Description
- Model & Brand: GE IC695PSD040M
- Legacy Manufacturer: GE Intelligent Platforms / GE Fanuc; current PACSystems ownership is under Emerson
- Product Family: PACSystems RX3i
- Part Type: 40 W DC Input Power Supply Module
- Physical Dimensions: Approximately 61 × 131 × 126 mm (W × H × D); third-party dimensional data for the IC695PSD040 family should be treated as approximate.
- Estimated Net Weight: Approximately 0.34 kg / 0.75 lb.
- Estimated Shipping Weight: Approximately 0.6–0.9 kg, depending on ESD protection, cushioning, and export carton.
- Input: 24 VDC nominal; 18–30 VDC for startup, 12–30 VDC during run.
- Output Power: 40 W maximum
- Output Rails: 5.1 VDC, 3.3 VDC, and 24 VDC
- Rack Position: Slot 0 of an RX3i universal backplane.
- What’s in the Box: IC695PSD040M power-supply module unless the purchase order states otherwise. Do not assume the RX3i backplane, terminal wiring, mounting hardware, or external DC supply is included.
- Front Hardware: On/off switch and status indicators for power, power-supply fault, overtemperature, and overload.
Emerson’s product-history document specifically lists IC695PSD040M as a later revision of the PSD040 family and states that the October 2021 update involved certification labeling. It also records earlier revision changes affecting startup behavior, RoHS status, and susceptibility performance.
Product Introduction
The GE IC695PSD040M mounts in the PACSystems RX3i universal backplane and supplies the internal DC rails required by the RX3i CPU, I/O, and communications modules. Its job is straightforward but critical: a stable external DC source is converted into the controlled backplane supply voltages used by the rack electronics. The module is designed for a 40 W maximum output, with 5.1 VDC and 3.3 VDC rails plus a 24 VDC output available for designated circuits.
The M suffix is not merely a commercial relabeling. Emerson’s release history identifies IC695PSD040M as a specific revision and notes certification-label updates associated with that generation. Earlier revisions also contain documented electrical and compliance changes, so warehouse records should preserve the complete suffix rather than reducing the item to “PSD040” (which is important when replacing a unit in an audited control cabinet).
Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE Intelligent Platforms / GE Fanuc |
| Current Brand Ownership | Emerson Automation Solutions |
| Model | IC695PSD040M |
| Series | PACSystems RX3i |
| Product Type | DC Input Rack Power Supply |
| Nominal Input | 24 VDC |
| Startup Input Range | 18–30 VDC |
| Run Input Range | 12–30 VDC |
| Maximum Input Power | 60 W |
| Maximum Output Power | 40 W |
| Output Rails | 5.1 VDC, 3.3 VDC, 24 VDC |
| 5.1 VDC Output Current | Up to 6 A |
| 3.3 VDC Output Current | Up to 9 A |
| Inrush Current | 4 A maximum for 100 ms |
| Ride-Through Time | 10 ms |
| Installation | RX3i Universal Backplane |
| Standard Position | Slot 0 |
| Power Redundancy | Not supported by PSD040 architecture |
| Increased-Capacity Mode | Not supported |
| Daisy-Chaining | Up to two PSD040 units can be connected, without increasing the individual unit’s output capacity |
| Wiring | 14–18 AWG listed by current technical references |
| Front Controls | On/off switch |
| Status Indication | Power, power-supply fault, overtemperature, overload |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
| Storage Temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity | 5–95%, non-condensing |
| Approx. Mass | 0.34 kg |
| Approx. Dimensions | 61 × 131 × 126 mm |
The core electrical characteristics above are consistent with current PSD040 technical listings. Note one important engineering point: although 5.1 VDC and 3.3 VDC can each have substantial current capability, the module’s total rated output remains 40 W maximum; do not add the individual rail ratings as though they were independent 40 W supplies.
GE IC695PSD040M
Global Compliance & Industry Certifications
The has a documented revision history tied to regulatory-label updates. Emerson’s product information states that the October 2021 revision updated product labels to show compliance with new certifications, directing users to Emerson’s certification database for the current agency details.
- CE Mark: Applicable conformity should be verified against the specific RX3i product revision and installation requirements. Earlier GE documentation also identifies CE-related installation guidance for RX3i equipment.
- UL/cUL: Agency approval should be confirmed from Emerson’s certification record for the exact revision and product family. Do not infer it from a generic “RX3i” statement.
