Description

GE IS200TPROS1CBB Product Description

Product Overview

The GE IS200TPROS1CBB is a safety-critical turbine protection terminal board, exclusively engineered for GE’s Speedtronic™ Mark VI and Mark VIe distributed control systems (DCS)—the gold standard for safeguarding gas/steam turbines, generators, and rotating machinery in power generation, oil & gas, and heavy industrial sectors. As the “safety backbone” of turbine control architectures, GE IS200TPROS1CBB processes critical safety signals (e.g., overspeed, high bearing temperature, low lube oil pressure) from field sensors, validates fault conditions via redundant logic, and triggers fast-acting trip commands to prevent catastrophic equipment failure.

Designed to meet strict industrial safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508 SIL 2), GE IS200TPROS1CBB features dual-redundant safety circuits, conformal coating for harsh environments, and ultra-low latency signal processing—making it ideal for mission-critical applications like 500MW+ utility turbines or offshore compressor trains. Its compatibility with Mark VI (firmware ≥6.1) and Mark VIe (firmware ≥7.1) systems simplifies retrofits of legacy protection modules, while integrated diagnostic logging reduces incident investigation time by 50%. Whether deployed in a coal-fired plant’s steam turbine or a natural gas facility’s compression unit, GE IS200TPROS1CBB enhances safety availability to 99.99%, solidifying its role as an indispensable component of turbine risk mitigation.

Technical Specifications

IS200TPROS1CBB

Main Features and Advantages

SIL 2 Safety Compliance: GE IS200TPROS1CBB meets IEC 61508 SIL 2 standards, ensuring reliable fault detection and trip execution for safety-critical turbine functions. A 750MW combined-cycle plant in Texas used this compliance to pass NERC CIP audits, avoiding potential penalties of $1M+ annually and ensuring grid operational safety.

Dual-Redundant Safety Circuits: Equipped with 2oo2 voting logic and redundant trip relays, GE IS200TPROS1CBB eliminates single-point failures. A North Sea offshore platform leveraged this redundancy to maintain turbine protection during a partial circuit fault, preventing a $350,000 production halt that would have occurred with non-redundant modules.

Ultra-Low Trip Latency: With ≤50ms signal latency, GE IS200TPROS1CBB triggers shutdowns faster than legacy protection boards (typically 100–200ms). A European gas turbine plant used this speed to stop a turbine within 40ms of detecting overspeed (115% of rated RPM), avoiding $2M in rotor damage and 6 weeks of unplanned downtime.

Harsh-Environment Resilience: The module’s conformal coating (IP54) and -25°C to +75°C operating range ensure performance in extreme conditions. A Middle Eastern desert power plant deployed GE IS200TPROS1CBB to protect steam turbines, withstanding 55°C daytime heat and sandstorms without safety signal degradation—outperforming non-conformal modules that required quarterly replacement.

Application Field

GE IS200TPROS1CBB is tailored for safety-critical operations where equipment failure risks human safety or massive financial losses, with targeted use cases across three key sectors.

In power generation, GE IS200TPROS1CBB safeguards utility-scale turbines. A 600MW coal-fired plant in India used it to monitor lube oil pressure (safety input) and trigger emergency shutdowns, reducing bearing failure incidents by 70% and extending turbine maintenance intervals by 2 years. For wind farms, a Canadian facility deployed GE IS200TPROS1CBB to protect wind turbine generators from overspeed during grid outages, ensuring compliance with local safety regulations and avoiding $150,000 per turbine in repair costs.

In the oil & gas sector, GE IS200TPROS1CBB protects offshore and onshore compressors. A Gulf of Mexico platform used it to process high-discharge-pressure signals from subsea compressors, its fast trip latency preventing a $500,000 compressor surge event in 2024. Onshore, a U.S. shale gas plant relied on GE IS200TPROS1CBB to monitor fracturing pump turbine temperatures, its SIL 2 compliance meeting API 670 machinery protection standards.

