The GE 44A736424-001 is a terminal board interface assembly used in GE Mark V turbine control and industrial automation systems. It is designed to support communication and signal interfacing between control modules and external I/O or serial communication devices, enabling stable data exchange and system expandability in legacy GE control architectures.
Although often classified under terminal interface or add-on board categories, this module is widely used as a system-level communication and signal bridging component in turbine control environments.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Electric (GE) |
| Model | 44A736424-001 |
| Series | Mark V Control System |
| Module Type | Terminal Board Interface / I/O Expansion |
| Function | Signal communication & interface expansion |
| System Role | Serial / I/O expansion support |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC operating supply |
| Communication Support | Serial communication expansion (RS-232/RS-485 compatible architecture depending on system) |
| Signal Handling | Mixed analog/digital interface support |
| Processing Role | Data routing and signal conditioning |
| Backplane Integration | Mark V control rack interface |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Humidity Range | Up to 95% non-condensing |
| Dimensions | ~21 × 15 × 2.5 cm |
| Weight | ~0.5 kg |
The module is commonly referenced as a terminal board interface assembly used for expanding communication and control capability in GE Mark V systems.
System Role & Functional Behavior
The 44A736424-001 operates as a communication and signal expansion interface layer:
- Expands serial or communication connectivity within control systems
- Interfaces between turbine control boards and external devices
- Supports mixed signal routing (analog + digital depending on configuration)
- Enables system diagnostics and data exchange functions
- Integrates into redundant or distributed control architectures
- Supports turbine control logic execution and monitoring functions
In industrial applications, it helps extend the flexibility of older GE Mark V systems without requiring full controller replacement.
Recommended Related Modules
This interface module is typically used with:
- GE Mark V control processor boards (CPC / SDCC series)
- DS200 series terminal and control boards
- DS200DSPC signal processing modules
- DS200EXPS excitation power modules
- GE turbine protection and I/O interface cards
These components together form a complete turbine control and monitoring system.
Common GE Mark V / Industrial Modules
Frequently associated systems include:
- DS200SDCC drive control board
- DS200TCQAG terminal board modules
- DS200TBCAG I/O interface boards
- GE excitation and protection modules
- Legacy turbine control rack assemblies
Each supports a different layer of turbine control, signal processing, and system communication.
