IS215ISBBH3A GE

¥999.00

The GE IS215ISBBH3A is a VMEbus terminal board manufactured by General Electric for the Mark VIe distributed control system (DCS). This board is a high-performance Intelligent Serial Bridge and Bus Interface module, representing a significant upgrade over the ISBBH2A series. The GE IS215ISBBH3A provides high-speed serial communication bridging and bus interface with higher port density, faster data rates, expanded protocol support, advanced security features, and enhanced diagnostics. The “H3A” designation indicates a third-generation intelligent serial bridge and bus interface module designed for the most demanding industrial communication applications.

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Description

Key Specifications

Parameter Specification
Serial Ports 8 configurable serial ports (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485) — increased from 6
Serial Data Rate Up to 115.2 kbps (standard), 2 Mbps (high-speed mode) — improved
Serial Protocols Modbus RTU, DNP3, ASCII, GE Serial, Profibus DP, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104 (new)
Ethernet Bridge 2 Ethernet ports (10/100/1000Base-T)
Protocol Conversion Serial-to-Ethernet, Ethernet-to-Serial, Multi-protocol gateway
Data Buffering 4 MB buffer for serial data queuing (expanded)
Security Features Firewall, IP filtering, encrypted communication (TLS) , secure boot (new)
Diagnostics 1000-event fault log with timestamps, communication statistics, and packet capture (expanded)
Isolation 1500 VDC (serial-to-backplane)
Form Factor 6U VME64x (160 × 233 mm), single-slot width
Operating Temp 0 °C to +60 °C
Power Draw 14 W (+5 V / +3.3 VDC)
Connectors Front-panel DB9 serial ports + RJ45 Ethernet ports

Advantages & Distinctive Features

  • 8 Serial Ports: Supports up to 8 legacy serial devices per module.

  • Flexible Serial Configuration: RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 per port.

  • Expanded Protocol Support: Added IEC 60870-5-104 for power utility communication over TCP/IP.

  • Larger Data Buffer: 4 MB buffer for high-throughput applications.

  • Integrated Security: Firewall, IP filtering, TLS encryption, and secure boot for cyber protection.

  • Protocol Conversion: Converts between serial and Ethernet protocols.

  • High-Speed Mode: 2 Mbps for high-speed serial devices.

  • Redundant Ethernet Ports: Two ports for network redundancy.

  • Expanded Diagnostic Log: 1000-event fault log with communication statistics and packet capture.

  • Hot-Swappable: No rack power-down for replacement.

  • Direct Retrofit: Replaces older ISBB series boards.

Application Fields

  • Legacy Device Integration: Connecting serial devices to Mark VIe

  • Modbus RTU Networks: SCADA and DCS integration

  • DNP3 Networks: Utility substation communication

  • IEC 60870-5-101/104: Power utility communication

  • Profibus DP: Third-party device integration

  • Plant Communication: Serial-to-Ethernet bridging with security

  • Cyber-Secure Communication: TLS encrypted serial-to-Ethernet

Comparison with ISBBH2A and Competitors

Feature GE IS215ISBBH3A GE IS215ISBBH2A Competitor A Competitor B
Serial Ports 8 6 4 8
Data Rate 115.2 kbps (2 Mbps) 115.2 kbps (1 Mbps) 115.2 kbps 115.2 kbps (1 Mbps)
Protocols Modbus RTU, DNP3, ASCII, Profibus DP, IEC 60870-5-101/104 Modbus RTU, DNP3, ASCII, Profibus DP, IEC 60870-5-101 Modbus RTU, DNP3 Modbus RTU, DNP3, IEC 60870-5-104
Data Buffer 4 MB 2 MB 512 KB 4 MB
Security Features Firewall, IP filtering, TLS, secure boot None None Basic
Packet Capture Yes No No No
Fault Logging 1000 events 750 events No 500 events
Hot-Swappable Yes Yes No Yes

Selection Guidelines

  • When to choose: Applications requiring high-density serial integration with expanded protocol support, high-speed communication, and cybersecurity features.

  • Serial Configuration: Configure port type, baud rate, parity, and protocol per port.

  • Protocol Conversion: Configure serial-to-Ethernet mapping in Toolbox ST.

  • High-Speed Mode: Enable for devices requiring >115.2 kbps (up to 2 Mbps).

  • Security Configuration: Configure firewall, IP filtering, and TLS encryption.

  • IEC 60870-5-104: Configure for power utility communication over TCP/IP.

  • Compatibility: Fits all Mark VIe VME64x racks. Requires ControlST v7.0 or higher.

Operational Precautions

  1. Wiring: Follow GE wiring diagrams—correct polarity for RS-232/422/485.

  2. Serial Configuration: Verify baud rate, parity, and stop bits match connected devices.

  3. Security Configuration: Configure firewall and encryption before network connection.

  4. Protocol Testing: Test each serial port during commissioning.

  5. Ethernet Configuration: Configure IP addresses before plant network connection.

  6. LED Diagnostics: Green = normal; Amber = communication active; Red = fault.

  7. Fault Log: Access 1000-event log via Toolbox ST—packet capture included.

  8. Hot-Swap: Remove/insert slowly under power.

  9. Spare Stock: Maintain 1 spare per 3–4 racks.

  10. Firmware Updates: Ensure the GE IS215ISBBH3A is in “standby” mode during updates.

  11. ESD: Handle by edges with grounded wrist strap.

A-B 1769-IF16C
A-B 1764-28BXB
A-B 1794-IT8

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