DS6815CDPA - DLAN Interface Module

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.: DS6815CDPA
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States of America (USA)
Temperature: -30 to 65oC
Product Type: DLAN Interface Module
Availability: In Stock
Series: Mark IV

Functional Description

DS6815CDPA is a DLAN Interface Module developed by GE. It is part of the Mark IV control system. This module is designed to support data communication and networking within the control environment, enabling the seamless exchange of information between different processors and control modules in the Mark IV architecture. This interface module is especially important during start-up, shutdown, monitoring, and fault diagnosis processes, where rapid and accurate data exchange is essential. Its modular design allows for easy maintenance and replacement, making it a critical asset for serviceability and system longevity in GE’s turbine control platforms.

Features

• A DLAN Interface Module (Data Link Access Network) is a key communication component used in industrial control systems to facilitate high-speed, real-time data exchange between multiple processors and I/O modules. In turbine control systems such as GE’s Mark IV, the DLAN module plays a central role in ensuring synchronized communication across different control elements.
• Designed to function within complex, mission-critical environments, the DLAN Interface Module helps manage communication traffic and ensures fault-tolerant, redundant connectivity. It acts as a reliable bridge for data transfer between controllers, operator interfaces, remote panels, and system diagnostics tools.
• These modules typically support:
  • Serial data communication protocols (e.g., RS-232, RS-485)
  • Redundant communication paths to improve reliability
  • Fast data processing to support real-time decision-making
• In GE’s Mark IV system, the DLAN Interface Module is responsible for connecting key control processors such as R, S, T, and C controllers each tasked with different turbine control and protection functions. Through this communication framework, the system can coordinate startup, shutdown, fuel management, protection, and alarm responses efficiently.
• The DLAN module is modular, field-replaceable, and designed for continuous, uninterrupted operation in harsh industrial environments, making it a vital part of legacy and modernized turbine control infrastructures. 

The WOC team is always available to help you with your Mark IV requirements. For more information, please contact WOC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DS6815CDPA?
It is a DLAN Interface Module developed by GE under the Mark IV series.

What does DLAN stand for?
DLAN stands for Data Link Access Network. It’s a communication protocol designed to support reliable and real-time data exchange in industrial control systems like GE’s Mark IV.

How does this module contribute to system reliability?
Supporting redundant communication paths and maintaining a stable data link, it enhances the fault tolerance of the Mark IV system and helps ensure continuous operation during unexpected events.