EMERSON A6500-RC
EMERSON A6500-RC

EMERSON A6500-RC | Rack Chassis / Controller Chassis

  • Brand:​ Emerson
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    Model:​ A6500-RC
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    Product Type:​ Rack Chassis / System Enclosure
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    Series:​ A6500 Series
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    Core Function:​ Provides the physical housing, backplane, and power distribution for modules in an Emerson A6500 system.
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    Key Specs:​ Chassis, backplane, card slots, power supply.
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Description

A6500-RC: Product Overview
The EMERSON A6500-RC is a rack chassis designed to house and interconnect the various modules of an Emerson A6500 series system, which is likely part of a larger process automation or control platform (such as a Distributed Control System – DCS). This chassis serves as the foundational mechanical and electrical framework, providing the physical structure, backplane connectivity, and power distribution necessary for the system’s operation.
Installed in a control cabinet or rack, its primary role is to provide multiple slots for inserting different types of modules—such as controller processors, communication interfaces, and I/O cards—and to facilitate communication between them via a high-speed internal backplane. The chassis also distributes power from one or more central power supply modules to all the installed cards. The design is ruggedized for industrial environments, often featuring robust metal construction, cooling mechanisms (fans), and EMI/RFI shielding to ensure reliable operation. It may support hot-swap capabilities for high-availability applications.

EMERSON A6500-RC

EMERSON A6500-RC

A6500-RC: Technical Specifications
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    Model Number:​ A6500-RC
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    Manufacturer:​ Emerson
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    Product Type:​ Rack Chassis / Card Cage
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    Compatible System:​ A6500 Series
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    Form Factor:​ Standard rack-mountable enclosure
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    Number of Slots:​ Varies (e.g., 4, 8, 12 slots for modules)
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    Backplane:​ High-speed backplane for inter-card communication
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    Power Supply:​ Accepts system power supply modules
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    Cooling:​ Integrated fans for forced-air cooling
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    Mounting:​ 19-inch rack mountable (standard)
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    LED Indicators:​ Status indicators for power and system health
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    Materials:​ Heavy-gauge steel, aluminum
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    Finish:​ Painted or coated for corrosion resistance
Core Features & Customer Value
The primary value of the A6500-RC chassis is its role as the integrated backbone of the control system. It ensures all modules are properly housed, connected, and powered, guaranteeing mechanical stability and electrical integrity. For system integrators, this modular approach simplifies design, installation, and future expansion. The standardized slot design allows for flexible configuration to meet specific application needs.
The chassis’s robust construction​ protects sensitive electronic components from dust, vibration, and electromagnetic interference, which is critical for reliability in industrial settings. Features like integrated cooling​ prevent overheating, extending the life of the components. For maintenance teams, the centralized structure and status indicators facilitate easier troubleshooting and module replacement. This design significantly reduces the engineering effort and space required compared to wiring individual components together, leading to a lower total cost of ownership.
Typical Applications
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    Housing controller and I/O modules in a Distributed Control System (DCS) for a chemical plant.
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    Serving as the central enclosure for a safety instrumented system (SIS) in a power generation facility.
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    Acting as the main card cage for a data acquisition system in a water treatment plant.

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