GE 512AZSPBPAC-100 Chassis Module

The GE 512AZSPBPAC-100 Chassis Module houses multiple control boards in a single rugged enclosure. You will find this chassis ideal for centralized turbine control systems. Its modular backplane simplifies board insertion and removal significantly.

Dimensions, Weight, and Mechanical Layout

This chassis module measures 48.3 cm in length and 26.7 cm in width. Its height reaches 17.8 cm for 4U rack compatibility. The total weight stands at 3.2 kilograms without inserted boards. A cold-rolled steel construction provides excellent mechanical rigidity and shielding.

Slot Interfaces and Component Count

The GE 512AZSPBPAC-100 Chassis Module offers 21 universal backplane slots for various cards. Each slot supports both analog and digital I/O modules interchangeably. You also get two dedicated power supply slots at the left side. In total, this chassis contains 312 individual electronic backplane components. These include 21 edge connectors, 6 bus terminators, and 245 passive signal traces.

Power Backplane and Energy Storage

A passive backplane distributes power from inserted supplies to all slots. The backplane supports up to 1200 watts total system power. Two 5600µF bulk capacitors provide local energy storage for 50 milliseconds. This short backup bridges power during supply switching operations. The chassis accepts both AC and DC power supply modules.

Environmental Limits and Cooling Features

Therefore, the operating temperature ranges from -20°C to +60°C. Storage temperatures extend from -40°C to +85°C without degradation. Three 92mm fan slots accommodate forced-air cooling modules. Mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeds 250,000 hours for the backplane alone.

Below table summarizes all key technical parameters:

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	General Electric
Series	Mark VI IS200
Full Product Name	GE 512AZSPBPAC-100 Chassis Module
Model Number	512AZSPBPAC-100
Length	48.3 cm
Width	26.7 cm
Height	17.8 cm (4U)
Weight	3.2 kg (empty)
Material	Cold-rolled steel
Total Backplane Slots	21 universal
Dedicated Power Slots	2
Edge Connectors	21
Bus Terminators	6
Total Backplane Components	312
Maximum System Power	1200 W
Bulk Capacitance	2 x 5600µF
Local Energy Storage	50 milliseconds
Power Input Options	AC or DC modules
Fan Slots	3 x 92mm
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Backplane MTBF	>250,000 hours

Mounting, Grounding, and Additional Features

Four mounting ears support standard 19-inch rack installation. A single chassis ground stud connects to the plant earth ground. For similar static trip system enclosures, see the RMS-TSG-TZ-C model from the same manufacturer. However, this chassis module specializes in Mark VI IS200 board accommodation exclusively. The module also includes an anti-static wrist strap grounding point at the front.