The GE DS200SSBAG1A is a Drive Snubber Board used in GE Mark V Speedtronic turbine and industrial drive systems. It is designed to suppress voltage spikes and transient over-voltages generated during switching operations in DC drive circuits, protecting sensitive power electronics such as thyristors and transistors.
This module is a key protective layer in GE drive architectures, ensuring safe energy dissipation, reduced electrical stress, and improved long-term reliability of power conversion systems.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Electric (GE) |
| Model | DS200SSBAG1A |
| Series | Mark V Speedtronic Drive System |
| Module Type | Drive Snubber Board |
| Function | Voltage spike suppression / energy absorption |
| Supported Drive Systems | DC 300 / 2000 drive platforms |
| Input Connector | 2-pin FCPL connector |
| Energy Storage | Capacitor-based snubber network |
| Protection Function | Over-voltage & transient suppression |
| Battery Support | Dual auxiliary backup batteries (660 VAC rated) |
| Signal Function | EMI filtering / noise reduction |
| Mechanical Design | Panel-mounted PCB assembly |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Vibration Rating | Industrial-grade (up to 10–500 Hz) |
| Shock Resistance | Up to 30G operating shock |
| Dimensions | ~21 × 12 × 2.5 cm |
| Weight | ~0.5 kg |
The board is specifically engineered to protect GE DC drive systems from electrical stress caused by rapid switching events and load changes.
System Role & Functional Behavior
The DS200SSBAG1A operates as a power protection and energy absorption layer inside drive systems:
- Absorbs high-energy voltage spikes generated during motor switching
- Dissipates excess electrical energy as heat through snubber circuits
- Stabilizes DC drive operation during start/stop transitions
- Reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) across control electronics
- Protects power semiconductor devices from voltage stress damage
- Improves reliability of DC 300/2000 drive platforms
In practice, it acts as a “shock absorber” for electrical energy surges inside high-power drive environments.
Recommended Related Modules
For a complete GE Mark V drive system, DS200SSBAG1A is commonly paired with:
- DS200SDCCG5AHD Drive Control Board
- DS200DSPC Signal Processing Module
- DS200CPC Control Processor Board
- DS200EXPS Excitation Power Supply Module
- DS200TCQAG Terminal Interface Board
These modules together manage control logic, signal processing, power regulation, and protection.
Common GE Drive & Turbine Modules
Frequently associated components include:
- DS200TCDA control interface boards
- DS200TBCAG terminal boards
- DS200EX series excitation modules
- IS200 Mark VI excitation system cards
- GE 531X drive and power supply boards
Each contributes to either control, excitation, or power protection layers.
