IS220UCSAH1AK
The IS220UCSAH1AK is a high – end embedded controller module developed by General Electric (GE) as part of the Mark VIe series. In power generation plants with gas turbines, this module serves as the central control unit, precisely regulating the turbine’s speed, temperature, and combustion processes. It continuously monitors various sensors, such as those measuring exhaust gas temperature and fuel flow rate, and adjusts control signals to maintain optimal turbine performance.
In oil & gas refineries, the IS220UCSAH1AK is used for controlling complex processes like distillation columns and compressor stations. It coordinates with multiple I/O modules to manage the opening and closing of valves, the operation of pumps, and the monitoring of pressure and level sensors. The module’s built – in redundancy features, including triple – modular redundancy (TMR) in some configurations, ensure high availability. In case of a component failure, the redundant systems take over within milliseconds, preventing process disruptions. It also supports real – time data logging and event sequence recording, which are crucial for post – mortem analysis and regulatory compliance. Additionally, it has advanced cybersecurity features, such as AES – 256 encryption for data transmission, protecting the industrial network from potential cyber threats.
Product Parameters
- Processor: PowerPC 8548 @ 800MHz (dual – core + coprocessor)
- Memory: 512MB DRAM for data processing and 256MB Flash for program storage (with 150MB available for application programs)
- Control Cycles: 10ms for basic control tasks; can be as fast as 1ms for high – speed control operations
- Communication Interfaces:
- 2 × 100M Ethernet ports (P1/P2) for network connectivity, supporting EGD (Ethernet Global Data) with a broadcast cycle of 10ms
- Multiple serial ports for legacy device connections (configurable)
- Backplane Bus: PCIe ×4 with a bandwidth of 8Gbps, enabling high – speed data transfer to the PDB (Power Distribution Board) expansion backplane
- I/O Expansion: Capable of supporting up to 96 modules from the IS200/IS215 series, and all I/O modules support hot – swapping
- Power Supply: 24VDC ±10%
- Power Consumption: 18W at full load
- Diagnostic Features: Real – time monitoring of CPU load with an accuracy of ±1%, memory error rate detection, and comprehensive system health checks
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 155mm (length) × 45mm (width) × 120mm (height)
- Weight: Approximately 0.8kg
- Mounting Method: Can be mounted on a VDIN rail or fixed to a panel using screws
- Interfaces:
- Ethernet ports with standard RJ45 connectors
- Terminal blocks for power input and serial communication
- Expansion connectors for I/O module connection
- Indicators:
- Power LED (green) to show power status
- Boot LED (amber) for startup indication
- Online LED (green) to confirm normal operation
- Flash LED (amber) for program update status
- DC LED (green/red) for power source status
- Diag LED (red) for diagnostic alerts
- Link/Act LED (green) for network connectivity and activity
- Environmental Parameters:
- Operating Temperature: – 40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: – 40°C to +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 5% – 95% RH (non – condensing)