General Electric IS200TRPGH2B Primary Trip Terminal Board

The GE IS200TRPGH2B Primary Trip Terminal Board is an industrial-grade interface module engineered to provide reliable and high-speed trip signal routing for turbine and generator protection systems. Designed as part of GE’s Mark VIe control architecture, it delivers accurate and secure transmission of trip commands to circuit breakers, contactors, and other protective devices. The board incorporates galvanic isolation, redundant signal paths, and noise-immune circuitry to ensure safe shutdown operations during critical events. Its rugged construction and high-quality components make it suitable for demanding environments where operational continuity and safety are paramount.

Product Specifications

Applications

The IS200TRPGH2B is purpose-built for high-integrity trip signal management in power generation and heavy industrial applications.

• Turbine and generator protection circuits

• Emergency trip systems for gas and steam turbines

• Critical plant shutdown controls in petrochemical facilities

• Integration with Mark VIe and legacy GE trip modules

• Fast-response circuit breaker activation

Advantages

• High Reliability: Redundant circuitry ensures continuous operation even under fault conditions.

• Fast Response: Sub-5 ms signal transfer guarantees timely protective action.

• Robust Isolation: Galvanic isolation protects downstream equipment from electrical noise and surges.

• Flexible Integration: Seamlessly connects with GE Mark VIe and compatible systems.

• Industrial Durability: Designed to withstand vibration, shock, and environmental stress.

• Simplified Maintenance: Terminal block layout allows straightforward wiring and testing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What type of trip signals does the board handle?

   It supports dry contact or discrete trip signals commonly used in turbine and generator protection systems.

2. Can the IS200TRPGH2B work with both AC and DC control power?

   Yes, it accepts a DC supply within 24–125 V and interfaces with trip circuits triggered by AC or DC logic.

3. How does the board maintain signal integrity in noisy environments?

   It uses galvanic isolation, shielding, and filtering to minimize electrical noise and ensure clean signal transmission.

4. Is the board compatible with older GE Mark VI systems?

   Yes, it is backward-compatible with many legacy GE Mark VI components when properly configured.

5. What is the typical signal propagation delay?

   The board provides a response time of less than 5 milliseconds for high-speed trip commands.

6. Can multiple boards be installed in parallel for redundancy?

   Yes, it supports parallel installation to increase reliability and provide fail-safe operation.

7. What protection features are included on the board?

   It offers over-voltage suppression, surge protection, and current-limiting circuits.

8. Does the board provide diagnostic feedback?

   Status LEDs and test points are provided for monitoring signal health and board functionality.

9. How are field connections secured?

   Connections are made via robust screw terminals for secure and vibration-resistant wiring.

10. Is the board suitable for high-vibration turbine enclosures?

    Yes, it is designed and tested to endure industrial vibration levels up to 5 g without performance degradation.