GE IS200CABPG1B IS200CABPG1BAA HSSL Expander Card

The GE IS200CABPG1B IS200CABPG1BAA functions as a high-speed serial link expander for the Mark VI series. This board expands communication capabilities between the main controller and remote I/O racks. You will find this unit in many distributed turbine control systems. General Electric designed this card for the Speedtronic turbine control platform. Its robust design ensures reliable data transmission over long distances.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Full Model Number	GE IS200CABPG1B IS200CABPG1BAA
Category	HSSL Expander Card for Speedtronic Turbine Control
Dimensions (W x H)	Approx. 3.8 x 7.0 inches
Weight	0.48 kg (1.06 lbs)
Number of Components	95+ discrete parts including optical isolators and drivers
Energy Storage	210 Joules (total capacitive discharge)
Interface Type	2x fiber optic ports + 1x 20-pin header + 1x backplane connector

This board integrates over 95 discrete components onto a single PCB. Its dimensions measure roughly 3.8 inches wide by 7.0 inches high. The total weight reaches about 0.48 kilograms including the mounting bracket. Two fiber optic ports handle high-speed serial communication with remote racks. A 20-pin header provides local configuration access. One backplane connector supplies power and data paths to the main rack. The design stores up to 210 joules of capacitive energy for stable optical transmission.

Functional Layout and Communication Management

The GE IS200CABPG1B IS200CABPG1BAA converts electrical signals to optical pulses for noise immunity. Each fiber optic channel operates independently at high baud rates. Moreover, the card buffers incoming data before forwarding it to the controller. This variant includes upgraded optical drivers for longer transmission distances. General Electric specifically designed this card for the Mark VI Speedtronic system. You can replace an older expander with this unit without changing the rack configuration.

Installation Guidelines and Compatibility

This HSSL expander card mounts directly into a standard Mark VI rack slot. Always disconnect system power before handling the GE IS200CABPG1B IS200CABPG1BAA. The card works with existing GE fiber optic cables and remote racks. Verify your firmware revision supports this variant. This board maintains backward compatibility with earlier Mark VI versions. Proper installation ensures reliable remote I/O communication and system integrity.