The GE IS215UCVEH2AE, also cataloged as the IS215UCVEH2AE VME Controller Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for real-time processing and turbine logic execution within Mark VI Gas Turbine Control Systems.
Hardware Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Model
IS215UCVEH2AE
Brand
GE
Origin
USA
Weight
0.29 lbs (0.13 kg)
Dimensions
Standard Single-Slot VME Bus Board
Operating Temp
0 to 60 deg C (32 to 140 deg F)
Power Consumption
Powered via VME backplane internal power rails
Network Interfaces
2 Ethernet Input/Output Network Ports
Bus Architecture
VMEbus Interface
Diagnostics & Clock
Integrated Real-Time Clock (RTC), Status LED Indicators
The GE IS215UCVEH2AE controller card utilizes a high-performance onboard processor to manage real-time speed, load, and sequence control for gas turbine operation. Featuring two dual Ethernet network ports, the board supports deterministic network communication across control nodes while interfacing directly with the VME backplane rack. Onboard firmware flash compatibility ensures synchronized code execution across redundant controller configurations, while integrated status LEDs provide real-time visual diagnostics for processor health and network activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What network interface configurations are available on the IS215UCVEH2AE VME card?
A: The board is equipped with two dedicated Ethernet I/O ports designed to handle deterministic controller-to-controller and I/O network communication within the Mark VI system.
Q: How is the IS215UCVEH2AE controller card powered and grounded inside the rack?
A: Electrical power is drawn directly from the backplane power supply when seated in the Mark VI VME chassis, with grounding established through the backplane connectors and front panel retaining screws.
Q: Does the IS215UCVEH2AE card support live backplane insertion or hot-swapping?
A: No, power to the VME rack must be completely de-energized prior to installing or removing the card to prevent electrical transients and processor corruption.
Field Installation Guidelines
Power down the Mark VI control enclosure and confirm that the VME rack backplane is completely de-energized.
Put on an anti-static wrist strap attached to an unpainted chassis ground point before touching the card assembly.
Align the IS215UCVEH2AE board edges with the designated VME slot card guides inside the rack chassis.
Slide the card smoothly into the slot until rear multi-pin connectors align, then press firmly until the board seats into the backplane.
Secure the top and bottom front panel retaining screws, attach Ethernet cables to the I/O network ports, and restore power.
