I/O modules

High-Speed Fiber Optic Interface for Mark VIe

The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board handles fiber optic communication between control modules. This board converts electrical signals to optical pulses for noise-free transmission. Therefore, you can isolate sensitive control circuits from high-voltage switching noise.

Physical Dimensions and Weight Details

This printed circuit board measures 26.9 cm in length and 15.2 cm in width. Its total height reaches only 2.8 cm including all component tops. The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board weighs exactly 0.42 kilograms. This moderate weight ensures stable mounting in turbine control cabinets.

Connector Interfaces and Component Count

You will find one 48-pin VME connector on the rear edge. The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board also features six fiber optic transceiver ports on the front panel. These ports use standard ST-style connectors for easy field termination. Inside the board, a single 8-layer PCB holds one hundred seventy-three discrete components. These components include laser drivers, photodetectors, and signal conditioning circuits.

Energy Storage and Power Characteristics

This fiber optic board stores minimal energy using only ceramic filter capacitors. It draws operational power from the 5V and 3.3V VME backplane rails. The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board consumes approximately 5.8 watts during normal operation. Consequently, you will never need to replace any internal batteries.

Fiber Optic Channel Specifications

Six independent fiber optic channels support full duplex communication. Each channel transmits data at rates up to 10 Mbps. The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board uses 850 nm wavelength LEDs for optical transmission. This wavelength works reliably with multimode fiber cables up to 500 meters long.

Signal Integrity and Diagnostic Features

Each channel includes dedicated link status monitoring for fault detection. The GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board features six green LEDs for active channel indication. A red LED illuminates when the board detects a fiber link failure. For protection, each receiver includes automatic gain control for varying signal strength.

Environmental Tolerance and Reliability Data

You can operate this board reliably from -20°C to +60°C ambient temperature. The module also withstands 5% to 95% humidity without any condensation. For long-term use, the ST connectors support 1000 mating cycles without signal loss.

Key Technical Data (List Format)

• Full Product Name: GE IS200GFOIH1B IS200GFOIH1BBA Printed Circuit Board

• Product Weight: 0.42 kg (0.93 lbs)

• Physical Dimensions: 26.9 cm (L) x 15.2 cm (W) x 2.8 cm (H)

• Interface Type: One 48-pin VME connector + six ST-style fiber ports

• Internal Components: One 8-layer PCB + 173 discrete components

• Energy Storage: Ceramic filter capacitors only (no batteries)

• Power Consumption: 5.8 watts (from 5V and 3.3V rails)

• Fiber Channels: 6 independent channels (full duplex)

• Data Rate: Up to 10 Mbps per channel

• Wavelength: 850 nm (multimode fiber)

• Maximum Cable Length: 500 meters (62.5/125 µm fiber)

• Status Indicators: Six green LEDs + one red fault LED

• Connector Durability: 1000 mating cycles

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C

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