{"product_id":"ge-is200emioh1a-exciter-main-i-o-board","title":"GE IS200EMIOH1A Exciter Main I\/O Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for signal management in EX2100 excitation control systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eGE IS200EMIOH1A\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eIS200EMIOH1A\u003c\/strong\u003e Exciter Main I\/O Board) provides direct physical execution of I\/O routing and gate pulse generation. This hardware component serves as the primary EMIO board utilized to execute PT\/CT signal acquisition, contact input monitoring, and relay drive logic across EX2100 control rack architectures.\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\u003eIS200EMIOH1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE\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\u003e2 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-slot, double-height VME form factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard industrial ambient range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem-dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT\/CT signal I\/O; Gate pulse generation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication and Deterministic Networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS200EMIOH1A functions as the centralized I\/O manager for the EX2100 control rack, interfacing with EPCT, ECTB, EACF, and EXTB terminal boards. The module manages the conversion of PT and CT signals and provides contact input\/output relay driver functionality. A primary technical function of the EMIO is the generation and transmission of logic-level gate pulse signals to the ESEL board; these signals are subsequently routed to the EGPA module within the power conversion cabinet via the backplane bus. Deterministic backplane bus communication velocity is maintained to ensure synchronous pulse firing. Firmware flash compatibility and hardware configuration must be verified against GEI-100453 to ensure proper integration with the rack-mounted power conversion components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the IS200EMIOH1A be hot-swapped while the exciter is in operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The VME-style architecture requires the control rack to be de-energized before module extraction. Removing the EMIO board while the system is powered will disrupt gate pulse transmission and result in an immediate exciter trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the EMIO handle signals from the connected terminal boards?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The EMIO acts as the central hub for the EPCT, ECTB, EACF, and EXTB boards. It receives analog instrumentation signals (PT\/CT) and digital status inputs, processes them locally, and drives the pilot trip and output relays based on the internal rack logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slide the double-height VME board into the designated control rack slot. Ensure all guide rails are properly aligned and that the board is fully seated to guarantee secure contact with the backplane connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure all connections to the terminal boards (EPCT, ECTB, etc.) are tight and labeled according to the system schematic. Use shielded cabling for PT\/CT and gate pulse paths to prevent electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Verify that the control rack chassis is properly bonded to the system earth ground. This is necessary to maintain the integrity of the logic-level gate pulse signals and the accuracy of the analog sensor inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regularly inspect the EMIO board and the surrounding backplane connectors for signs of thermal degradation, particularly if the rack is operating near maximum load capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52983976362293,"sku":"IS200EMIOH1A","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/IS200EMIOH1AFB_064e2f71-7665-4c22-be95-f60a7f7bb65c.png?v=1781083571","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/ge-is200emioh1a-exciter-main-i-o-board","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}