Technical Specifications and Board Design
This PC board provides discrete output control for GE Mark V turbine systems. The GE DS200UCPBG6A DS200UCPBG6AFB drives contactors, solenoids, and annunciator circuits reliably. You can install this board into any standard Mark V rack slot position. Its robust design handles continuous operation in high-temperature turbine environments. The board weighs approximately 0.61 kilograms. Its dimensions measure 28 cm in height, 18 cm in width, and 2.5 cm in depth.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | GE Energy / General Electric |
| Model | DS200UCPBG6A DS200UCPBG6AFB |
| Category | PC Board / Discrete Output Control Card |
| Weight | 0.61 kg |
| Height | 28 cm |
| Length | 18 cm |
| Thickness | 2.5 cm |
| Number of Outputs | 16 discrete outputs |
| Output Type | Transistor (sourcing) |
| Output Voltage Range | 12-30V DC |
| Output Current per Point | 0.5 Amps maximum |
| Total Output Current | 4 Amps maximum |
| Number of Inputs | 8 discrete inputs (24V DC) |
| Input Response Time | 2 milliseconds typical |
| Output Response Time | 0.5 milliseconds typical |
| Isolation Voltage | 1500V DC between field and logic |
| Energy Storage | None (no battery) |
| Component Count | Single PCB with transistors, optocouplers, and LED indicators |
Output Control and Load Driving
The board provides sixteen high-side transistor outputs for load control. Each output drives solenoids, relays, and indicator lamps directly. The GE DS200UCPBG6A DS200UCPBG6AFB includes built-in overcurrent protection on each channel. A yellow LED illuminates when the controller energizes the corresponding output. The transistors switch within 0.5 milliseconds of the command signal. Consequently, the board suits high-speed valve and actuator applications. Each output can handle inductive loads with built-in flyback suppression.
Input Monitoring and Status Feedback
The board also accepts eight discrete input signals from field devices. These inputs monitor contact states, limit switches, and auxiliary contacts. The GE DS200UCPBG6A DS200UCPBG6AFB uses optocouplers for complete input isolation. A green LED indicates when an input detects a valid ON signal. The inputs accept 24V DC signals from standard industrial sensors. Each input filters electrical noise for reliable status reading. The board reports all input states to the main turbine controller.
Installation and Operational Guidelines
You must insert this board into a dedicated slot in the Mark V rack. The backplane supplies 5V and 24V DC power to the board automatically. The GE DS200UCPBG6A DS200UCPBG6AFB draws approximately 200 mA from the 5V supply. It draws additional current based on how many outputs energize simultaneously. You should verify the total load current does not exceed 4 Amps. Exceeding this limit will trigger the overcurrent protection circuit. The board requires no external battery for normal operation. You should replace the entire board if any output fails short or open.
Details
| Weight | 0.91 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 273.6 × 214.1 × 59.2 mm |
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