Product Overview

The 100% Brand New GE IC200CHS006 provides the mechanical mounting base and electrical interface for VersaMax communication modules (e.g., IC200BEMxxx series) and high-density 32-point discrete I/O modules. It features screw-type terminals for field wiring and snaps onto standard 35mm DIN rails. The carrier establishes the backplane connection for data exchange between the mounted module and the VersaMax CPU.

Technical Specifications

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  Carrier Type: Local Communications / High-Density I/O

   

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  Terminal Type: Screw-type (High-density)

   

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  Wiring Capacity: 0.5 mm² to 2.5 mm² (20 to 12 AWG)

   

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  Module Capacity: 1 VersaMax Module

   

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  Mounting: 35mm DIN Rail (EN 50022)

   

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

   

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  Voltage Transients: 300 VAC Max

   

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  Backplane Connection: Integrated male/female bus connectors

   

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  Operating Temp: 0°C to +60°C

   

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  Dimensions: 120 x 100 x 30 mm (Approx.)

   

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  Weight: 0.21 kg (0.46 lbs)

   

Engineering Advantages

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  Accommodates Complex Wiring: The screw-terminal design handles the higher wire counts required by communication modules (multiple bus lines, shields) and 32-point discrete modules, eliminating the need for external splice blocks.

   

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  Secures Sensitive Electronics: The carrier provides a stable, grounded platform. It protects communication modules from vibrational stress and ensures shielded cables terminate correctly to minimize EMI on high-speed buses (Profibus/DeviceNet).

   

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  Simplifies Panel Expansion: Technicians snap the carrier onto DIN rails anywhere in the panel, not just in pre-drilled rack positions. This allows distributed I/O clusters near field devices, reducing long home-run cables.

   

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  Ensures Bus Integrity: The integrated backplane connectors pass logic power and bus signals seamlessly. The rigid mounting maintains pin contact integrity for deterministic data transfer required by fieldbus protocols.

   

FAQs

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  Which modules are compatible with this carrier?

  The IC200CHS006 primarily supports VersaMax Communication Modules (IC200BEM002, IC200BEM103, IC200BEM104, etc.) and high-density 32-point discrete I/O modules. It generally does not support analog modules or isolated high-voltage modules.

   

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  Does this carrier use a 36-pin connector like the IC200CHS003?

  No. The IC200CHS006 uses screw terminals for field wiring. The IC200CHS003 uses a 36-pin D-sub connector requiring a cable. Choose the CHS006 when direct point-to-point wiring is preferred over pre-wired cables.

   

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  Can I mix this carrier with Box/Spring carriers in one system?

  Yes. The VersaMax system supports mixing different carrier types (CHS001, CHS002, CHS003, CHS006) on the same DIN rail or rack, as long as the specific I/O module's isolation requirements match the carrier type.

   

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  Does the carrier require a separate power supply?

  No. The carrier draws backplane power (5V/3.3V) for logic. Field devices (like sensors or comms terminations) may require an external 24VDC supply wired to the carrier terminals depending on the module type.