IC695CHS016-DA GE RX3i 16-Slot Rack Baseplate Module

Description

Product Model: IC695CHS016-DA
Product Brand: GE Fanuc / Emerson
Product Series: PACSystems RX3i Universal Backplane
Product Features:

• 16-slot universal backplane designed for the RX3i system, supporting both PCI-based and serial I/O modules.
• Dual-bus architecture accommodates IC695 (PCI) and IC694/IC693 serial modules, as well as legacy Series 90-30 I/O modules.
• Horizontal mounting orientation with required cooling clearance ensures reliable operation in industrial enclosures.
• Built-in grounding bar, isolated +24 V input terminal strip and serial expansion connector for remote I/O extension.

Product Role & System Fit

In an automation architecture using the RX3i platform, the IC695CHS016-DA serves as the foundational rack or baseplate where controller CPUs, power supplies, I/O modules and option cards are mounted. The “universal backplane” designation means that this backplane supports a wide range of modules — both high-speed PCI-based modules (IC695 family) and serial I/O modules (IC694/IC693) — giving system designers flexibility to mix legacy and modern components.

Because the IC695CHS016-DA supports up to 16 slots, it accommodates medium-to-large automation racks. You’ll typically find it in mid-sized machines or plant subsystems where a single backplane must host a CPU, power supply, I/O modules, communication modules and possibly motion or specialty modules. The fact that it is listed under the PACSystems RX3i umbrella also means that it’s a direct upgrade path for older GE Series 90-30 systems — you can reuse I/O or option modules, reduce wiring churn, and modernize control infrastructure more cost-effectively.

From a hands-on perspective, when designing a rack you’d place the IC695CHS016-DA horizontally in your enclosure, ensure slot 0 is properly wired (for isolated +24 V input if needed), mount your modules in the designated slots, and route your cable shielding and ground bar correctly. The dual-bus architecture means that each module slot may host either a PCI or serial module connector, simplifying inventory and module selection. The backplane’s compatibility with both fluxes is a big advantage when your system has a mix of newer and legacy modules.