Description

IC698CHS017B is a 17-slot standard backplane chassis of the original GE Fanuc (now part of Emerson Automation) PACSystems RX7i series, used for installing CPUs, power supplies, I/O and communication modules. The “B” indicates the hardware revision.

Core parameters
Model: IC698CHS017B
Series: PACSystems RX7i (PLC/PAC)
Slot Quantity: 17 slots (0th power supply, 1st CPU, 2nd – 16th I/O/communication)
Backplane Standard: VME64, 64-bit high-speed transmission cycle
Module Compatibility: RX7i, Series 90-70, VME64 single/dual cards (spacing 20.3mm)
Size (Height × Width × Depth): 283mm × 483mm × 190mm (19-inch standard cabinet)
Protection Grade: IP20 (requires installation in an enclosure with IP54 or higher protection)
Heat Dissipation Requirements: Full configuration requires fans, 23cm fan slots reserved between racks
Installation Method: 19-inch rack-mounted, wiring can be connected at both front and rear
Addressing Method: Slot auto-identification, no need for dipswitches / jumpers
Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 60°C
Grounding: Side-mounted grounding posts, recommended AWG#12 ground wire connection

Key Features
Full compatibility backplane: Supports RX7i, 90-70 and VME modules simultaneously, offering flexibility for both upgrading and retrofitting.
Large slot capacity: 17 slots are sufficient for medium and large-scale system configurations, supporting multi-CPU redundancy and full I/O configuration.
High-speed VME bus: The VME64 backplane ensures real-time data interaction between CPU and I/O.
No jumper design: The software automatically identifies the slots, simplifying configuration and maintenance.
Industrial-grade strength: Reinforced backplane and anti-vibration design, suitable for harsh environments.
Typical Applications
Manufacturing: Automotive assembly, semiconductor equipment, packaging machinery large PLC cabinets.
Energy and power: Thermal power / hydropower DCS, auxiliary machine control, power grid monitoring screens.
Oil and gas chemical: Refining plants, compressor control, remote I/O stations in explosion-proof areas.
Water treatment / municipal: Large sewage plants, pump station clusters, tunnel risk control systems.
Model Comparison (Same Series Rack)
IC698CHS017B: 17 slots, standard type, front and rear wiring, suitable for general scenarios.