Description

GE IS200VRTDH1DAB RTD Input Card

The GE IS200VRTDH1DAB, also cataloged as the IS200VRTDH RTD Input Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for resistance temperature signal acquisition and digital conversion within GE Mark VI Speedtronic turbine control platforms.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	IS200VRTDH1DAB
Brand	GE
Origin	United States
Weight	0.5 kg
Operating Temp	-30 deg C to +65 deg C
Power Consumption	Not specified
Product Type	RTD Input Cards
System Platform	GE Mark VI Speedtronic Turbine Control System
Input Type	RTD sensors, 3-wire / 4-wire
Sensor Compatibility	Pt100 (IEC 60751), Pt1000, Ni120
Input Channels	Up to 16 RTD channels
Measurement Range	-200 deg C to +850 deg C
Conversion Resolution	14-bit A/D converter
Typical Accuracy	+/-0.5 deg C
Excitation Current	10 mA multiplexed
Communication Interface	Mark VI IONet / VME backplane
Operating Voltage	+5 VDC / +/-15 VDC
Redundancy Support	Simplex and TMR configurations
PCB Protection	Conformal coating

GE Mark VI Temperature Signal Acquisition Architecture

The IS200VRTDH1DAB processes resistance signals from RTD temperature sensors and converts them into digital temperature values for Mark VI turbine controllers. The module supports Pt100, Pt1000, and Ni120 sensing elements through multi-channel input circuits designed for turbine thermal monitoring applications.

The RTD card integrates with GE industrial control architectures through Mark VI IONet and VME backplane communication paths. Channel-to-channel measurement processing supports I/O density scaling for multiple temperature monitoring points, while internal filtering provides signal conditioning against 50/60 Hz electrical interference.

The module supports simplex and triple modular redundant configurations within compatible Mark VI racks. Firmware flash compatibility allows controller-level configuration management and diagnostic monitoring of RTD channel status, including open-wire and short-circuit detection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many RTD inputs are supported by the IS200VRTDH1DAB?

A: The module supports up to 16 RTD input channels using compatible 3-wire and 4-wire sensor connections.

Q: What RTD sensor types can be connected to the IS200VRTDH1DAB?

A: The card supports Pt100, Pt1000, and Ni120 resistance temperature detector inputs.

Q: Does the IS200VRTDH1DAB support redundant Mark VI configurations?

A: Yes. The module can operate in simplex and TMR configurations within compatible GE Mark VI control systems.

Field Installation Guidelines

Install the IS200VRTDH1DAB into the assigned Mark VI VME rack slot according to the system hardware configuration. Verify rack power removal before module installation or removal to prevent connector and backplane damage.

Connect RTD field wiring using the correct 3-wire or 4-wire configuration. Use shielded instrumentation cables where required and route temperature sensor wiring separately from high-current switching conductors to minimize electrical interference.

Verify sensor type configuration, channel assignment, and controller recognition before operation. Confirm RTD diagnostics for open circuits, short circuits, and communication status through the Mark VI maintenance interface.

Specifications

• Brand: General Electric

Advantages

• High reliability in industrial environments
• Supports continuous operation
• Compatible with major PLC/DCS systems