{"product_id":"ds200cpcag1a-ge-contactor-pilot-board","title":"DS200CPCAG1A GE Contactor Pilot Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for contactor control and excitation management in EX2000 systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE DS200CPCAG1A\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eDS200CPCA\u003c\/strong\u003e Contactor Pilot Board) provides direct physical\/electrical execution of coil switching sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS200CPCAG1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE (General Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.45 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.8 cm x 8.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-35 to 65 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 VDC (Control Logic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105 VDC (Contactor Coil Drive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePLC\/DCS Deterministic Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS200CPCAG1A manages contactor state transitions by rectifying 115 VAC input into 105 VDC output for coil actuation. Integration into the EX2000 system requires precise coordination with the existing backplane bus communication velocity. As a critical link in the excitation sequence, this board maintains deterministic timing during state changes, ensuring that coil voltage is sustained to keep the contactor closed. Firmware flash compatibility and hardware handshaking protocols must be verified against the host controller revision to prevent timing latencies during high-frequency switching operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the test points CPH and CPN be measured with standard grounded multimeters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. CPH and CPN are not referenced to the drive's common level. All measurements must be performed using isolated test equipment capable of measuring floating potentials to prevent circuit damage or ground fault conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the CPCA functionality differ from the CDBA board in terms of load handling?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: While the CDBA board initiates the electricity for contactor operation, the CPCA board provides the full voltage required to close and maintain the contactor in a closed state, assuming the primary load responsibilities for the coil drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the board is securely seated in the designated EX2000 cabinet slot using the provided guide rails. Verify mechanical clearance for the 23.8 cm x 8.6 cm footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use appropriate gauge wire for the 115 VAC input connections. Ensure all terminals are tightened to specified torque values to prevent high-resistance connections and overheating during continuous coil activation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the cabinet chassis is properly earth-grounded. Because the board handles AC-to-DC conversion for inductive loads, maintain physical separation between signal cables and high-power conductors to mitigate electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Before applying full system power, perform continuity checks using isolated equipment at the designated test points (CPH, CPN, PSP, PSN) to verify correct voltage polarity and conversion levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53047001973045,"sku":"DS200CPCAG1A","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/DS200CPCAG1A.png?v=1782714700","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/ds200cpcag1a-ge-contactor-pilot-board","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}