IS230TBAIH2CA - Analog Input/Output Terminal Board

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.: IS230TBAIH2CA
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States of America (USA)
Temperature: -30 to 65oC
Number of channels: 12 channels
Temperature: -30 to 65oC
Size: 10.16 cm wide x 33.02 cm high
Product Type: Analog Input/Output Terminal Board
Availability: In Stock
Series: Mark VIe

Functional Description

IS230TBAIH2CA is an analog input/output terminal board developed by GE. It is a part of Mark VIe control system. The Analog Input/Output terminal board serves as a vital interface within the system, supporting a range of analog inputs and outputs with diverse functionalities and protective features.

Analog Input Support

It facilitates ten analog inputs capable of accommodating various transmitter types, including two-wire, three-wire, four-wire, or externally powered transmitters. These inputs are equipped with noise suppression circuitry, safeguarding against surge and high-frequency noise, ensuring stable and accurate signal processing.

Analog Output Configuration

The terminal board features two outputs that can be configured for current output settings, allowing customization between 0-20 mA or 0-200 mA current outputs based on operational requirements.

Connector Setup and Support

TBAI incorporates three DC-37 pin connectors for connection to the I/O processors. Simplex applications are supported using a single connector (JR1), while Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) applications utilize all three connectors.

TMR Functionality and Signal Processing

• In TMR applications, input signals are distributed across the three connectors, designated for the R, S, and T controls. Outputs in TMR setups combine the current from the three connected output drivers and measure the total current using a measuring shunt. TBAI subsequently presents the aggregated total current signal to the I/O processors for regulation to the commanded setpoint, ensuring synchronized and redundant processing.
• The comprehensive features and functionalities of the TBAI terminal board underscore its critical role in managing analog inputs and outputs, ensuring signal accuracy, protection against noise, and supporting both simplex and TMR configurations within the system architecture.

Installation

• Terminal Block Connection: Connect the input and output wires directly to two I/O terminal blocks positioned on the terminal board. Each terminal block is secured using two screws and features 24 terminals capable of accepting wires up to 12 AWG in size. Adjacent to each terminal block, a shield terminal attachment point is available.
  Compatibility with Analog I/O Types: It supports a diverse range of analog I/O types, including:
• Analog Input Compatibility:
  • Two-wire transmitter input
  • Three-wire transmitter input
  • Four-wire transmitter input
  • Externally powered transmitter input
  • Voltage input within the range of ±5 V or ±10 V dc
• Analog Output Compatibility:
  • 0-20 mA current output
  • 0-200 mA current output
• Terminal Block Specifications: Ensure that the wires are properly connected to the terminal blocks, utilizing the 24 terminals available for efficient wiring management. The terminal blocks accept various wire gauges up to 12 AWG, facilitating connectivity for different wire sizes commonly used in analog systems.
• Shield Terminal Attachment: Utilize the shield terminal attachment points located adjacent to each terminal block to provide shielding where necessary, contributing to noise reduction and signal integrity in analog signal transmission.

The WOC team is always available to help you with your Mark VIe requirements. For more information, please contact WOC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IS230TBAIH2CA?
It is an analog input/output terminal board developed by GE under the Mark VIe series.

What diagnostic mechanism is in place for output health?
Should any of the two outputs register as unhealthy, the I/O processor triggers a diagnostic alarm or fault, promptly notifying users about any output inconsistencies or faults within the system.

What information does the ID device on each cable connector provide?
Each cable connector embedded on the terminal board features its own read-only ID device. This chip contains crucial information such as the terminal board's serial number, board type, revision number, and specific connector location identifiers (JR, JS, JT).

How does the system respond to discrepancies in the ID device information?
When the I/O controller reads the ID chip and encounters a mismatch in the information retrieved, it triggers a hardware incompatibility fault. This fault serves as an alert, indicating a discrepancy between the information provided by the ID chip and the expected configuration, highlighting potential hardware compatibility issues within the system.