SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number: IS215GBIAH1A
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark VI
Abbreviation: GBIA
Function: Auxiliary Genius Bus Interface
Manual: GEI-100269
Location in Board Rack: Bottom Center - Next to DSPX Module
Product Type: PCB
Country of Manufacture: United States (USA)
Functional Description
IS215GBIAH1A is an Auxiliary Genius Bus Interface Module. It is a part of Mark VI series. It is a vital component within the Genius bus system, a versatile and widely used industrial control network. As an Input/Output (I/O) block, the GBIA module plays a crucial role in facilitating seamless integration between drives and controllers, enhancing the overall functionality and performance of the system. WOC keeps a large inventory of GE parts on hand and can ship them within hours of receiving your order. We provide a number of shipping options to meet your desired cost and speed requirements. In addition, we provide repair services and bulk purchases of surplus inventory.
Product Attributes
- Designed to be part of the Genius bus, an advanced and reliable industrial network that connects various devices, such as controllers, sensors, actuators, and other I/O modules. By being integrated into this bus, the GBIA module becomes an integral part of a comprehensive industrial automation solution, enabling efficient data exchange and control between different components.
One of the primary functions of the module is to facilitate integration between drives and controllers. Drives are electronic devices used to control the speed, torque, and direction of motors, while controllers manage the overall operation and coordination of industrial processes. The GBIA module acts as a bridge between these critical components, enabling seamless communication and synchronization between them.
- Offers a powerful and flexible feature known as variable mapping. This means that it allows users to assign and define integer or floating-point variables to specific data points within the Genius bus network. These variables can represent process parameters, status information, or control commands, depending on the specific application requirements.
- The module supports both integer and floating-point variable mapping. Integer variables are used to represent whole numbers, making them suitable for discrete values, such as on/off states or digital inputs/outputs. On the other hand, floating-point variables accommodate decimal numbers and are ideal for representing continuous values, such as temperature, pressure, or flow rate.
- By providing variable mapping capabilities, the module enhances the control and data exchange capabilities within the Genius bus network. It allows controllers to access and manipulate drive parameters or receive feedback from the drives. This seamless integration streamlines the communication and coordination between drives and controllers, enabling more precise and efficient control over industrial processes.
- Finds applications in a wide range of industrial sectors, including manufacturing, power generation, oil and gas, and transportation. Its ability to integrate drives and controllers effectively enhances automation and process control, leading to improved productivity, reliability, and safety.
Features
- GBIA is an I/O block on the Genius bus that integrates drives and controllers. The module provides a variable map that can be integer or floating-point.
An BLIG LAN Interface-Genius Board (BLIG) and an ELB912 Network Interface Board comprise the GBIA module. In the drive board rack, the module connects to the CABP Cable Assembly Backplane Board. All of these boards are available separately on our website.
- On the module's faceplate, two LED indicators, OK and COMM OK, provide visual indications of the module and Genius bus communications status. A third LED on the module's surface indicates the status of the power supply.
- When there are no known Genius I/O faults, this LED illuminates continuously. If there is a problem, this LED will flash a fault code. The green COMM OK LED indicates the status of Genius bus communications.
Product Attributes
- Input/Output interfaces: It provides input/output interfaces to connect various sensors and actuators of the auxiliary systems.
- Data conversion: It performs data conversion between the Genius Bus protocol and the specific protocols used by the auxiliary systems.
- Isolation: It provides electrical isolation between the auxiliary systems and the control system, to ensure safety and reduce the risk of ground loop problems.
- Power supply: It requires a power supply to operate, and typically, it can be powered by the control system or by a separate power source.
- Environment: It is designed to operate in harsh industrial environments, and is typically rated for a wide temperature range and high levels of vibration and shock.
World of Controls can also supply unused and rebuilt GBIA backed up with a warranty. Our team of experts is available round the clock to support your GE needs. Our team at WOC is happy to assist you with any of your automation requirements. Please contact us by phone or email for pricing and availability on any parts and repairs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is IS215GBIAH1A?
It is an Auxiliary Genius Bus Interface Module
What is the function of the GBIA module?
The module provides an integer or floating-point variable map for the Genius bus.
How does the module connect to the drive board rack?
The module connects to the CABP Cable Assembly Backplane Board in the drive board rack.
What are the LED indicators on the module used for?
The module has three LED indicators: OK, COMM OK, and Power Supply Status. The OK and COMM OK LEDs provide visual indications of the module and Genius bus communications status, while the Power Supply Status LED indicates the power supply status.
What does the green COMM OK LED indicate?
The green COMM OK LED provides information about the Genius bus communications status.
What happens when there is a fault in the Genius I/O?
If there is a fault in the Genius I/O, the Power Supply Status LED will flash a fault code.
