Description

GE IS200BPPBH2B – High-Power Backplane Power Supply Module for GE Mark VIe DCS

Product Description

Product Parameters

1. Module Type: High-power backplane power supply module, exclusive to GE Mark VIe Distributed Control System (DCS)
2. Input Voltage Range: 85-264 VAC (single-phase) or 120-370 VDC, supporting global power grid standards and backup battery systems
3. Output Voltage: Regulated 5 VDC (backplane power) + 24 VDC (auxiliary power for I/O modules), with total output power capacity of 200 W
4. Output Current Capacity: 5 VDC @ 25 A (backplane), 24 VDC @ 4 A (auxiliary), meeting high-load demands of fully populated Mark VIe I/O racks
5. Output Regulation: ±0.3% voltage regulation for 5 VDC; ±0.5% for 24 VDC, ensuring stable power amid input fluctuations or load changes
6. DCS Compatibility: Fully compatible with GE Mark VIe I/O racks (IS200IRTDH1B), controllers, and modules (IS200AEADH1AAA, IS200AEADH1ADA)
7. Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F), resilient to extreme industrial temperature fluctuations
8. Power Consumption: High efficiency (up to 89%), minimizing energy waste and heat generation in DCS cabinets
9. Physical Dimensions: 140 mm × 85 mm × 120 mm (5.51 in × 3.35 in × 4.72 in), rack-mountable in GE Mark VIe standard I/O cabinets
10. Certifications: UL 508, CE, IEC 61131-2, ATEX (Zone 2), IEEE 1613, and IEC 62443 compliant, meeting global safety and cybersecurity standards
11. Operating Humidity: 5% – 95% (non-condensing), adaptable to humid industrial settings
12. Protection Features: Built-in overvoltage, overcurrent, short-circuit, thermal shutdown, and reverse-polarity protection
13. Redundancy Support: N+1 redundant configuration compatible, enabling parallel connection of two modules for seamless failover
14. MTBF: Exceeds 220,000 hours, ensuring long-term reliability in mission-critical DCS applications
15. Status Indicators: LED indicators for input power, output power, and fault alerts for easy visual diagnostics

Advantages and Features

1. Dual Output for Mark VIe Backplane & I/O: The GE IS200BPPBH2B provides both 5 VDC (backplane core power) and 24 VDC (auxiliary module power), eliminating the need for separate power supplies and streamlining Mark VIe I/O rack configuration.
2. High Load Capacity & Stability: 200 W total output power and ultra-precise voltage regulation support fully populated I/O racks with multiple analog/digital modules, ensuring consistent performance even under peak load conditions.
3. Redundant Power Support: Compatible with N+1 redundancy, the module can be paired with a second unit for automatic failover—critical for zero-downtime applications like nuclear power plants and petrochemical refineries.
4. Industrial-Grade Efficiency & Durability: Up to 89% energy efficiency reduces operational costs and heat output, while the wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 70°C) and robust protection features ensure durability in harsh industrial environments.
5. Seamless Mark VIe Integration: Plug-and-play compatibility with Mark VIe I/O racks and backplanes eliminates custom wiring, while LED status indicators simplify troubleshooting and reduce maintenance time.
6. Comprehensive Fault Protection: Multi-layer protection mechanisms safeguard both the power supply and connected Mark VIe modules from electrical anomalies, minimizing hardware damage and unplanned downtime.

Application Cases in Application Fields

1. Gas Turbine Control Systems: A global energy provider deployed the GE IS200BPPBH2B in its combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plants, powering fully populated Mark VIe I/O racks with analog input modules, digital output modules, and communication modules. The dual output design simplified rack wiring, while redundancy support ensured uninterrupted power during maintenance, improving turbine uptime by 25%.
2. Petrochemical Refinery DCS: A multinational oil company integrated the GE IS200BPPBH2B into its distillation unit control systems, using the module to power Mark VIe I/O racks monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow sensors. The high load capacity supported 16+ modules per rack, and the thermal shutdown protection prevented overheating in the refinery’s high-temperature environment, reducing system failures by 30%.
3. Nuclear Power Plant Auxiliary Systems: A nuclear energy company used the GE IS200BPPBH2B in its reactor coolant system DCS, configuring two modules in redundant mode to power safety-critical I/O modules. The ±0.3% voltage regulation ensured stable power for precision sensors, complying with strict nuclear safety regulations and reducing false alarms by 28%.
4. Steel Mill Process Control: A large steel manufacturer adopted the GE IS200BPPBH2B for its blast furnace control DCS, where the module powered Mark VIe racks controlling molten iron temperature, air flow, and fuel injection. The robust short-circuit protection withstood electrical interference from mill machinery, ensuring continuous operation of the critical smelting process.

Comparisons with Competing Products

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

Selection Suggestions

1. Align with GE Mark VIe Ecosystem: Prioritize the GE IS200BPPBH2B if your system uses GE’s Mark VIe DCS, ensuring seamless compatibility with I/O racks, modules, and backplane circuitry without additional adapters.
2. High-Load I/O Rack Requirements: Choose this module for fully populated Mark VIe I/O racks (12+ modules), as its 200 W output capacity and dual voltage support eliminate the need for multiple power supplies.
3. Zero-Downtime Applications: Opt for the GE IS200BPPBH2B for mission-critical systems (nuclear power, petrochemicals) and configure it in N+1 redundant mode to avoid power-related downtime.
4. Harsh Industrial Environments: Select this module for deployments in extreme temperatures, high humidity, or high-interference settings (steel mills, offshore platforms), leveraging its wide operating range and robust protection.

Precautions

1. Redundancy Configuration: When setting up N+1 redundancy, ensure both GE IS200BPPBH2B modules have matching firmware versions and are wired per GE’s recommended parallel connection guidelines for seamless failover.
2. Input Voltage Compliance: Verify input power falls within the 85-264 VAC or 120-370 VDC range to prevent damage to the module’s internal circuitry.
3. Load Management: Avoid exceeding the 25 A (5 VDC) and 4 A (24 VDC) output current limits by calculating the total load of connected I/O modules, as overloading can trigger thermal shutdown.
4. Wiring & Grounding: Use heavy-gauge power cables and ensure proper grounding to minimize voltage drop and electromagnetic interference; separate power cables from signal cables to protect DCS communication.
5. Fault Monitoring: Regularly check the LED status indicators to proactively identify power anomalies, and integrate the module’s fault signals into the Mark VIe DCS for remote alerting.