GE Fanuc IC200CHS001 VersaMax Barrier-Style I/O Carrier (Horizontal, Single Module)
1. Product Overview
The IC200CHS001 is the barrier-screw terminal I/O carrier in GE Fanuc's (now Emerson Automation Solutions) VersaMax distributed I/O system. It provides no I/O points itself; instead it offers mechanical mounting, backplane bus connection and field-wiring terminals for a single VersaMax I/O module.
Each CHS001 carrier holds exactly one VersaMax I/O module, placed horizontally (parallel to the DIN rail). The carrier provides 36 barrier-style screw terminals supporting up to 32 I/O points plus 4 common/power connections, using traditional screw clamp wiring — insert the wire and tighten with a screwdriver for straightforward, reliable connections.
Multiple carriers snap together side-by-side to form an I/O rack; one rack can comprise up to 8 connected carriers (with a CPU/NIU/ERM). The carrier mounts on a standard 7.5mm × 35mm DIN rail, or can be screw-panel mounted, and supports module hot insertion/removal.
2. Specifications
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| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE Fanuc / Emerson Automation Solutions |
| Series | VersaMax (distributed I/O) |
| Catalog number | IC200CHS001 |
| Product type | I/O Carrier (backplane) |
| Terminal type | Barrier screw terminals |
| Terminal count | 36 (up to 32 I/O points + 4 common/power positions) |
| Modules per carrier | 1 VersaMax I/O module |
| Mounting orientation | Horizontal (module parallel to DIN rail) |
| Rack assembly | Snap-together side-by-side; up to 8 carriers per rack |
| Wire range | AWG 22–14 (solid/stranded copper, 90°C recommended) |
| Terminal current rating | 2A/terminal (reference) |
| Mounting | 7.5mm × 35mm DIN rail snap-on, or screw panel mount |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | Approx. 110.5 × 139.7 × 70 mm (excl. DIN rail height) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.35–0.40 kg |
| Operating temperature | −20 to +60 °C (typical) |
| Storage temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
| Hot insertion | Supported |
| Compatible modules | All VersaMax discrete/analog I/O modules |
| Related carriers | CHS002 (box horizontal), CHS003 (connector vertical), CHS005 (spring horizontal), CHS022 (compact box vertical), CHS025 (compact spring vertical) |
Per GE Fanuc VersaMax Modules, Power Supplies, and Carriers User's Manual GFK-1504K and product catalog. The DIN rail should be conductive, corrosion-resistant, unpainted and properly grounded for EMC. Trailing suffix letters (e.g. CHS001A, CHS001K) denote hardware revisions with identical function.
5. Model Information
- Catalog number (ordering number): IC200CHS001
- Product description: GE Fanuc VersaMax barrier-screw terminal I/O carrier, single module, horizontal mounting.
- Official catalog description: IC200CHS001 Barrier-Style I/O Carrier — barrier screw terminals, module mounts parallel to DIN rail.
- Material number note: IC200CHS001 is the official GE Fanuc / Emerson ordering number. "CHS" denotes carrier; "001" denotes barrier-style horizontal. Trailing A/K suffixes are revision letters. This is a single-module carrier; order one per module and snap together. If you have questions on terminal style selection (barrier/box/spring/connector), please contact us by email.
- Series features:
- Barrier screw terminals, traditional clamp, straightforward and secure wiring
- 36 terminals, up to 32 I/O points + 4 common/power positions
- Horizontal module mounting (parallel to DIN rail), suited to shallow enclosures
- Single-module carrier, side snap-together, flexible rack (up to 8 carriers)
- Backplane bus communication + field wiring in one unit
- Module hot insertion/removal supported
- Standard DIN rail or screw panel mounting
- Compatible with all VersaMax I/O modules
- Related products in series: IC200CHS002 (box horizontal), IC200CHS003 (connector vertical, prefab cables), IC200CHS005 (spring horizontal), IC200CHS022 (compact box vertical), IC200CHS025 (compact spring vertical)
- Matching products: VersaMax CPU (IC200CPUE05), NIU (e.g. IC200DBI001), expansion receivers (IC200ERM001/002), VersaMax power supplies (IC200PWR series), VersaMax discrete/analog I/O modules, 7.5×35mm DIN rail
- Official documents: GE Fanuc VersaMax Modules, Power Supplies, and Carriers User's Manual GFK-1504K
6. Why Choose Us
- Exact model match: We verify supply against your full catalog number IC200CHS001, distinguishing CHS001 (barrier horizontal) from CHS002 (box horizontal), CHS005 (spring horizontal) and CHS022/025 (compact vertical) to avoid wrong shipment.
- Authorized channel supply: GE Fanuc / Emerson VersaMax carriers supplied through regular channels, with product documentation available on request.
- Selection support: We help confirm required carrier count, terminal style vs. field wiring practice, DIN rail mounting and hot-swap requirements.
- Delivery & after-sales: Quotation, lead-time confirmation and order follow-up provided; for any parameter questions or alternative options, please contact us by email.
7. FAQ
Q1: What is the IC200CHS001? Is it a 25-slot rack?
A: No. The IC200CHS001 is a single-module barrier-screw terminal carrier; each carrier holds one I/O module. "001" is a spec code (barrier horizontal), not a slot count. Multiple carriers snap together to form a rack of up to 8 carriers.
Q2: What is the difference between barrier, box and spring terminals?
A: Barrier (CHS001) is screw-clamped with barrier guards, traditional and reliable; box (CHS002) is screw-clamped with a full box-style cover; spring (CHS005/025) is push-in screwless, fast and vibration-resistant; connector (CHS003) uses prefab quick-disconnect cables. Choose barrier for traditional screw wiring where technicians use screwdrivers.
Q3: How many I/O points can one carrier connect?
A: The carrier provides 36 barrier terminals supporting up to 32 I/O points plus 4 common/power positions. Actual points depend on the installed module (e.g. 16- or 32-point modules).
Q4: How many modules can one rack hold?
A: A VersaMax rack consists of one CPU/NIU/ERM plus up to 8 snap-together carriers, one module per carrier — up to 8 I/O modules per rack. Beyond that use expansion racks (ETM001 + ERM001/002).
Q5: How do I choose horizontal vs. vertical carriers?
A: Horizontal carriers (CHS001/002/005) mount modules parallel to the DIN rail, deeper in the enclosure but lower height. Vertical carriers (CHS003/022/025) mount modules perpendicular to the rail, narrower but taller. Choose based on enclosure space and wiring direction.
Q6: Does it support hot swapping modules?
A: Yes. VersaMax carriers are designed for I/O module hot insertion/removal for online maintenance. Please email us for selection help.
