The GE IS215UCVDH5A is a high-integrity dual-slot VME control and signal processing board developed for use in GE Mark VI and Mark VIe turbine control systems. It consolidates core processing, I/O coordination, and communication functions into a single rugged module designed for industrial power generation automation environments. This board is at the heart of real-time monitoring and control tasks, delivering reliable performance, integrated communication ports, and industrial-grade durability for mission-critical turbine applications.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | IS215UCVDH5A |
| Module Type | Dual-Slot VME Control & Signal Processing Board |
| Supported Platforms | GE Mark VI / Mark VIe Turbine Control Systems |
| Processor | 300 MHz AMD K6 (real-time processing) |
| Memory | 16 MB DRAM + 8 MB Flash |
| Operating System | QNX real-time OS |
| Communication Interfaces | Ethernet (10Base-T), RS-232/RS-485, ISBUS |
| Backplane Bus | VME64 dual-slot slot |
| Status Indicators | Dual columns of LEDs for running/communication/fault codes |
| Mounting | VME rack, dual-slot |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 266.7 × 196.85 × 88.9 mm |
| Weight | ~1.2 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +60 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Humidity Tolerance | 5–95% non-condensing |
| Diagnostics | Hot-swap support with online LED fault codes |
Measured and field-verified specifications based on VME implementation and industrial performance testing.
Recommended Related Modules
For a complete turbine control rack configuration, the IS215UCVDH5A is commonly paired with:
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GE IS210CPUIH1A – Core processing & control logic controller
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GE IS210SCMMH1C – System communication management module
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GE IS200VTURH1B – Turbine protection & sequencing board
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GE IS200VRTDH1D – Control coordination board
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GE IS200VVIBH1C – Vibration monitoring & protective diagnostics board
These modules work together to deliver fully integrated control, monitoring, protection, and communication across power plant automation systems.
Popular GE Mark VI/VIe Modules
Operators and systems integrators frequently deploy the following alongside the IS215UCVDH5A:
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GE IS200DSPXH1D – Digital signal processing board
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GE IS200VTCCH1C – Rack communication & coordination board
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GE IS200VSVOH1B – Servo control board
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GE IS200VCRCH1B – Control register board
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GE IS200TBAIH1C – Analog input board
These modules provide extended signal interfacing, control logic, and data coordination capabilities in turbine control architectures.
