The GE IC697CHS770 is a high-capacity redundant PLC rack chassis designed for the GE Fanuc Series 90-70 automation platform. It provides the physical and electrical foundation for installing CPUs, power supplies, communication modules, and I/O modules in large-scale and high-availability control systems.
This rack is engineered for redundant architectures, flexible module integration, and industrial-grade reliability, making it widely used in power plants, oil & gas facilities, and complex manufacturing automation systems where system uptime is critical.
Technical Specifications
The IC697CHS770 supports advanced modular PLC configurations with redundancy capability.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IC697CHS770 |
| Product Type | PLC Rack / Redundant Chassis |
| Series | GE Fanuc Series 90-70 |
| Slot Capacity | Up to 12 backplane slots (dual-section design) |
| Power Supply Slots | 2 slots (supports redundancy) |
| Backplane Current | Up to 20A @ 5V DC (configuration dependent) |
| Module Compatibility | IC697 CPU / I/O / communication modules + IC687 VME modules |
| Rack Type | Redundant / dual system support |
| Cooling | Natural convection (optional fan assembly) |
| Installation | Panel mount / rack mount |
| Grounding | Industrial grounding terminals |
This rack is designed to support mixed-module systems and redundant PLC configurations, allowing flexible system expansion.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 483 mm × 190 mm × 283 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 4.3 kg – 4.8 kg |
The chassis follows a standard 19-inch industrial rack structure, making it compatible with most control cabinet layouts.
Recommended Related Models
To build a complete GE Series 90-70 system, IC697CHS770 is commonly used with:
- GE IC697CGR935 Hot Standby CPU Module
- GE IC697CPU772 Central Processing Unit
- GE IC697PWR711 Power Supply Module
- GE IC697BEM711 Bus Receiver Module
- GE IC697BEM713 Bus Transmitter Module
- GE IC697RCM711 Redundancy Communication Module
These components form a fully redundant, high-availability PLC system architecture.
Popular GE Series 90-70 Modules
- IC697CPU780 – Standard high-performance CPU
- IC697BEM731 – Genius Bus Controller
- IC697BEM733 – Remote I/O Scanner
- IC697ALG440 – Analog input module
- IC697CMM741 – Ethernet communication module
These modules are widely used in industrial automation and long-life legacy installations.
