The GE Fanuc Emerson IC695CHS012 is a 12-slot universal backplane for RX3i PACSystems that supports hot-swapping. The IC695CHS012 is a dual-bus backplane that can support I/O Series 90-30, option, high-speed, and PCI serial modules. The IC695CHS012 contains a terminal strip located on the left side to wire an isolated input voltage of 24 Volts DC. The IC695CHS012 should be installed horizontally and can be installed in a secure enclosure with an IP54 rating or higher by leaving a space of 10.16 centimeters (4 inches) from all orientations for heat dissipation. The IC695CHS012 offers more flexibility by supporting expansion bases such as controller and Ethernet baseplates.

The IC695CHS012 consumes a current of 240 milliamperes at a baseplate voltage of 5 Volts DC and a current of 600 milliamperes at a baseplate voltage of 3.3 Volts DC. The IC695CHS012 includes a backplane grounding point and contains an internal grounding bar to link either modules or shield grounds. The IC695CHS012 has a width of 45.74 centimeters (18.01 inches), a height of 14.14 centimeters (5.57 inches), and a depth of 14.732 centimeters (5.8 inches). The IC695CHS012 includes slot numbers which are printed and marked on the backplane to make user configuration easier. The IC695CHS012 is open equipment and has a connector for serial expansion links to serial remote and expansion backplanes. The IC695CHS012 weighs approximately 1.63 kilograms (3.59 pounds) while shipping and operates at zero (0) to 60 degrees Celsius (32 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit) for industrial applications.

The GE Fanuc/Emerson Automation IC695CHS012 is a type of PACSystems RX3i universal backplane. All 12 slots on this universal backplane module come with support for high-speed peripheral component interconnect (PCI). Furthermore, the module also comes with support for serial bus connection. The backplanes provide housing to the RX3i modules. For internal communication between the modules, the IC695CHS012 comes equipped with a communication bus module. 600 mA at 3.3 VDC and 240 mA at 5 VDC is the power consumption rating on this module. The module measures 18.01 x 5.57 x 5.80 in. (457.5 x 141.5 x 147.32 mm). The GE Fanuc/Emerson Automation IC695CHS012 comes with support for horizontal mounting. Users can use any type of enclosure as long as it comes with the IP20/NEMA/UL Type 1 protection rating. When installing the IC695CHS012, operatorsmust ensure that 102 millimeters, or 4 inches, of clearance is met in order to ensure proper air flow. The clearance is required on all sides of the module. The module comes with support for hot-swapping. Unlike other similar modules, it can be inserted, or removed, while still being connected to power. The IC695CHS012 has an internal current rating of 240 mA at 5 VDC and a current rating of 600 milliamps at 3.3 VDC.  The AC power slots on the GE Fanuc IC695CHS012 PACSystems RX3i universal backplane is meant to be used for the 2 slots. The module must be mounted horizontally. The spacing requirement for proper operation is 102 millimeters (4 inches) on each side. This is also necessary for air circulation.