Description
GE DS200XDSAG1A LM Fuel Pressure Management Board
The GE DS200XDSAG1A, also cataloged as the DS200XDSA LM Fuel Pressure Management Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for fuel pressure signal processing and regulation within the GE Speedtronic Mark V turbine control system.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Model |
DS200XDSAG1A |
| Brand |
General Electric (GE) |
| Origin |
USA |
| Operating Temp |
40 to 85 deg C |
| Power Consumption |
+5 VDC, 6 A |
| Series |
Speedtronic Mark V DS200 Series |
| Board Type |
LM Fuel Pressure Management Board |
| Functional Type |
Transducer Interface Terminal Board |
| Mounting Type |
Chassis Mount / Card Rack Slot-in Rack Mount |
| Operating System |
QNX |
| Input Channels |
12 channels |
| Output Rating |
125 VDC |
| Trip Solenoid Rating |
125 VDC |
| Power Supply Voltage |
28 VDC |
| Input Voltage |
12 VDC |
| PCB Technology |
Surface Mount Technology |
| PCB Coating |
Normal Coating |
GE Speedtronic Mark V Fuel Pressure Signal Processing
The DS200XDSAG1A applies turbine control interface functions for fuel pressure measurement circuits. The board receives analog feedback signals from fuel pressure transmitters and transducers, performs signal conditioning, and transfers processed data into the Mark V control architecture.
The module supports fuel pressure monitoring logic associated with turbine protection functions. Pressure deviation conditions can be converted into alarm or trip-related control signals through the connected Speedtronic control system.
The GE Mark V architecture uses deterministic I/O processing paths, with firmware flash compatibility requirements defined by the installed control configuration. The DS200XDSAG1A provides interface compatibility with Mark V rack assemblies through dedicated backplane connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of signals are processed by the DS200XDSAG1A?
A: The board processes fuel pressure feedback signals from connected transmitters and transducers, converting analog input information into control signals for the Mark V turbine controller.
Q: Does the DS200XDSAG1A support hot-swap replacement?
A: Hot-swap operation is not specified in the available technical documentation. Installation should follow standard Mark V rack procedures with system power removed before board replacement.
Q: What is the specified board power requirement?
A: The available specification lists a +5 VDC supply requirement with a 6 A current load.
Field Installation Guidelines
Install the DS200XDSAG1A in the designated Mark V card rack or chassis mounting position. Verify rack slot assignment, connector alignment, and mechanical retention before applying power.
Signal wiring for pressure transmitters should be routed separately from high-current switching conductors to reduce electrical interference. Cable shields should be terminated according to the turbine control cabinet grounding practice.
Before commissioning, verify the following points:
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Confirm all field signal connections are correctly terminated.
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Inspect connector pins for contamination or mechanical damage.
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Verify the correct board revision matches the installed Mark V configuration.
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Check input channel assignment against the turbine control wiring documentation.
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Confirm DC supply polarity before energizing the rack.
