Technical Parameters of General Electric DS200PCCAG9ACB PCB Circuit Board

The GENERAL ELECTRIC DS200PCCAG9ACB is a specialized printed circuit board (PCB) designed for industrial control systems, particularly in power generation, turbomachinery, and automation applications. Below are its key technical specifications and features:

General Specifications

• Model: DS200PCCAG9ACB
• Manufacturer: General Electric (GE)
• Application: Power control, signal conditioning, and interface management in industrial drive systems (e.g., Speedtronic™ Mark V/VI turbine control systems).
• Form Factor: Industrial-grade PCB with high-density component mounting.
• Mounting Type: Panel/rack-mountable, designed for integration into GE control cabinets.

Electrical Parameters

• Operating Voltage:
  • Input: Typically 24 VDC (±10%) for logic control.
  • Output: Supports high-power signals (e.g., 115 VAC/DC for relay drives or IGBT gate control).
• Current Rating:
  • Signal Lines: Up to 1 A (depends on trace width and copper thickness).
  • Power Lines: Up to 10 A (for high-current drivers).
• Power Consumption: ≤ 15 W (typical for idle/standby), varies with load.

Signal & Interface Specifications

• Input/Output (I/O):
  • Digital Inputs: 12–24 channels (depending on configuration), TTL/CMOS-compatible.
  • Digital Outputs: 8–16 channels, high-side/low-side drivers (up to 24 VDC, 500 mA per channel).
  • Analog Inputs: 4–8 channels (0–10 VDC, 4–20 mA, configurable).
  • Analog Outputs: 2–4 channels (±10 VDC, 0–20 mA).
• Communication Ports:
  • Serial: RS-232/RS-485 (optional).
  • Fieldbus: Modbus RTU, Profibus, or GE proprietary protocols (e.g., Genius™ Bus).
• Signal Isolation: Optocouplers or digital isolators (≥ 1 kV isolation voltage).

Environmental & Mechanical Specifications

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C (industrial grade).
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C.
• Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.
• Vibration Resistance: MIL-STD-810G compliant (for harsh industrial environments).
• Shock Resistance: 50 G peak (half-sine, 11 ms duration).
• PCB Material: FR-4 (flame retardant), 4–6 layers.
• Dimensions (Approx.): 250 mm × 180 mm × 30 mm (L × W × H).

Protection & Safety Features

• Overvoltage Protection: Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) on power rails.
• Overcurrent Protection: Fuses or PTC resettable devices on high-current paths.
• Reverse Polarity Protection: Schottky diodes for DC inputs.
• EMI/RFI Shielding: Conformal coating and grounded shield layers.
• Compliance:
  • Safety: UL 508, IEC 60950-1.
  • EMC: FCC Part 15, EN 55011 (Class A).

Software & Firmware

• Firmware: Programmable via GE’s proprietary tools (e.g., ToolboxST™ for Speedtronic systems).
• Configuration: Supports ladder logic, function block diagrams, or structured text (IEC 61131-3 compliant).
• Diagnostics: Built-in self-test (BIST), LED indicators for power/status/fault.

Applications

• Power Generation: Gas/steam turbine control, excitation systems.
• Industrial Automation: Motor drives, conveyor systems, HVAC.
• Oil & Gas: Compressor control, pipeline monitoring.
• Renewable Energy: Wind turbine pitch/yaw control.

Certifications & Standards

• Regulatory: CE, cULus, ATEX (for hazardous locations).
• Quality: ISO 9001:2015, GE’s Six Sigma manufacturing standards.

Replacement & Compatibility

• Backward Compatibility: Designed to replace older DS200-series PCBs (e.g., DS200PCCAG5ACB).
• Spare Parts: Available through GE authorized distributors (e.g., Vertiv, Arrow Electronics).

Conclusion

The DS200PCCAG9ACB is a robust, high-reliability PCB engineered for demanding industrial environments. Its modular design, extensive I/O capabilities, and compliance with international standards make it suitable for critical control applications in power generation and automation.

For exact specifications, always refer to the GE DS200PCCAG9ACB Technical Manual or contact GE Renewable Energy/Power Conversion support.