Product Details
The GE IS200AEADH4ADA, also cataloged as the IS200AEADH4A Input Terminal Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for analog signal conditioning and field excitation distribution within GE EX2100 Excitation Systems.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IS200AEADH4ADA |
| Brand | GE / General Electric |
| Origin | USA |
| Dimensions | 26.41 cm High x 21.33 cm Wide |
| Operating Temp | -30 to +65 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Board Interface Powered (24 VDC Auxiliary Output Circuitry) |
| System Platform | EX2100 Series Excitation Control |
| Channels | 6 Input Channels |
| Analog Input Span | 1-5 VDC |
| Analog Output Current | 0-20 mA |
| Assembly Technology | Surface Mount Technology (SMT) |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility
The IS200AEADH4ADA board conditions 1-5 VDC field inputs and manages 0-20 mA analog outputs to interface field transducers directly with the core EX2100 control rack. By performing localized noise filtering and signal level scaling, the board offloads raw analog data conversion tasks from the main processing unit, preserving deterministic backplane bus communication velocity across the excitation system backbone. Onboard circuit designs maintain strict firmware flash compatibility across EX2100 DSP controller software revisions, supporting high-speed control loop updates for generator excitation voltage regulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is field wiring terminated on the IS200AEADH4ADA input board?
A: Field wiring connects directly to dedicated screw terminal blocks mounted on the board surface, accommodating shielded twisted-pair cables for analog signal integrity.
Q: What power output capabilities are integrated on the IS200AEADH4ADA board?
A: The board incorporates onboard distribution circuits that provide 24 VDC outputs to power connected field transducers and external transmitter loops.
Field Installation Guidelines
- De-energize the EX2100 cabinet power and lock out all auxiliary 24 VDC power sources prior to board installation.
- Align the IS200AEADH4ADA mounting holes with the cabinet metal standoffs, ensuring correct orientation within the terminal subrack.
- Fasten all corner screws securely to establish solid chassis ground connection and mitigate electromagnetic interference (EMI).
- Connect field analog input lines to the designated 1-5 VDC terminals, terminating signal cable shields at the cabinet ground bar only.
- Secure multi-pin ribbon cables between the IS200AEADH4ADA board and the main EX2100 control rack, verifying connector latch engagement before applying power.
Additional Information
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