{"product_id":"396560-01-6-emerson-controlwave-i-o-expansion-unit","title":"396560-01-6 Emerson ControlWave I\/O Expansion Unit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson 396560-01-6\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e396560\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O Expansion Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for chassis expansion and backplane signal interface execution within ControlWave PLC platforms. It provides structural slot housing and power distribution for up to 8 local expansion modules across Micro Panel installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e396560-01-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e396560\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.46 lbs (0.66 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 8-Slot ControlWave Micro Panel Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mA at 3.3 VDC (Backplane Logic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Chassis \/ Rack Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlWave Micro Panel Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 396560-01-6 expansion unit houses backplane trace routing that supports multi-channel I\/O operations, including transparent pass-through of digitized 4-20 mA HART loop protocol parameters between local I\/O cards and the primary controller. Integrated backplane isolation barriers prevent cross-channel ground loops and suppress transient electrical noise, maintaining signal fidelity across high-density analog and discrete signal interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the backplane logic current draw for the 396560-01-6 expansion unit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The chassis backplane draws a baseline operating current of 2 mA at 3.3 VDC for logic communication routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many I\/O modules can be installed in the 396560-01-6 base chassis?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The physical rack structure provides 8 dedicated module slots for I\/O signal conditioning and interface cards within ControlWave Micro configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the expansion unit require specific grounding practices during installation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The chassis frame must be directly grounded to the enclosure backplate to establish common ground potential and satisfy surge immunity requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the base chassis to the control cabinet frame or mounting plate using appropriate rack-mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the enclosure is free of conductive dust and moisture prior to inserting I\/O cards into the 8 available backplane slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the chassis ground lug is bonded to the main enclosure protective earth (PE) bus with a short, low-impedance copper conductor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat each ControlWave I\/O module firmly into its designated slot until the retention locks click, ensuring full contact with the backplane connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute incoming field signal cables and shield drain wires through cable trays to avoid proximity with high-voltage power lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"EMERSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53328268230965,"sku":"396560-01-6","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/396560-01-6.png?v=1787107428","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/396560-01-6-emerson-controlwave-i-o-expansion-unit","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}