Product Details
The GE IS200STCIH2AED, also cataloged as the IS200STCI Terminal Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for field signal termination and input conditioning within GE Mark VI Turbine Control System racks.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IS200STCIH2AED |
| Brand | GE / General Electric |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 14.75 cm x 9.50 cm x 3.50 cm |
| Operating Temp | Standard Cabinet Operating Range |
| Power Consumption | Passive Field Interface / Backplane Powered |
| Board Type | Compact Contact Input Terminal Board |
| Signal Interface | Field Contact Inputs and Isolation Circuitry |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility
The IS200STCIH2AED conditions field dry contacts and routes discrete logic states directly to adjacent Mark VI I/O processor modules without introducing signal latencies. Passive impedance-matching networks protect the backplane bus communication velocity across high-density rack configurations. Integrated EEPROM structures provide system identification and maintain firmware flash compatibility during controller startup and automatic board recognition sequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the IS200STCIH2AED terminal board connect to the main Mark VI controller?
A: The board interfaces via multi-pin cable harnesses connected to the corresponding I/O processor card in the Mark VI rack frame.
Q: What physical grounding steps must be observed during terminal board mounting?
A: Secure the 14.75 cm x 9.50 cm x 3.50 cm assembly onto the designated baseplate mounting posts using metallic hardware to establish a direct frame ground path.
Q: Are active component programming steps required upon replacing an IS200STCI unit?
A: No, the onboard non-volatile memory automatically communicates module parameter metadata to the processor to verify configuration alignment.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Disconnect all primary rack power feeds and field signal voltage sources before physically servicing the terminal board.
- Put on an ESD grounding wrist strap attached to an unpainted metal surface of the control cabinet.
- Mount the IS200STCIH2AED onto the enclosure DIN rail or mounting standoffs using the provided mechanical fasteners.
- Route field wiring into the terminal block screw connectors, verifying correct conductor polarity and tight clamp engagement.
- Secure signal cable shields to the nearest cabinet earth ground bar, maintaining single-point grounding to prevent ground loops.
Additional Information
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- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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