OVERVIEW

Official designation: GE Fanuc IC200CHS015 (VersaMax, I/O Carrier)

Role/Application: This component is a non-integrated, local I/O carrier with spring-clamp termination, providing a reliable 16-point interface between an I/O module and field wiring. It is essential for modular VersaMax distributed or central I/O systems, requiring an interposing base and a connecting cable.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: Passive component, no power requirement

Interfaces / Ports: One 36-pin connector

Indicators: Refer to the latest manufacturer manual.

Operating Temp: Refer to the latest manufacturer manual.

Platform / Compatibility: VersaMax I/O modules

Limit: Accommodates one 16-point I/O module

Lifecycle: Active, varies by revision

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What wire gauge range is acceptable for the spring-style field terminals?

A: The spring-clamp terminals accept solid or stranded wire from AWG twenty-two up to AWG fourteen.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: What additional components are necessary for the IC200CHS015 installation?

A: This I/O carrier requires both an interposing base, such as the IC200CHS003, and a suitable connecting cable like the IC200CBL1xxx series.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: Can the IC200CHS015 be used with any VersaMax I/O module?

A: It is compatible with most modules but cannot be used with high isolation modules like the IC200MDL144 or IC200MDL244.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: Is this spring-style I/O carrier currently available from the manufacturer?

A: The IC200CHS015 is considered an active product in the VersaMax I/O family, but lifecycle status varies.