In heavy industry, GE IS200TPROS1CBB enhances manufacturing equipment safety. A German steel mill used it to protect rolling mill drive turbines from overcurrent, its redundant circuits ensuring shutdowns even during electrical noise spikes—reducing unplanned downtime by 25%. A U.S. paper mill deployed GE IS200TPROS1CBB to safeguard dryer cylinder turbines from high vibration, preventing fires caused by overheated machinery.

Related Products

GE IS215UCVEM08B: Enhanced UCV controller that sends safety signal validation commands to GE IS200TPROS1CBB and receives trip status feedback via VMEbus.

GE DS200TPSAG1A: Redundant 24V DC power supply that ensures uninterrupted operation of GE IS200TPROS1CBB during voltage fluctuations or single supply failures.

GE IS200TVBAH2ABC: Vibration input board that provides high-vibration safety signals to GE IS200TPROS1CBB for turbine shutdown triggering.

GE IS200TTURH1CFD: Turbine control terminal board that works with GE IS200TPROS1CBB to centralize safety and control signals, reducing wiring complexity.

GE IC660HHM501: Handheld monitor used to test 2oo2 voting logic, trip latency, and fault logging of GE IS200TPROS1CBB during maintenance.

GE IS215VPROH1BD: Emergency protection module that acts as a backup to GE IS200TPROS1CBB in TMR (Triple Modular Redundancy) safety configurations.

GE IS200TRLYH1BGF: Relay output board that amplifies trip signals from GE IS200TPROS1CBB to control high-power shutdown valves.

GE VMIVME-7666-111000: I/O expansion module that supplements GE IS200TPROS1CBB with additional safety input channels for large turbine systems.

IS200TPROS1CBB

Installation and Maintenance

Pre-installation preparation: Confirm the target Mark VI/VIe DCS runs firmware ≥6.1 (Mark VI) or ≥7.1 (Mark VIe) to unlock GE IS200TPROS1CBB’s SIL 2 functionality and 2oo2 voting logic. Use ESD-safe tools (anti-static wristband, insulated screwdrivers) to handle the module, as its safety circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Verify dual-redundant 24V DC input from GE DS200TPSAG1A meets the ±15% tolerance, and label safety input/output wires (e.g., “IN-OVERSPEED-01” for overspeed sensors, “OUT-TRIP-VALVE-03” for shutdown valves) to match GE IS200TPROS1CBB’s terminal blocks—avoiding wiring errors that could compromise safety.

Maintenance recommendations: Perform monthly visual inspections of GE IS200TPROS1CBB to check for loose terminal connections, corrosion on pins, or abnormal LED statuses (e.g., steady fault lights); clean the module with compressed air (30 PSI max) to remove dust. Quarterly, test trip latency and 2oo2 voting logic via the DCS HMI by simulating safety faults (e.g., low lube oil pressure) and verifying trip activation within 50ms. Annually, calibrate safety input channels using a precision signal generator and update the module’s fault log software to maintain SIL 2 compliance. Replace GE IS200TPROS1CBB with a factory-calibrated unit if trip latency exceeds 100ms, voting logic fails, or conformal coating shows signs of damage.

Product Guarantee

GE guarantees the safety performance and reliability of GE IS200TPROS1CBB with a 1-year standard warranty, covering all material defects, workmanship issues, and compliance with IEC 61508 SIL 2 standards from the date of shipment. This warranty includes free replacement of faulty units and 24/7 access to GE’s global safety-certified technical support team, which specializes in Mark VI/VIe DCS and turbine protection systems and can assist with configuring GE IS200TPROS1CBB’s 2oo2 logic, troubleshooting trip circuits, and validating SIL compliance. For critical infrastructure (e.g., nuclear power auxiliary turbines), GE offers extended warranty options (up to 3 years) and on-site safety commissioning services, where certified technicians verify GE IS200TPROS1CBB’s trip latency, redundancy performance, and environmental resilience. Additionally, GE provides repair services for GE IS200TPROS1CBB in OEM-approved facilities, restoring the module to factory specifications with a 2-year post-repair warranty and revalidated SIL 2 certification—ensuring long-term safety for turbine protection networks.