35mm DIN rail using a grounding terminal. The carrier bonds to the rail via the mounting clip; ensure the rail has a corrosion-free, conductive finish (e.g., unpainted zinc-plated steel) for proper EMC protection.

   

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  Is the "-K" suffix a functional change from IC200CHS003?

  The "-K" denotes a later manufacturing revision. Electrically and mechanically, it functions identically to the base IC200CHS003. The 100% Brand New unit replaces older versions directly without configuration changes.