{"product_id":"ge-is215aepah1ca-mark-vi-exciter-power-amplifier-board","title":"GE IS215AEPAH1CA Mark VI Exciter Power Amplifier Board","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE IS215AEPAH1CA Mark VI Exciter Power Amplifier Board\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE IS215AEPAH1CA\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIS215AEPAH1CA\u003c\/strong\u003e Exciter Power Amplifier Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for generator field excitation current control within GE Mark VI excitation control platforms. The board converts regulator commands into high-current DC field drive signals with electrical isolation between control and power circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIS215AEPAH1CA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-30 to +65 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExciter Power Amplifier Boards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMark VI Excitation System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcitation power amplification for synchronous generators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulator signals from DSPX\/EXTB boards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 50 A continuous excitation current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-300 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2500 Vrms between control and power circuits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForced-air cooling with integrated heat sink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvercurrent, overvoltage, thermal shutdown, field ground detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP1\/P2 backplane connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL, CE, IEC 60034 excitation standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control and Excitation System Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS215AEPAH1CA performs power amplification within the GE Mark VI excitation architecture. The board receives regulator control signals and provides amplified current output for synchronous generator field excitation circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module follows GE industrial control hardware design practices including deterministic backplane communication compatibility, I\/O density scaling, and firmware flash compatibility within supported Mark VI system configurations. The P1\/P2 backplane interface provides control and feedback signal exchange with connected excitation modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe excitation power stage incorporates protection functions for abnormal electrical conditions. The isolation structure separates low-level controller signals from high-current field circuits, while thermal management hardware supports continuous excitation operation under specified environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the primary function of the IS215AEPAH1CA board?\u003cbr\u003eA: The board amplifies regulator control signals and provides DC excitation current output for synchronous generator field control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What isolation capability is provided between control and power circuits?\u003cbr\u003eA: The board provides 2500 Vrms isolation between control-side and power-side circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which interface connectors are used for system integration?\u003cbr\u003eA: The board uses P1\/P2 backplane connectors for control and feedback signal connections within the Mark VI cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the IS215AEPAH1CA in the designated Mark VI excitation cabinet position and verify mechanical alignment before inserting the board into the backplane interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck P1\/P2 connector seating and confirm that field output wiring matches the generator excitation system documentation. Route high-current excitation conductors separately from low-level control and feedback wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain proper grounding and shielding practices for control signal cables. Verify cooling airflow paths, heat sink clearance, and protection circuit status before energizing the excitation system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44376847581272,"sku":"IS215AEPAH1CA","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2039\/0488\/files\/IS215AEPAH1A3.jpg?v=1784019589","url":"https:\/\/www.industriaxplc.com\/products\/ge-is215aepah1ca-mark-vi-exciter-power-amplifier-board","provider":"IndustriaX Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}