General Electric IS200IGPAG2A Gate Drive Power Supply Board

The GE IS200IGPAG2A Gate Drive Power Supply Board is a high-reliability power interface module designed for the GE Mark VI and Mark VIe control platforms.

It provides the isolated, stable, and precise power required to drive IGBT and SCR gate circuits in medium- and high-voltage power conversion applications.

By supplying clean DC power to gate drivers, the IS200IGPAG2A ensures fast switching, low conduction losses, and optimal thermal performance of the associated power semiconductor devices.

Its rugged PCB design, wide operating range, and integrated protection features make it a dependable component for turbine control systems, large drives, and industrial power converters.

Product Specifications

Applications

The IS200IGPAG2A is purpose-built for high-power switching environments where precise gate drive power is critical:

• Steam and Gas Turbine Converters – Supplies isolated gate drive power for high-voltage IGBT bridge circuits.

• Large Industrial Drives – Ensures consistent gate control for high-horsepower AC and DC drives.

• Power Generation Plants – Supports generator excitation and inverter modules.

• Marine Propulsion Systems – Provides reliable gate drive power for marine propulsion inverters.

• Renewable Energy Inverters – Powers IGBT gate drives in wind turbine and solar farm converters.

• HVAC and Compressor Systems – Maintains stable switching power in large industrial refrigeration units.

Advantages

• Isolated Dual-Rail Output – Provides clean ±15 V DC for precise IGBT/SCR gate operation.

• High Reliability – Designed for continuous duty in demanding power environments.

• Integrated Protection – Includes overvoltage, overcurrent, and thermal shutdown safeguards.

• Active Power Factor Correction – Improves efficiency and reduces input harmonics.

• Compact Modular Design – Fits standard GE racks, simplifying upgrades and maintenance.

• Low EMI/Noise – Multilayer PCB with advanced filtering for quiet operation.

• Wide Input Range – Accepts 85–264 V AC for global deployment without modifications.

• Diagnostic LEDs – Instant status indication for power and fault conditions.

FAQ

1. What is the main function of the IS200IGPAG2A board?

   It provides isolated +15 V and –15 V DC outputs to power IGBT or SCR gate-driver circuits, ensuring stable switching signals in high-voltage applications.

2. Which GE control systems is it designed to work with?

   The board integrates directly with GE Mark VI and Mark VIe control platforms without requiring firmware changes or special adapters.

3. What is the input voltage range?

   It accepts 85–264 V AC, allowing use with standard global power supplies and tolerating typical line fluctuations.

4. How much current can the outputs deliver?

   Each of the dual isolated outputs can supply up to 5 A continuous current, suitable for demanding gate-drive loads.

5. How is galvanic isolation achieved?

   High-frequency transformers and opto-coupled feedback provide isolation rated to 2500 V RMS between input and outputs.

6. Does it include power-factor correction?

   Yes, an active PFC circuit maintains a near-unity power factor, improving energy efficiency and reducing harmonic distortion.

7. What protection features are built in?

   The board includes overvoltage, overcurrent, and short-circuit protection plus thermal shutdown for safe operation.

8. What operating temperature range is supported?

   It is rated for continuous use from –20 °C to +65 °C in industrial environments.

9. How are status and faults indicated?

   Front-edge LEDs show green for normal operation and red for fault conditions, allowing quick visual diagnostics.

10. Is forced-air cooling required?

    Normally no—natural convection is sufficient, but forced air is recommended in high-heat or dense enclosures.