GE DS200LRPAG1A Line Protection Card

Configured for electrical parameter monitoring and fault isolation in drive control systems, the GE DS200LRPAG1A (DS200LRPA Line Protection Card) provides direct physical/electrical execution of circuit breaker trip sequences upon detection of abnormal line conditions.

Hardware Specifications

PLC/DCS Deterministic Network Integration

The DS200LRPAG1A performs real-time analysis of voltage, current, and frequency inputs to execute protective logic. Within the Drive Control system, the board maintains deterministic performance by comparing sampled input data against programmed thresholds. To ensure stability, the backplane bus communication velocity must be matched to the host controller requirements. Integration requires verification of firmware flash compatibility to ensure the protection algorithms—including ground fault and directional protection logic—are synchronized with the system's overall safety timing. Proper configuration prevents latency in trip signal delivery during fault events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the onboard reset switch be utilized to clear trip signals while the power line is still in a fault state?

A: No. The reset switch should only be operated after the primary fault condition has been cleared and isolated. Attempting to reset the board while a fault persists will result in an immediate re-trip condition, as the protection logic will detect the violation upon re-initialization.

Q: How are the LED indicators used for diagnostic fault condition determination?

A: The LEDs provide status updates on internal board health and the operational state of the trip circuit. Refer to the specific GE system manual to map LED blink codes to fault categories, such as power supply failure, sensor input loss, or trip output status.

Field Installation Guidelines

• Mounting: Utilize the factory-drilled holes in the board corners and along the edges for secure mounting via standoffs or screws. Ensure the board is electrically isolated from the cabinet chassis to prevent ground loops.
• Sensor Termination: Connect line monitoring sensors to the designated terminal strips. Verify wire gauge and ensure screw terminals are tightened to specified torque to maintain low-resistance signal paths for current and voltage inputs.
• Shielding: Terminate cable shields at the designated ground points to mitigate electromagnetic interference, which can cause erratic trip triggering.
• Termination: Ensure the vertical female cable connector and stab-on connectors are fully seated. Loose connections on these interfaces can lead to signal degradation and false positive trip signals.