GE IS200BPPCH1A IS200BPPCH1ABA Comm Board

The GE IS200BPPCH1A and GE IS200BPPCH1ABA function as dedicated communication circuit boards for turbine systems. These modules belong to the Mark VI series from General Electric. They manage data exchange between the main controller and remote I/O racks. Consequently, these boards enable reliable communication across long cable runs.

Technical Specifications

The table below lists the precise parameters for the GE IS200BPPCH1A and IS200BPPCH1ABA .

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	General Electric (GE)
Full Model Numbers	GE IS200BPPCH1A , GE IS200BPPCH1ABA
Product Category	Communication Circuit Board
Dimensions (H x W x D)	2.8 cm x 15.5 cm x 25.5 cm
Weight	0.44 kg (0.97 lbs)
Primary Interface	Two 64-pin backplane connectors
Communication Ports	2 serial ports and 1 Ethernet port
Component Count	Approximately 220 resistors and 100 capacitors
Energy Storage	Six 47 µF electrolytic capacitors
Protocol Support	Modbus, Profibus, and proprietary GE protocols
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +65°C

Functional Design and Data Exchange

The GE IS200BPPCH1ABA connects directly to the VME backplane of the cabinet. It buffers all incoming and outgoing data packets. Then, this board performs error checking on every message frame. Onboard LEDs indicate port activity and link status. Therefore, the IS200BPPCH1A simplifies troubleshooting of network communication issues.

Installation and Compatibility Notes

You must configure the communication parameters before operating this board. The GE IS200BPPCH1A fits exclusively into Mark VI series cabinets. Always replace faulty units with identical GE board revisions. Additionally, verify that the cable connections match the port types. This practice prevents signal loss and data corruption.