GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA | Analog I/O Motherboard

Central Carrier for Mark VI Analog I/O Expansion

The GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA hosts multiple analog input and output daughter cards. This motherboard belongs to the Mark VI series from General Electric. It provides power, communication, and signal routing for all connected modules. Therefore, it simplifies system integration and reduces cabinet wiring significantly.

Physical Dimensions and Rack Mounting Details

This motherboard measures 28 cm in width, 20 cm in height, and 3.5 cm in depth. The GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA weighs approximately 0.62 kg, which supports secure rack mounting. Its multi-layer PCB contains dedicated analog and digital ground planes. Consequently, it minimizes noise coupling between sensitive analog signals.

Connector Layout and Component Configuration

The GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA features one 96-pin backplane connector for rack interface. It also provides four 40-pin expansion slots for daughter cards. This board contains sixteen filtering capacitors for power rail stabilization. Additionally, it includes four transient suppression diodes for input protection.

Technical Parameter	Specification
Full Model Name	GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA
Manufacturer	General Electric (GE)
Series	Mark VI / Speedtronic
Product Category	Core Analog I/O Module Motherboard
Weight	0.62 kg (1.37 lbs)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	280 mm x 200 mm x 35 mm
Backplane Connector	1 x 96-pin DIN
Daughter Card Slots	4 x 40-pin headers
Filtering Capacitors	16 units (100 µF each)
Transient Suppression Diodes	4 units
Total Capacitance	1,600 µF
Maximum Daughter Cards	4 modules
Operating Voltage	5 VDC, ±15 VDC
Maximum Current	2 A (5V), 0.5 A (±15V)
Operating Temperature	–20°C to +65°C

Energy Storage and Noise Filtering Performance

The GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA stores sufficient energy for analog stability. Its sixteen capacitors provide 1,600 µF of total capacitance. This storage filters high-frequency noise from the power supply rails. As a result, all connected daughter cards receive clean power for accurate conversions.

Role Within the Mark VI Speedtronic System

You will typically find the GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA in a dedicated I/O slot of the rack. It accepts up to four analog I/O daughter cards for system expansion. Moreover, this motherboard supports both voltage and current input types. Its four slots accommodate a mix of analog inputs, outputs, or combination cards.

Installation and Card Insertion Guidelines

Use the GE IS200BCLAH1A IS200BCLAH1ABA as a direct replacement for older BCLA revisions. Always power down the rack before inserting or removing any daughter cards. The expansion slots align with keying guides to prevent incorrect insertion. This motherboard requires no configuration jumpers or software setup. Simply secure it with its ejector tabs and press each daughter card firmly into its respective slot.