GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA | Simplex Trip Board

The GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA belongs to the Mark V series. General Electric designed this board as a simplex trip unit. This component monitors critical turbine parameters continuously. It also initiates emergency shutdowns when necessary.

Technical Specifications

The table below lists all key parameters for the GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA.

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	General Electric (GE)
Full Model	DS200TCTSG1A / DS200TCTSG1AFA
Product Type	Simplex Trip Board
Series	Mark V
Width	10.0 inches (25.4 cm)
Height	7.0 inches (17.8 cm)
Weight	1.0 lb (0.45 kg)
Component Count	Over 140 surface-mount devices
Main Interface	One 64-pin male DIN connector
Trip Inputs	8 dedicated protection channels
Trip Outputs	4 solid-state relay outputs
Response Time	Less than 10 milliseconds
Threshold Accuracy	±0.5% of setpoint
Energy Storage	Film and ceramic capacitors
Status Indicators	Three LEDs (armed, trip, fault)

Trip Protection Features

The GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA uses a rugged four-layer PCB. Over 140 resistors, comparators, and logic gates process trip signals. A single 64-pin DIN connector links this board to the backplane. Consequently, trip commands reach actuators within 10 milliseconds. Three onboard LEDs show armed, trip, and fault status. Moreover, film capacitors provide stable energy for comparator reference voltages.

Input and Output Capabilities

You get eight dedicated protection channels on this simplex trip board. Each channel monitors a separate turbine parameter. The GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA provides four solid-state relay outputs. These outputs trigger external circuit breakers or valves. Threshold accuracy reaches ±0.5% of each setpoint. Therefore, this board ensures rapid system shutdown during emergencies.

Power and Energy Storage

You must install this board inside a protected Mark V cabinet. The backplane supplies 5 VDC and 24 VDC to the GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA. Ceramic capacitors filter high-frequency noise on power lines. Film capacitors store energy for stable threshold references. As a result, the board delivers accurate and reliable trip detection.

Mechanical Layout

This simplex trip board measures exactly 25.4 cm in width. Its height reaches 17.8 cm. The total weight equals just 0.45 kg. As a result, this board saves valuable rack space. The lightweight design also reduces stress on the backplane connector. Always handle this trip board by its edges. This precaution prevents electrostatic discharge damage.

Installation Context

This board works alongside other Mark V I/O and processor cards. Its compact size allows easy placement near protection relays. The robust design handles continuous industrial monitoring. Choose the GE DS200TCTSG1A DS200TCTSG1AFA for your turbine protection system.