DS200DCVAG1A - Power and Instrument Board

Specifications

Part Number: DS200DCVAG1A
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark V
Function: Power and Instrument Board
Operating Temperature: 0 to 45 degrees celsius
Redundancy Modes: TMR, Simplex, and Dual
Thermocouple Types: 10 ohm Copper, 200 ohm Platinum, 100 ohm Nickel, and 120ohm Nickel
Product Type: PCB
Availability: In Stock
Country of Manufacturer: United States (USA)

Functional Description

DS200DCVAG1A is a Power and Instrument Board developed by GE under Mark V system. The board is a part of programmable turbine control system. Its functionalities can significantly enhance the overall efficiency, safety, and reliability of the control system. It is equipped with built-in diagnostics, which play a role in monitoring performance of the board itself and the connected components. These diagnostics help detect any anomalies or potential issues, allowing for proactive maintenance and swift resolution of problems, minimizing downtime and preventing critical failures.

Features

• Direct Sensor Interface: With its direct sensor interface, the board can seamlessly communicate with various sensors used in the turbine, such as speed and vibration sensors. This direct connection ensures accurate and real-time data acquisition, providing the control system with precise information about the turbine's operational conditions. It enables the system to make informed decisions and respond promptly to changes in the turbine's behavior.
• Triple Modular Redundant Architecture: Features a state-of-the-art Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) architecture, which enhances its reliability and fault tolerance. In a TMR system, three identical modules work simultaneously, and the output is based on a voting mechanism that selects the most common result from the modules. This design significantly reduces the likelihood of errors and ensures that the control system remains operational even if one of the modules experiences a fault or failure.
• Software-Implemented Fault Tolerance: Enables the board to identify and mitigate faults within its internal processes using software algorithms. By handling faults through software, the board can often recover from errors without disrupting the overall operation of the control system. This capability adds an extra layer of reliability and robustness to the turbine control system.
• Versatile Input Options: Offers flexibility in terms of input configurations. It can accommodate both current and voltage inputs, depending on the jumper setting. This adaptability allows the control system to work with various types of sensors and transducers, making it compatible with different turbine models or configurations. It simplifies the installation process and ensures that the control system can be tailored to meet specific turbine requirements.

Product Attributes

• DC Power Board: A DC power board, also known as a power distribution board or power supply board, is responsible for managing the distribution of direct current (DC) power within a system. It typically consists of various components such as:
• Input Connector: This is where the external power source is connected to the board. It could be a DC power supply, battery, or another power generation device.
• Power Regulation: The board may include voltage regulation circuits to ensure a stable output voltage. These circuits may involve voltage regulators, voltage references, and filtering components.
• Power Switching: Some power boards may have switches or relays to control the power supply to different components or subsystems.
• Output Connectors: These connectors provide power outputs to other boards or devices within the system. They are usually designed to match the specific requirements of the system.
• Protection Circuitry: To safeguard the system from overvoltage, overcurrent, and short circuits, protection mechanisms like fuses, circuit breakers, or current-limiting devices may be integrated into the power board.
• The design and complexity of a DC power board can vary depending on the application, ranging from simple power distribution for small electronic devices to more elaborate setups for larger systems like industrial control panels or power distribution units (PDUs) in data centers.
• Instrument Board:
• An instrument board, also known as an instrument panel or control panel, is a component used to monitor and control various parameters or functions within a system. It typically contains a combination of instruments, displays, switches, buttons, and indicators relevant to the specific application.
• Instruments and Displays: These include analog or digital meters, gauges, indicators, or graphical displays that provide visual feedback on different system parameters such as voltage, current, temperature, pressure, flow rate, or any other measurable quantity.
• Control Elements: Switches, buttons, knobs, or touch interfaces are used to control the system operation or adjust specific settings. These elements allow the user to interact with the system and initiate desired actions.
• Signal Conditioning: In some cases, an instrument board may incorporate signal conditioning circuitry to process or amplify sensor signals before they are displayed or used by other parts of the system.
• Communication Interfaces: Depending on the system requirements, instrument boards can also include communication interfaces like Ethernet, USB, serial ports, or wireless connectivity options, enabling data exchange with external devices or networks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DS200DCVAG1A?
It is a Power and Instrument Board under the GE Mark V system.

Can the board be customized for different turbine models or configurations?
Yes, it offers versatile input options, accommodating both current and voltage inputs based on the jumper setting. This flexibility allows the control system to work with various types of sensors and transducers, making it compatible with different turbine models or configurations.

How does the board's triple modular redundant architecture (TMR) enhance reliability?
The TMR architecture enhances reliability through redundancy. Three identical modules work simultaneously, and their outputs are compared using a voting mechanism. The system selects the most common result among the modules and uses it as the valid output.

How does the board handle faults through software?
The module employs software-implemented fault tolerance, which means that it uses software algorithms to identify and mitigate faults within its internal processes. When a fault is detected, the board's software takes corrective actions to address the issue without disrupting the overall operation of the control system. This capability adds an extra layer of reliability and robustness to the turbine control system, allowing it to recover from errors and maintain stable performance.

How does the direct sensor interface benefit the control system?
The direct sensor interface enables the board to communicate directly with various sensors used in the turbine, such as speed and vibration sensors. This direct connection ensures accurate and real-time data acquisition, providing the control system with precise information about the turbine's operational conditions.