- RoHS: Emerson’s history records RoHS conversion for revision J and later, with applicable exemptions. The M revision therefore belongs to the later RoHS-controlled generation.
- ATEX / IECEx: The PSD040M should not be treated as an intrinsically safe hazardous-area device solely from its part number. Any hazardous-area installation depends on the complete certified system, enclosure, barriers, wiring methods, and site approvals.
- Marine / DNV: No standalone DNV approval was established for the individual from the available documentation.
A valid CE/agency approval matters because the rack power supply is directly connected to the control-system power architecture. Incorrect agency classification, wiring, or installation can create both safety and audit exposure.
Verify specific lot certifications with OEM.
Long-Term Storage & Asset Preservation Guide
Keep the module in an ESD shielding bag. The front terminal area, rear backplane connector, and internal power electronics should remain protected from conductive dust and uncontrolled handling. Store it with rigid support so the backplane connector cannot take impact loads.
Keep warehouse humidity below 60% RH where practical. Although the published operational humidity range is much wider at 5–95% non-condensing, multi-year spare preservation benefits from a drier, stable environment. Avoid repeated movement between cold storage and warm installation areas because condensation can form on the internal power components.
Preserve the exact revision identity. belongs to a family with documented revisions from A through M, and Emerson specifically records changes to startup behavior, susceptibility, RoHS status, and certification labeling. Do not mix revision-controlled inventory under one generic PSD040 stock code (that is an avoidable traceability problem during an emergency replacement).
Physical Installation Prerequisites
The is a single-slot RX3i universal-backplane power supply and is normally installed in Slot 0. The module is not intended to operate as a free-standing DC converter outside the RX3i backplane architecture.
Backplane requirement: Use a compatible RX3i Universal Backplane. Do not substitute a legacy Series 90-30 backplane simply because the physical connector appears similar.
Cabinet clearance: Preserve the chassis airflow and the manufacturer’s card spacing. Do not impose an arbitrary 50 mm gap around the module when the supplied RX3i rack already defines the mechanical arrangement; instead, keep ventilation openings and adjacent heat-producing devices from obstructing the designed airflow path.
Power input: Provide the specified DC source. At startup, the module requires 18–30 VDC, while the documented run range extends down to 12 VDC. Input protection and DC supply sizing should account for the 60 W maximum input power and the documented 4 A, 100 ms inrush.
Load calculation: Calculate actual backplane consumption from the installed RX3i CPU, I/O, and communications modules. The 40 W rating is the total output limit; exceeding it can produce overload conditions even when individual rails appear within their current limits.
Grounding: Secure the module to the backplane according to the RX3i installation procedure. The mounting hardware forms part of the chassis mechanical and grounding arrangement, so loose retaining screws should be treated as an installation defect.
Redundancy caution: does not provide redundant power-supply operation. An installation requiring actual power redundancy should use the RX3i power-supply architecture specifically designed for that purpose rather than placing two units on the same rack and assuming redundancy.
Buyer’s FAQ — Logistics & Compliance Focus
Q: Which HS Tariff Code should be used for ?
A: A strong classification candidate is HS 8504.40 for static converters, and trade records specifically show shipments described as an RX3i 40 W power supply under 85044000. That is useful supporting evidence, but the final national tariff code must be validated against the importing country’s tariff schedule and the actual declared function.
Q: What Country of Origin should I put on the commercial invoice?
A: Use the actual manufacturing origin supported by the product label and manufacturer records. Do not use the seller’s warehouse or export location as COO. For an audited spare-parts shipment, retain the commercial invoice, COO declaration, packing list, and serial/revision evidence together.
Q: Is cargo insurance worthwhile for one small power-supply module?
A: Yes when the RX3i rack is production-critical or the revision is difficult to source. The module itself is only about 0.34 kg, but the downtime consequence of losing an entire control rack can be much larger than the freight value. Use ESD shielding, rigid cushioning, moisture protection, tracking, and insurance based on the declared commercial value.
Q: Does include the latest firmware pre-loaded?
A: Firmware is not the primary concern for this device because it is a power-supply module, not an RX3i CPU. The important acceptance controls are exact part/revision identification, electrical output verification, certification status, and compatibility with the universal backplane. Emerson’s revision history confirms that hardware generations changed over time, including the M revision’s certification labeling.
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