GE 8707-CA-08 8-Slot Module Carrier in stock

GE 8707-CA-08 is an 8-module carrier base designed for GE 8000 Process I/O distributed I/O system. It serves as the mechanical and electrical backplane rack, supporting installation of up to 8 individual I/O modules and providing power and bus communication pathways between each module.

This carrier supports HART protocol pass-through for smart field instruments and can operate in Class I Division 2 hazardous locations. It features robust mechanical construction, wide temperature tolerance and corrosion-resistant design, widely used as spare replacement for chemical, oil & gas and power process control cabinet maintenance and retrofit projects.

Data Parameters

• 1. Brand: GE General Electric.

• 2. Model: 8707-CA-08.

• 3. Product Type: 8-Slot I/O Module Carrier / Backplane Base.

• 4. Applicable Series: GE 8000 Process Distributed I/O System.

• 5. Module Slots: 8 slots for installing 8000 series I/O modules.

• 6. Hazardous Area Rating: Class I Division 2, Zone 2 certified.

• 7. Operating Temperature: -40℃ ~ +70℃.

• 8. Vibration & Shock: 5G vibration and 30G shock resistance.

• 9. Supported Feature: HART signal pass-through for smart transmitters.

• 10. Installation: Field mountable, cabinet or wall mounting available.

Core Functions

• 1. Provide mechanical mounting base to hold up to 8 pieces of GE 8000 series process I/O modules.

• 2. Deliver shared power supply and internal backplane bus communication for all installed I/O modules.

• 3. Transmit HART digital signals through the carrier to support configuration of field smart instruments.

• 4. Maintain stable operation under wide temperature, vibration and corrosive industrial environment conditions.

• 5. Support distributed field I/O deployment for process control in hazardous industrial zones.

Application Scenarios

• 1. Petrochemical plant GE 8000 process I/O rack carrier spare parts replacement and maintenance.

• 2. Oil & gas field hazardous area distributed I/O control system retrofit and upgrade project.

• 3. Power generation plant and refinery field remote I/O cabinet renovation.

• 4. Water treatment and chemical factory process automation spare parts inventory backup.

• 5. Legacy GE 8000 distributed I/O system overhaul and carrier base renewal project.

FAQ

• 1. Q: What is GE 8707-CA-08?
      A: It is an 8-slot module carrier backplane base for GE 8000 Process I/O distributed I/O system.

• 2. Q: How many I/O modules can 8707-CA-08 hold?
      A: It can accommodate up to 8 pieces of GE 8000 series I/O modules.

• 3. Q: Can it be used in hazardous locations?
      A: Yes, it is certified for Class I Division 2 and Zone 2 hazardous area installation.