405A685G61
June 08, 2026

405A685G61

405A685G61 is a 12‑slot MultiBus chassis with backplane manufactured by Westinghouse/Emerson for WDPF and Ovation DCS systems. It provides mechanical housing, electrical interconnection, and power distribution for up to 12 DCS modules in a standard 19” industrial rack.

Description

Key Specifications

  • Model: 405A685G61

  • Manufacturer: Westinghouse / Emerson

  • Compatible Systems: WDPF, Ovation DCS

  • Type: 12‑slot MultiBus chassis (backplane assembly)

  • Slot Count: 12 module positions

  • Backplane: MultiBus parallel bus, high‑speed inter‑module communication

  • Input Power: 115 VAC (integrated power supply)

  • Mounting: Standard 19” industrial rack

  • Dimensions (W×H×D): approx. 483 × 133 × 280 mm

  • Weight: approx. 4.5 kg

  • Status: Obsolete (EOL);available as NOS or refurbished

  • Warranty: 12 months (refurbished);24 months (NOS)

Main Features

  • 12‑slot high‑density design – flexible system configuration for up to 12 modules.

  • MultiBus backplane – reliable, high‑speed data exchange between controllers and I/O modules.

  • Integrated 115 VAC power – powers backplane and modules, reduces external wiring.

  • Rugged industrial construction – heavy‑duty metal chassis with card guides and EMI shielding.

  • Hot‑swap capable – modules can be inserted/removed online (system‑dependent).

  • Full legacy compatibility – works with WDPF/Ovation hardware for maintenance and migration.

Applications

  • Power Generation: Thermal, nuclear, combined‑cycle power plants (legacy WDPF/Ovation systems).

  • Process Industries: Petrochemical, pulp & paper, cement, water treatment facilities.

  • DCS Maintenance & Spares: Replacement chassis for existing WDPF/Ovation DCS installations.

Related Models

  • 405A685G61: 12‑slot MultiBus chassis (115 VAC, current model variant)

  • 405A675G21: 4‑slot power supply chassis (24 VDC, 10 A)

  • 405A675G33/G61/G62/G63/G64: 12‑slot MultiBus chassis (older revisions)

Installation (Manual Excerpt)

  1. Mount the chassis to a standard 19” rack using 4 front‑panel screws.

  2. Connect 115 VAC power to the chassis inlet.

  3. Insert modules into slots 1–12; ensure full seating and locking.

  4. Verify module LEDs: green = power OK.

Maintenance

  • Quarterly Inspection: Check backplane connectors for dirt/corrosion; verify module seating and fastener tightness.

  • Cleaning: Use dry, low‑pressure compressed air to blow dust from slots and connectors.

  • Safety: Disconnect AC power before servicing; wait 5 minutes for capacitors to discharge.

LED Indicators (on Modules)

  • Green (Power): ON = normal power.

  • Red (Fault): ON = backplane/module fault (overvoltage, overcurrent, communication error).

Disclaimer

This is a technical summary. For full official specifications, refer to the Emerson/Westinghouse 405A685G61 User Manual (part number: 405A685G61‑UM).


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