The General Electric (GE) Drive LAN Control Board, featuring part numbers DS200LDCCH1A and DS200LDCCH1AKA, is a high-performance communication and control interface module designed for GE industrial drive systems.
Manufactured by GE Industrial Systems, this circuit board serves as the local area network (LAN) communication backbone for digital drive controllers like the EX2100, Mark VI, and Simplex/Redundant drive setups. It coordinates fast data exchange, network synchronization, and command processing across industrial drive nodes.
📊 Product Parameters & Technical Datasheet
• Brand: GE (General Electric)
• Model: DS200LDCCH1A / DS200LDCCH1AKA
• Series: Mark VI / EX2100 Drive Series
• Product Name: Drive LAN Control Board
• Country of Origin: United States
• Product Status: Industrial Automation Hardware / Legacy & Replacement Part
• Dimensions: Standard printed circuit board form factor for drive rack mounting
• Weight: Approx. 0.8 kg
• Power Consumption: Low power draw supplied via drive rack backplane bus
• Discontinuation Status: Mature product line supported by specialized industrial aftermarket providers
⚙️ Parameter Setting & Modification Methods
Configuring and adjusting parameters on the DS200LDCCH1A board is performed using GE’s ToolboxST or legacy configuration software suites connected via dedicated serial or network ports.
Technicians access the software interface to update network node addresses, communication baud rates, diagnostic trigger thresholds, and firmware configurations. All adjustments require administrator permissions and should be verified offline or during planned maintenance periods to avoid communication drops on the drive network.
🔄 Manual and Automatic Mode Switching
The control board operates via automated network management protocols combined with structured manual control hooks.
In automatic mode, the processor card handles continuous packet routing, network status handshaking, and hardware self-diagnostics without operator intervention. Manual reset or mode transitions can be initiated using physical jumpers, configuration switches, or software commands during system firmware updates, troubleshooting, or hardware replacement.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q1: What is the primary function of the DS200LDCCH1A board?
A1: It acts as a local area network (LAN) communication control board, managing data transmission and synchronization within GE industrial drive systems.
Q2: What is the difference between DS200LDCCH1A and DS200LDCCH1AKA?
A2: The suffix “A” or “AKA” typically denotes minor hardware revision or functional upgrade levels released by GE while maintaining functional compatibility.
Q3: Can this board be hot-swapped in an active drive system?
A3: No, system power must be completely shut down and locked out before removing or inserting drive control boards to prevent electrical damage.
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