GE IS215UCVGH1A B Mark VI Speedtronic VME Controller Board
Manufacturer: GE Fanuc
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Part Number: IS215UCVGH1A B
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: VME Controller Cards
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
GE IS215UCVGH1A B Mark VI VME Controller Card
The GE IS215UCVGH1A B, also cataloged as the IS200UCVG / IS215UCVG VME Controller Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed processor execution and system logic management within Mark VI control platforms. Powered by an Intel Ultra Low Voltage Celeron 650 MHz processor running the QNX Real-Time OS, the single-slot 6U VME board executes 32-bit backplane data transfers and manages 128 MB SDRAM paired with 128 MB Flash memory. Integrated channel-to-bus isolation and onboard diagnostic hardware maintain real-time data synchronization between the central CPU and field I/O modules across heavy industrial turbine automation environments.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | IS215UCVGH1A B |
| Brand | GE |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard 6U VME Form Factor (~233 mm x 167 mm) |
| Operating Temp | 0 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | +5 VDC via VME Backplane / 24 VDC System Supply |
| Processor Architecture | Intel Ultra Low Voltage Celeron 650 MHz |
| Onboard Memory | 128 MB SDRAM + 128 MB Flash Memory |
| Operating System | QNX Real-Time Operating System |
| Bus Interface | 32-bit VME Bus Interface |
| Diagnostics | Onboard Self-Test, Front Panel LED Indicators |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility
The GE IS215UCVGH1A B establishes high-speed deterministic data transfer across the 32-bit VME backplane bus, allowing the central controller to execute real-time turbine protection and regulation routines without network jitter. Embedded firmware flash compatibility enables seamless code execution and memory segmentation via the QNX real-time kernel, maintaining software alignment during module replacements. Onboard memory buffers process incoming I/O frames at full bus communication velocity, ensuring continuous system health monitoring and reliable synchronization between processing nodes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What precautions are necessary regarding firmware flash compatibility during module replacement?
A: Before installing a replacement card, engineers must verify that the resident firmware version stored in the 128 MB flash memory matches the control system software revision to avoid backplane execution halts.
Q: How does the controller board execute initial hardware diagnostic routines?
A: Upon powering up via the VME backplane, the card initiates an automatic built-in self-test (BIST) cycle and updates front-panel status LEDs to confirm processor rail, RAM, and bus controller integrity.
Q: Can the board be inserted into any open VME rack position?
A: No, the card must be installed into the master controller slot of the Mark VI VME rack to establish primary 32-bit bus arbitration and system timing control.
Field Installation Guidelines
Execute the following physical assembly and handling procedures during module installation:
- ESD Grounding: Attach an anti-static wrist strap to the enclosure earth point prior to unpacking or handling the controller card to protect onboard CMOS devices.
- Card Slot Alignment: Position the single-slot 6U card within the designated master VME slot guides, ensuring top and bottom board edges align smoothly with the rails.
- Injector Handle Engagement: Push the card inward until the backplane connectors make contact, then firmly lock the upper and lower injector handles to seat the multi-pin DIN interface.
- Retaining Screw Fastening: Tighten the captive front-panel retaining screws to establish chassis ground continuity and secure the card against physical vibration.
- System Verification: Apply power to the rack and observe the front-panel status LEDs during boot sequence to confirm proper execution of the QNX real-time kernel.