{"product_id":"ge-ic200ch003-i-o-carrier-module","title":"GE IC200CH003 I\/O Carrier Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC200CHS003\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a VersaMax-series connector-style I\/O carrier developed by GE Fanuc Emerson. It functions as the physical and electrical interface between VersaMax I\/O modules and the system backplane while also providing field wiring termination through a high-density connector layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carrier is intended for single-module mounting applications where compact DIN-rail installation and structured wiring organization are required. It supports vertical module orientation and is designed for rapid replacement and simplified maintenance in modular control assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical and Interface Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrier integrates backplane communication pathways with external field wiring through a 36-pin connector interface. It supports both signal distribution and power\/common routing for attached I\/O modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e36-pin field wiring connector interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports up to 32 I\/O signal points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides 4 dedicated common\/power terminals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackplane pass-through for module communication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for crimp-contact wiring or pre-assembled cable harnesses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIN rail mounting compatible (35 mm standard EN 50022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnap-lock installation with conductive rail grounding support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVertical module orientation for optimized rack density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated latch mechanism for secure module retention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact single-slot footprint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent capacity per I\/O point: up to 2 A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon and power line capacity: up to 8 A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum transient voltage tolerance: 300 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for low-resistance backplane connectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimized for short-run field wiring architectures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring and Installation Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField wiring is terminated directly into the 36-pin connector using crimp contacts or pre-wired cable assemblies. The latch system allows quick insertion and removal of harnesses without disturbing adjacent modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterposing terminal blocks may be used when additional isolation or field breakout is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental and Handling Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for conductive DIN rail grounding to improve EMC performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector surfaces should not be handled during operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermal rise at connector interface may occur under high load conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for compact cabinet installations with limited wiring space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC200CHS003\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis compatible with most VersaMax I\/O modules. However, it is not intended for use with high-isolation or specialty modules requiring enhanced separation (such as certain high-density analog or isolated digital variants).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact distributed I\/O wiring systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine-level control cabinets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModular PLC expansion racks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-wired control panel assemblies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetrofit automation cabinet upgrades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How many I\/O points can be wired through this carrier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt supports up to 32 signal points plus 4 common\/power connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can it be used with all VersaMax modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is compatible with most modules, but not recommended for high-isolation types requiring special separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What installation method is used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt mounts directly on a standard 35 mm DIN rail with snap-lock retention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43988169556056,"sku":"IC200CH003","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2039\/0488\/files\/IC200CHS025.jpg?v=1776074576","url":"https:\/\/www.industriaxplc.com\/products\/ge-ic200ch003-i-o-carrier-module","provider":"IndustriaX Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}