General Electric Fanuc IS215UCVEH2AE VME Control Card

The GE Fanuc IS215UCVEH2AE is a high-performance VME-based Control Processor Module, primarily used in GE Speedtronic Mark VI and Mark VIe Turbine Control Systems. As a VMEbus CPU board, this unit serves as the main processor for complex real-time control tasks, offering powerful computational capabilities and extensive communication interfaces.

It runs an embedded real-time operating system and is typically tasked with executing turbine control algorithms, I/O data processing, and interfacing with other system components such as HMIs, IONet, and ToolboxST configuration tools. The IS215UCVEH2AE includes dual Ethernet ports, multiple serial ports, and high-speed VME bus connectivity, ensuring deterministic performance for mission-critical industrial applications.

Key Features

• VME-based embedded control module

• Equipped with a high-speed CPU for deterministic real-time processing

• Runs QNX real-time operating system or VxWorks (depending on system generation)

• Dual Ethernet ports for redundant or isolated network communication

• Two RS-232 serial ports for diagnostics, configuration, or legacy device interfacing

• Supports IONet and ToolboxST software connectivity

• Provides non-volatile flash memory and volatile DRAM

• Used in GE Mark VI/VIe turbine control and DCS systems

• Field-upgradable firmware

• Industrial-grade construction for high-reliability environments

Technical Specifications

Industry Applications

The IS215UCVEH2AE module is designed for high-availability, mission-critical control systems, most commonly found in:

• Gas and Steam Turbine Control Systems – as a core processor within GE Mark VI or VIe

• Power Generation – used in turbine/generator protection and regulation

• Petrochemical Plants – for coordinated turbine control in refinery and chemical processes

• Industrial DCS Systems – part of the main processing backbone

• Oil & Gas Pipelines – in compressor station control

• Water Treatment Plants – handling real-time logic and sequencing

Product Advantages

• Designed for high-reliability real-time processing

• Dual Ethernet for redundancy and secure data flow

• Extensive VME I/O compatibility, making it ideal for large control systems

• Easy integration with GE control platforms using ToolboxST

• Rugged industrial-grade design for harsh operating environments

• Firmware upgrade support ensures long lifecycle and feature enhancements

• Stable RTOS (QNX/VxWorks) ensures deterministic and consistent control execution

• Field-proven reliability in turbine and process automation systems globally

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary function of the IS215UCVEH2AE?

It acts as the main control processor in GE Mark VI/VIe turbine control systems.

2. What types of communication does it support?

It provides dual Ethernet, two serial (RS-232) ports, and VMEbus connectivity.

3. What operating system runs on this module?

Typically, QNX RTOS or VxWorks, both optimized for real-time control applications.

4. Can the firmware be upgraded?

Yes, firmware updates can be done via Ethernet, typically using ToolboxST.

5. Is this module hot-swappable?

No, it must be powered down before removal or replacement.

6. Is this compatible with GE ToolboxST software?

Yes, it is fully compatible with ToolboxST and ControlST for configuration and diagnostics.

7. How does this module connect to other system parts?

Through VMEbus for I/O interaction and Ethernet for SCADA or HMI communication.

8. What does “H2AE” denote in the model number?

It typically indicates the hardware and firmware revision, with “H2” representing version 2 and “AE” the revision level.

9. Is this part backward compatible with earlier Mark V/Ve modules?

It may be electrically and logically compatible, but always verify with GE system documentation.

10. What happens if the module fails?

The system will generate a diagnostic alarm, and a spare UCVE module should be swapped in after system shutdown.