{"product_id":"ge-ds200fcgdh1baa-gating-and-lci-control-board","title":"GE DS200FCGDH1BAA Gating and LCI Control Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE DS200FCGDH1BAA\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eDS200FCGDH1\u003c\/strong\u003e Gating and LCI Control Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for phase-controlled bridge gating and signal distribution within Mark V Speedtronic turbine control systems.\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\u003eDS200FCGDH1BAA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral 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\u003e0.34 kg (12 ounces)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXilinx FPGA, DSPC interface, 2 rear male connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Firmware Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS200FCGDH1BAA module is engineered to integrate into VME backplane architectures, serving as a gateway for phase-controlled non-reversing bridge systems. Computational logic is managed via an onboard Xilinx FPGA, which interprets signals relayed from the DSPC board. Firmware flash compatibility is intrinsically linked to the FPGA logic configuration; therefore, hardware replacement must ensure parity with existing system-level firmware versions to maintain deterministic timing in gating pulses. I\/O density scaling is managed through high-speed backplane bus communication, requiring precise seating within the drive rack to ensure electrical continuity across the rear horizontal male connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the DS200FCGDH1BAA be hot-swapped while the drive is energized?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The board must not be removed or inserted while the system is under power. The unit contains sensitive FPGA logic and VME backplane pins that may be damaged by transient voltages or improper seating sequences during hot-swapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the purpose of the LED indicators on the front faceplate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The LEDs located on the lower surface of the front faceplate provide visual diagnostic feedback regarding the operational state of the gating signals and card communication status. Refer to system-specific status tables for interpretation of indicator patterns during active operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the faceplate clip components are fully engaged after insertion. The clips provide necessary structural retention to prevent the board from backing out of the VME slot due to mechanical vibration within the turbine cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the rear male connectors carefully with the backplane receptors. Forceful insertion can bend or damage the pins, leading to intermittent signal transmission or short circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESD Prevention\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use anti-static protection when handling the PCB. As the board contains field-programmable gate arrays, it is susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge during manual handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Grounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the faceplate is firmly secured to the cabinet chassis to maintain a consistent chassis ground reference, which is required to minimize electromagnetic interference on the gate signal paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52991725306165,"sku":"DS200FCGDH1BAA","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/DS200FCGDH1BAA.png?v=1781249325","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/ge-ds200fcgdh1baa-gating-and-lci-control-board","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}