GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA | Exciter Backplane Board

Central Interconnect for GE EX2100 Exciter Cards

The GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA provides all signal and power connections between exciter cards. This backplane board belongs to the Mark VI series from General Electric. It mounts at the rear of the exciter rack enclosure. Therefore, it eliminates point-to-point wiring between multiple boards.

Physical Dimensions and Rack Mounting Details

This backplane board measures 30 cm in width, 25 cm in height, and 2 cm in depth. The GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA weighs approximately 0.85 kg, which supports rigid rack mounting. Its multi-layer PCB contains embedded power and ground planes. Consequently, it provides low-impedance connections for high-speed signals.

Connector Layout and Component Configuration

The GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA features six 96-pin DIN connectors for card slots. It also provides one 20-pin power input header for system supply. This board contains no active components, making it purely passive. Additionally, it includes sixteen filtering capacitors distributed across the power rails.

Technical Parameter	Specification
Full Model Name	GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA
Manufacturer	General Electric (GE)
Series	Mark VI / EX2100
Product Category	Exciter Backplane Board
Weight	0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	300 mm x 250 mm x 20 mm
DIN Connectors (Card Slots)	6 x 96-pin female
Power Input Header	1 x 20-pin
Active Components	None (passive board)
Filtering Capacitors	16 units (100 µF each)
Total Capacitance	1,600 µF
Maximum Current per Pin	1 A (signal) / 5 A (power)
Layer Count	8 layers
Operating Temperature	–25°C to +70°C

Energy Storage and Power Distribution Performance

The GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA stores minimal energy for high-frequency decoupling. Its sixteen capacitors provide 1,600 µF of total capacitance. This storage filters switching noise from the power supply rails. As a result, all connected cards receive clean DC power for reliable operation.

Role Within the EX2100 Excitation System

You will typically find the GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA mounted at the rear of the exciter rack. It accepts up to six plug-in cards including regulator and bridge boards. Moreover, this backplane supports both VME bus and proprietary exciter signals. Its passive design ensures maximum reliability with no active failure points.

Installation and Card Insertion Guidelines

Use the GE IS200EBKPG1C IS200EBKPG1CAA as a direct replacement for older EBKP revisions. Always power down the entire rack before inserting or removing any card. The DIN connectors align with standard VME keying guides. This backplane requires no configuration jumpers or software setup. Simply secure it to the rack frame with twelve mounting screws and insert your cards into the appropriate slots.