PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Overview
The General Electric IC693CHS397 is a 5-slot baseplate for the Series 90-30 programmable logic controller system. This unit provides five numbered module slots alongside a dedicated unnumbered power supply slot on the left. Slot 1 accommodates a modular Central Processing Unit or compatible specialty module such as an FIP Remote scanner. Slots 2 through 5 accept input and output modules or option modules for control applications.
The baseplate functions exclusively as Rack 0, allowing only one CPU baseplate within a single control architecture. An integrated 25-pin D-shell female connector on the right edge supports expansion and remote baseplate interconnection. Total expansion cable length across connected racks must not exceed 50 feet or 15 meters. Internal power consumption requires 270 mA at +5 VDC bus voltage during standard operation.
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Weight | 2.31 lbs (1.05 kg) |
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| No. of CPU slots | One (1) |
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| No. of Power supply slots | One (1) |
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| Slot assignment | CPU / Specialty module: Slot 1 I/O module / Option modules: Slot 2-5 Unnumbered slot: Power supply module Expansion cable: Expansion cable |
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| Product Description | 5-slot CPU baseplate |
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| Number of Slots | 5 |
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| Default rack address | Rack number 0 |
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| No. of I/O slots | Four (4) |
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| Number of I/O Slots | Four (4) |
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| Number of permitted CPU baseplate per system | One (1) |
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| Slot 1 assignment | CPU / Specialty modules |
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| I/O Expansion Bus Connector | 1 |
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| Mounting | Panel Mounting |
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| Slot 2 - 5 assignment | I/O modules / Option modules |
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| Installation Rack | Rack 0 |
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| Current load | 270 mA |
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| P/S Slot | Power Supply Module |
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| Expansion Connector Type | 25-Pine D-Type Female Connector |
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| Bus voltage | +5VDC |
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| Expansion slot | 25-pin D-shell female connector |
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| Expansion and Remote Baseplates | Supported |
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| Maximum expansion cable length | 50 feet or 15 meters |
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| Product Lifecycle Status* | Discontinued/Obsolete |
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| Expansion baseplate | Supported |
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| Internal Power consumption | 270 mA at 5 VDC |
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| Product Lifecycle | Discontinued |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Features
- Contains five numbered slots for modular CPU, option, and I/O modules.
- Includes a dedicated unnumbered left-hand slot specifically sized for power supply modules.
- Equipped with a 25-pin D-shell female expansion connector for downstream rack additions.
- Draws 270 mA at 5 VDC from the system power supply.
- Supports direct panel mounting using integrated baseplate mounting tabs.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Applications
- Houses Series 90-30 modular CPU architectures requiring up to four local I/O modules.
- Serves as the master Rack 0 controller chassis in expanded multi-rack control systems.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Connections / Interfaces
- One unnumbered left-hand slot dedicated exclusively to a Series 90-30 power supply module.
- Slot 1 dedicated to a modular CPU or specialty communication module.
- Slots 2 through 5 dedicated to Series 90-30 I/O and option modules.
- One 25-pin D-shell female connector on the rightmost edge for expansion cables.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Installation Guidelines
- Mount the unit securely to a panel using the integrated mounting tabs.
- Install the system power supply into the unnumbered slot on the far left.
- Seat the CPU or communication module into Slot 1.
- Maintain total expansion cable length under 50 feet or 15 meters across racks.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Configuration Guidelines
- Configure the baseplate as Rack 0 in the programming software.
- Assign modular CPU definitions to Slot 1 during hardware configuration.
- Map discrete and analog modules in slots 2 through 5 according to system addressing.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compatibility
- Compatible with General Electric Series 90-30 modular programmable logic controllers.
- Supports Series 90-30 modular CPU modules and FIP Remote I/O scanner modules in Slot 1.
- Interconnects with Series 90-30 expansion baseplates and remote baseplates.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Lifecycle / Replacement Information
- The IC693CHS397 baseplate is categorized as discontinued and obsolete by the original manufacturer.
- The Series 90-30 platform transitioned from GE Fanuc Automation ownership to Emerson Automation.
COMPATIBILITY
Compatibility & Replacement
COMPATIBLE MODELSCompatible with General Electric Series 90-30 modular programmable logic controllers. Supports Series 90-30 modular CPU modules and FIP Remote I/O scanner modules in Slot 1. Interconnects with Series 90-30 expansion baseplates and remote baseplates.
Verify compatibility against the exact Part Number, revision and manufacturer documentation before ordering.
PART VERIFICATION
Before You Order
Industrial automation parts can share similar model names, suffixes and revisions. Confirm the complete manufacturer Part Number before purchase.
01Check Part NumberMatch the complete ordering code on the existing unit.
02Confirm RevisionCheck suffix, hardware or firmware when applicable.
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ORDERING PROCESS
From RFQ to Dispatch
1Submit Part Number2Verify Product Identity3Confirm Stock & Condition4Issue Quotation5Dispatch & Tracking
PRODUCT FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total modules can the General Electric IC693CHS397 host?
The baseplate accommodates one power supply module, one CPU module, and four I/O or option modules.
What is the maximum expansion cable length supported by the IC693CHS397?
Total expansion cable length connecting additional expansion or remote baseplates must not exceed 50 feet or 15 meters.
Can multiple IC693CHS397 CPU baseplates be installed in one system?
No, a Series 90-30 system supports only one CPU baseplate, permanently assigned as Rack 0.
What is the internal current load of the IC693CHS397 baseplate?
The baseplate internal circuit consumes 270 mA of current from the +5 VDC bus supply.
