
Product Description
Product Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Electric |
| Model/Part Number | IC200CHS001A |
| Description | VersaMax I/O Carrier Base (Barrier-Style, Revision A) |
Product Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | IC200CHS001A |
| Product Name | IC200CHS001 VersaMax Barrier-Style I/O Carrier |
| Application | Mounts VersaMax I/O modules (discrete, analog, specialty) in a DIN-rail or panel-mounted PLC rack; provides barrier-style terminal blocks for field wiring |
| Compatibility | All VersaMax I/O modules (IC200MDLxxx, IC200ALGxxx, IC200MDDxxx); supports CPU, NIU, and expansion configurations |
| Function | Supplies backplane power, field power distribution, module keying, and wiring terminals; Revision A includes improved terminal torque specs and labeling |
Functional Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mounting Type | 35 mm DIN rail (EN 50022) or panel mount (with screws) |
| Module Slots | 1 slot (single I/O module) |
| Terminal Blocks | Barrier-style, removable, 36 screw terminals (18 per side) |
| Terminal Wire Size | 12_22 AWG (0.34_3.3 mm²) solid/stranded |
| Terminal Torque | 0.5_0.6 Nm (4.4_5.3 in-lb) _ improved in Rev A |
| Field Power | 3 isolated commons: +24 V DC, 0 V, FG (frame ground) |
| Backplane Power | +5 V DC and +3.3 V DC passed from adjacent carrier or power supply |
| Power Distribution | Daisy-chain via side connectors (left/right) |
| Module Keying | Mechanical key prevents incorrect module insertion |
| Module Hold-Down | Captive screw latch |
| Labeling | Clear terminal markings (1_36), color-coded commons, module type label area |
| LED Indicators | None (status via I/O module) |
| Configuration | Plug-and-play; auto-detected by VersaMax CPU/NIU |
| Hot Swap | Supported (with compatible I/O modules and CPU firmware) |
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Backplane Voltage | +5 V DC ±5%, +3.3 V DC ±5% |
| Backplane Current | Up to 3 A total (limited by power supply) |
| Field Power Voltage | 18_30 V DC (nominal 24 V) |
| Field Power Current | Up to 8 A per carrier (fused externally) |
| Isolation | 1500 V RMS field-to-backplane (via I/O module) |
| Grounding | Dedicated FG terminal; connects to DIN rail |
Mechanical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 133.4 mm _ 63.5 mm _ 70 mm (5.25" _ 2.5" _ 2.76") |
| Weight | 0.35 lb (0.16 kg) |
| Housing Material | High-impact polycarbonate (UL94-V0) |
| Color | Light gray (RAL 7035) |
| Terminal Cover | Hinged, transparent, with label pocket |
| DIN Rail Lock | Spring-loaded clip |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +70°C (extended) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Vibration | IEC 60068-2-6 (5g, 10_150 Hz) |
| Shock | IEC 60068-2-27 (30g, 11 ms) |
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 |
Revision A Enhancements
| Enhancement | Details |
|---|---|
| Terminal Torque | Increased to 0.6 Nm for better wire retention |
| Labeling | Enhanced silkscreen clarity and durability |
| Material | Improved UV-resistant plastic |
| Grounding | Reinforced FG connection to DIN rail |
Standards Compliance
| Standard | Compliance |
|---|---|
| IEC 61131-2 | Yes |
| CE Marking | Yes |
| UL/cUL | Yes (File E201567) |
| CSA | Yes |
| Class I Division 2 | Yes (Groups A, B, C, D) |
| ATEX Zone 2 | Yes |
| RoHS 2 | Yes |