Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: GE Fanuc (Emerson Automation)
- Series: PACSystems RX3i
- Number of Slots: 12 (Slot 0–11; Slot 0 dedicated for power, others for CPU/I/O/communication modules)
- Bus Type: Dual-bus (High-speed PCI + High-speed serial)
- External Input Voltage: 24 V DC (isolated terminal strip on left side)
- Internal Power Consumption:
- 600 mA @ 3.3 V DC
- 240 mA @ 5 V DC
- Dimensions: 457.5 × 141.5 × 147.32 mm (18.01 × 5.57 × 5.80 in)
- Weight: 1.81 kg (approx.)
- Mounting Orientation: Horizontal only
- Cooling Clearance: Minimum 102 mm (4 inches) around all sides for natural convection
- Protection Rating:
- IP20 / NEMA UL Type 1 (standard enclosure)
- IP54+ required for ATEX Zone 2 hazardous locations
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Compatibility: Full RX3i (IC695) series; Series 90-30 (IC693/IC694) I/O and option modules
- Lifecycle: Discontinued by manufacturer (available via stock/refurbished/used)
Key Features
- Dual-Bus Architecture
- PCI Bus: Supports high-speed RX3i modules (motion control, high-speed counting, Ethernet).
- Serial Bus: Ensures backward compatibility with legacy Series 90-30 modules, protecting existing investments.
- Hot-Swap Capability
- Modules can be inserted/removed while the system is powered on, eliminating downtime for maintenance or upgrades.
- High Slot Density
- 12 slots accommodate CPUs, digital/analog I/O, communication cards, and specialty modules, ideal for medium-to-large automation systems.
- Robust Industrial Design
- Vibration and EMI resistance for harsh factory environments.
- Integrated grounding bar for noise reduction and system stability.
- Flexible Expansion
- Supports serial expansion connectors for remote backplanes and distributed I/O architectures.
Application Scenarios
- Manufacturing: Automotive assembly lines, packaging machinery, machine tools, robotics control systems.
- Process Industries: Chemical, petrochemical, oil/gas, water/wastewater treatment plants.
- Energy & Power: Power generation (gas/steam turbines), power distribution, renewable energy systems.
- Infrastructure: Building automation, smart equipment control, transportation systems.
- Legacy System Migration: Upgrading Series 90-30 PLCs to RX3i while reusing existing I/O modules。
Additional Notes
- Replacement: Directly replaced by IC695CHS016 (16-slot backplane) for larger system expansions.
- Installation: Must be mounted horizontally in an IP20+ enclosure; adhere to cooling clearance requirements to prevent overheating.
- Warranty: Typically 12 months for new/refurbished units (varies by supplier).
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