GE IS220YAICS1AJ Discrete Contact Input/Output Module

Technical Specifications

Part Number: IS220YAICS1AJ
Series: Mark VI / Mark VIe
Product Type: Universal Safety Module / I/O Pack
Application: Primarily designed for Gas Turbine Control Systems (Speedtronic systems)

Key Features

• Input/Output Capabilities:
  Supports both analog input and analog output signals. Although "Discrete Contact" may appear in similar modules, this specific part is noted for its analog and safety functions.

• Safety Integrity Level (SIL):
  Designed to meet stringent SIL requirements, ensuring high reliability and safety in critical turbine control applications.

• Compatibility:
  Seamlessly integrates with Mark VI and Mark VIe control systems.

• Processor:
  Typically equipped with a dedicated processor (e.g., TMS320C32 DSP) to handle I/O operations and communications efficiently.

• Communication:
  Interfaces with control systems via Ethernet networks such as IONet for reliable data exchange.

• Power Requirements:
  Operates on DC power, commonly 28 VDC nominal with an operational range from 18 VDC to 32 VDC.

• Environmental Specifications:
  Built for harsh industrial environments with conformal coating to protect against dust, moisture, and chemicals. Operating temperature range is robust, generally from -30°C to +65°C (varies by variant).

• Mounting:
  Designed for insertion into specific terminal boards like IS200STCIS, IS400STCIS, or TBCIS series for easy integration.

• Dimensions:
  Comparable to other Mark VIe I/O packs, approximately 15.9 cm (H) × 17.8 cm (W) or 138 × 86 × 56 mm (depending on the variant).

• Certifications:
  UL and CE certified for use in both hazardous and non-hazardous locations.

Features and Functional Overview

• Integrated Analog I/O:
  Handles both analog inputs (e.g., sensors measuring temperature, pressure, flow) and analog outputs (e.g., control signals to actuators or valves), supporting complex control loops.

• Safety Functionality:
  Engineered as a Universal Safety Module with built-in redundancy (where applicable, such as in TMR systems), enhancing turbine control safety by preventing hazardous conditions.

• High-Speed Processing:
  Equipped with a high-performance processor and memory for real-time data acquisition and control.

• Robust Communication Interface:
  Includes dedicated Ethernet ports to maintain reliable, high-speed communication with main controllers within Mark VI/VIe systems.

• Diagnostic Capabilities:
  Features onboard diagnostics and LED indicators for easy status monitoring and troubleshooting.

• Modular Design:
  Designed as a plug-in I/O pack that fits directly into terminal boards, simplifying installation, maintenance, and replacement.

• Environmental Hardening:
  Built with industrial-grade components and protective coatings to withstand demanding power generation environments.

• System Integration:
  Fully compatible with GE Mark VI and Mark VIe Speedtronic distributed control systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in turbine operations.

Summary

The GE IS220YAICS1AJ Universal Safety Module is a vital component for precise measurement, control, and safety monitoring of critical turbine parameters within GE's Mark VI and Mark VIe control platforms, enabling high reliability and operational safety in gas turbine applications.