Description
Technical Parameters
- Manufacturer: GE (General Electric)
- Model Number: IS215UCVEH2AF
- Product Series: Speedtronic Mark VI
- Board Type: VME Controller / UCVE Processor Board
- Processor: High-speed embedded Intel-based microprocessor
- Interface: Dual Ethernet ports (Ionet), RS-232 serial ports, and VMEbus backplane
- Operating System: QNX Real-Time OS (RTOS) compatibility
- Memory: Internal Flash and RAM for control logic and data logging
Product Datasheet
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | IS215UCVEH2AF |
| Origin | USA |
| Dimensions | 23.0 cm x 16.0 cm x 2.2 cm |
| Weight | 0.82 kg |
| Revision | H2AF |
| Mounting | Single-slot VME Rack |
| Power Consumption | 25W (Typical) |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to +60°C |
Application Fields
The IS215UCVEH2AF is the primary compute engine for GE turbine control:
- Gas Turbine Control: Managing core logic for fuel regulation and start-up sequences.
- Steam Turbine Coordination: Precise speed and load control within power plants.
- TMR Systems: Supporting Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) for high-reliability mission-critical apps.
- Grid Management: Interfacing turbine sensors with the plant-wide DCS and HMI.
Product Instructions
- Preparation: Backup existing configuration and firmware settings before replacing an old controller board.
- Safety: Wear a grounded ESD wrist strap; the UCVE board contains high-density CMOS components sensitive to static.
- Installation: Insert the board into the designated VME slot (usually slot 1) and secure the top and bottom ejector handles.
- Networking: Connect the Ethernet cables to the Ionet ports for communication with the I/O racks.
- Software: Use GE Toolbox software to download the system application and verify the heartbeat signal on the front panel.
Q&A
Q1: What does the “UCVE” designation imply? A1: UCVE refers to the “Universal Controller VME” platform, which standardizes the processing architecture for the Mark VI control system.
Q2: Is this board compatible with Mark VIe systems? A2: No. This is a VME-based board for the older Mark VI hardware. Mark VIe systems use UCSB or UCCE controllers which are not VMEbus dependent.
Q3: Can I hot-swap the IS215UCVEH2AF? A3: In a TMR system, the controller can be replaced while the system is running if the other two controllers are healthy. In a simplex system, the rack must be powered down.
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