GE IS220PPRFH1B Mark VIe PROFIBUS Master Gateway I/O Module

Product Description

The IS220PPRFH1B PROFIBUS Master Gateway Module is part of GE’s Mark VIe Series, engineered to provide deterministic and high-speed communication between turbine controllers and PROFIBUS-DP field devices. Designed for large-scale process control and power generation environments, this module ensures seamless integration of distributed I/O, sensors, and actuators into turbine automation systems.

Technical Specifications

• Model: IS220PPRFH1B

• Series/Family: Mark VIe (IS200/IS220 Series)

• Product Type: PROFIBUS Master Gateway I/O Module

• Functional Acronym: PPRF

• Manufacturer: GE Intelligent Platforms (General Electric)

• Interface: PROFIBUS via RS-485 (COM-C Module)

• Master Type: DPV0, Class 1

• Slave Capacity: Up to 125 devices

• Data Throughput per Slave: 244 bytes input / 244 bytes output

• Transmission Speed: 9.6 kbaud to 12 Mbaud

• Redundancy Options: Single Ethernet, Dual Ethernet, Pack Hot-Backup Ethernet (2-port)

• Input Voltage: Nominal 28 V DC

• Maximum Input Current: 0.18 A DC

• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +131°F)

• Certifications:

• ATEX Zone 2 Group IIC (UL DEMKO 12 ATEX 1114875X)

• UL E207685

• PCB Protection: Conformal coating for environmental durability

Application Scenarios

• Wind turbine control systems requiring PROFIBUS-DP integration

• Power generation plants with distributed I/O networks

• Industrial automation requiring deterministic communication with sensors and actuators

FAQ

Q: How many PROFIBUS devices can be connected?  A: The module supports up to 125 slave devices with full DPV0 Class 1 master functionality.

Q: What redundancy options are available?  A: Single Ethernet, dual Ethernet, and hot-backup Ethernet configurations are supported for fault tolerance.

Q: Is this module suitable for hazardous environments?  A: Yes, it is ATEX Zone 2 certified for use in industrial environments with explosive atmospheres.