GE VMIVME-7700RC
GE VMIVME-7700RC
GE VMIVME-7700RC
GE VMIVME-7700RC
GE VMIVME-7700RC

GE VMIVME-1111 | VMEbus Series 64-Bit High-Voltage Digital Input Board

  • Brand: GE (General Electric)
  • Model: VMIVME-1111 (Variants: VMIVME-1111-0050, VMIVME-1111-030)
  • Product Type: 64-Bit High-Voltage Digital Input Board
  • Series: VMEbus (Industrial Automation)
  • Core Function: Provides 64 channels of high-voltage, high-reliability digital input for VMEbus-based industrial control systems, enabling signal acquisition from field devices (e.g., limit switches, sensors) in harsh industrial environments.
  • Key Specs:
    • Input Channels: 64 (high-voltage, differential/single-ended configurable)
    • Input Voltage Range: 1.25–66 V DC (user-selectable threshold)
    • Isolation: Galvanic isolation (compatible with RS422/RS485 differential receivers, ±7 V noise immunity)
    • Bus Compatibility: VMEbus Rev. C.1 (supports 8/16/32-bit data transfer)
    • Protection Features: Input filter (optional), open-circuit detection (logic 0/1 configurable), built-in test (BIT) logic
    • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C (industrial-grade)
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Description

VMIVME-1111: Product Overview​
The GE VMIVME-1111​ is a 64-bit high-voltage digital input board designed for VMEbus-based industrial automation systems. As a critical component of the VME ecosystem, it enables reliable digital signal acquisition from field devices (e.g., limit switches, proximity sensors, valve position indicators) and communicates processed digital data to the main controller, supporting real-time control and monitoring in harsh industrial environments.
Role in Automation Systems:
Positioned as a “field signal interface” in VMEbus architectures, the VMIVME-1111 performs two primary functions:
  1. Digital Input Acquisition: Receives digital signals from field devices (e.g., a limit switch indicating a valve is open) and converts them into a format suitable for the VMEbus controller.
  2. Signal Conditioning: Filters, amplifies, and isolates raw signals to remove noise and improve integrity, critical for maintaining system stability in industrial environments.
Core Functionality:
  • High-Voltage Tolerance: Supports input voltages up to 66 V DC, making it suitable for high-voltage industrial applications (e.g., power generation, petrochemical plants).
  • Flexible Signal Configuration: Each group of 32 inputs can be configured via jumpers to monitor:
    • Contact Closure: Dry contact inputs for mechanical switches.
    • Voltage Source: 5–48 V DC voltage inputs from sensors.
    • Current Sink: 4–20 mA current loop inputs (compatible with industrial transmitters).
    • Differential Signals: RS422/RS485-compatible differential inputs for long-distance signal transmission.
  • Open-Circuit Detection: Configurable to interpret open circuits as logic 0 or logic 1, allowing compatibility with different field devices.
  • Input Filtering: Optional RC filters (configurable via jumpers) to reduce noise from electromagnetic interference (EMI) in industrial environments.
  • Built-In Test (BIT): Includes test logic for fault detection and isolation, enabling offline or real-time diagnostics to ensure system reliability.
  • VMEbus Compatibility: Conforms to VMEbus Rev. C.1, supporting A16/A24 addressing and seamless integration with VMEbus-based controllers (e.g., GE Fanuc 90-30 series).

    GE VMIVME-7700RC

    GE VMIVME-7700RC

Platform Benefits (VMEbus Series):
The VMIVME-1111 leverages GE’s VMEbus platform, which is renowned for:
  • Reliability: Industrial-grade components and a rugged design ensure 24/7 operation in harsh environments (e.g., high temperature, vibration).
  • Scalability: Supports expansion with additional I/O boards to accommodate growing system demands (e.g., adding more sensors to a turbine control system).
  • Integration: Seamlessly integrates with VMEbus-based controllers and other I/O modules, reducing setup time and effort.
Technical Specifications​
  • Model Number: VMIVME-1111 (Variants: VMIVME-1111-0050, VMIVME-1111-030)
  • Manufacturer: GE (General Electric)
  • Product Type: 64-Bit High-Voltage Digital Input Board
  • Series: VMEbus
  • Input Channels: 64 (8 ports, 8-bit each; configurable as differential or single-ended)
  • Input Voltage Range: 1.25–66 V DC (user-selectable via jumpers)
  • Input Impedance: 33 kΩ (high impedance to minimize loading on field devices)
  • Noise Immunity: ±7 V (compatible with RS422/RS485 differential receivers)
  • Bus Standard: VMEbus Rev. C.1 (supports 8/16/32-bit data transfer)
  • Addressing: A16/A24 (configurable via jumpers)
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C (32°F to 131°F)
  • Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
  • Humidity: 5–95% non-condensing
  • Dimensions: 160 mm × 100 mm × 20 mm (6.3 in × 3.9 in × 0.8 in) (standard VMEbus single-slot)
  • Weight: 0.2 kg (0.44 lbs)
  • Certifications: CE, UL (inferred from GE industrial product standards)
Core Features & Customer Value​
1. Reliable Signal Acquisition:
The VMIVME-1111’s high-voltage tolerance (up to 66 V DC) and noise immunity (±7 V) ensure accurate signal transmission from field devices to the VMEbus controller, even in electrically noisy environments. For example, in a power plant, the board can reliably monitor the status of a turbine’s emergency stop button, ensuring safe operation.
2. Flexible Configuration:
Jumpers allow engineers to customize the board’s functionality (e.g., input type, open-circuit detection) without software changes. This flexibility reduces setup time and cost, especially in systems with diverse field devices.
3. Rugged Industrial Design:
The board’s operating temperature range (0°C to +55°C) and compact form factor make it suitable for harsh industrial environments. Its DIN rail mounting option simplifies installation in crowded control cabinets, reducing setup time and effort.
4. Easy Diagnostics:
Built-in test (BIT) logic enables fault detection and isolation, allowing operators to quickly identify and resolve issues. This reduces downtime and improves system reliability, which is critical for industrial facilities where unplanned outages can result in significant financial losses.

GE VMIVME-7700RC

GE VMIVME-7700RC

Typical Applications​
The GE VMIVME-1111​ is widely used in industrial automation systems for:
  1. Power Generation:
    • Monitors digital signals from gas/steam turbines (e.g., valve position switches, emergency stop buttons) and communicates them to the VMEbus controller for real-time control.
  2. Manufacturing:
    • Used in assembly lines to monitor the status of limit switches, proximity sensors, and other digital devices, enabling precise control of manufacturing processes.
  3. Petrochemical Industry:
    • Installed in hazardous areas (e.g., refineries, chemical plants) to monitor digital signals from field devices, ensuring safe and reliable operation.

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