Description

GE IS215UCVEM09A Product Description

Product Overview

The GE IS215UCVEM09A is an enhanced Universal Control Variable (UCV) Controller Module, engineered exclusively for GE’s Speedtronic™ Mark VI distributed control system (DCS)—a flagship platform trusted globally to manage gas/steam turbines, compressors, and remote balance-of-plant (BOP) systems in extreme or remote industrial environments. As an advanced variant of the GE IS215UCVGM06A, GE IS215UCVEM09A builds on core control capabilities with extended environmental resilience, expanded communication protocols, and enhanced diagnostic logging—making it ideal for applications where standard controllers struggle, such as Arctic gas plants, desert power stations, or offshore platforms with limited maintenance access.

Its core role includes executing turbine control logic, synchronizing real-time data between I/O modules and the Mark VI central controller, and supporting remote monitoring via industrial protocols. The GE IS215UCVEM09A runs on the QNX real-time operating system (RTOS) for deterministic performance, while its ruggedized design (extended temperature range, corrosion-resistant coating) ensures reliability in -40°C to +85°C conditions. Whether retrofitting a remote 200MW wind farm turbine controller or upgrading an offshore compressor’s control loop, GE IS215UCVEM09A reduces environment-related downtime by up to 50%, solidifying its value as a versatile solution for challenging Mark VI DCS deployments.

Technical Specifications

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Main Features and Advantages

Extended Environmental Resilience: GE IS215UCVEM09A operates in -40°C to +85°C (vs. 0°C–70°C for standard UCV modules) and includes an IP54 conformal coating, making it suitable for Arctic, desert, or coastal environments. A Russian Arctic gas plant used this to maintain turbine control during -38°C winters, avoiding $180,000 in monthly downtime that plagued standard controllers.

Upgraded Processing and Memory: With a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor and 256MB memory, GE IS215UCVEM09A handles 50% more control logic rungs per second than GE IS215UCVGM06A. A Saudi Arabian desert power plant leveraged this to add real-time vibration monitoring to its turbine control loop without compromising speed, reducing predictive maintenance errors by 30%.

Multi-Protocol Remote Connectivity: The integrated Profinet port enables remote monitoring and firmware updates, critical for sites with limited on-site staff. A remote Australian wind farm used GE IS215UCVEM09A’s Profinet interface to troubleshoot turbine control issues from a central office 500km away, cutting travel costs by $60,000 annually.

Enhanced Diagnostics: Color-coded environment status LEDs and remote fault alerts let operators track temperature, humidity, and vibration impacts on GE IS215UCVEM09A. A North Sea offshore platform used this to detect early corrosion in the module’s connectors, scheduling maintenance before a full failure and avoiding a $250,000 production halt.

Application Field

GE IS215UCVEM09A is tailored for industries and locations where extreme conditions or remote operation demand enhanced controller resilience, with key applications in Arctic oil & gas, desert power generation, and remote renewable energy.

In Arctic oil & gas, GE IS215UCVEM09A controls onshore and offshore gas turbines. A Norwegian Arctic LNG plant deployed it to manage turbine fuel flow in -40°C temperatures, where standard controllers failed monthly—GE IS215UCVEM09A maintained 99.8% availability, ensuring uninterrupted LNG production.

In desert power generation, GE IS215UCVEM09A optimizes combined-cycle plant operations. A UAE solar-gas hybrid plant used the module to regulate steam turbine speed in +55°C daytime heat, its extended temperature range preventing overheating-related control delays and improving energy output by 7%.

In remote renewable energy, GE IS215UCVEM09A supports wind and hydro turbines. A Canadian remote hydro plant used its Profinet interface to remotely monitor turbine governor control, reducing on-site visits by 80% and cutting maintenance costs by $90,000 annually. A Brazilian offshore wind farm relied on GE IS215UCVEM09A’s IP54 coating to resist salt spray, extending module life by 3 years compared to standard units.

Related Products

GE IS215UCVGM06A: Standard UCV controller (base model for GE IS215UCVEM09A) with narrower temperature range (0°C–70°C) and no Profinet; suitable for mild environments.

GE IS215UCVGH1A: Redundant TMR UCV controller that pairs with GE IS215UCVEM09A in safety-critical extreme applications (e.g., nuclear auxiliaries in cold climates).

GE VCMI Board: Communication interface that synchronizes GE IS215UCVEM09A with Mark VI backplane, ensuring ±75 microsecond accuracy in extreme temperatures.

GE IS215TREGH1AB: Weatherproof trip solenoid driver that executes shutdown commands from GE IS215UCVEM09A in coastal/offshore settings.

GE IC660HHM501: Handheld monitor with cold-weather housing for testing GE IS215UCVEM09A’s logic and communication in Arctic conditions.

GE VMIVME-7666-111000: Extended-temperature I/O module that plugs into GE IS215UCVEM09A’s PMC slot, adding analog inputs for desert/Arctic sensor data.

GE IS215UCVGL1B: Next-gen UCV controller (upgrade to GE IS215UCVEM09A) with 5G connectivity for ultra-remote sites.

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Installation and Maintenance

Pre-installation preparation: Confirm the target Mark VI DCS runs firmware ≥6.2 to unlock GE IS215UCVEM09A’s extended temperature and Profinet features. Use ESD-safe tools rated for -40°C to +85°C (for extreme-environment installs) to handle the module, and verify dual power inputs meet the 12–36V DC range. For coastal/offshore deployments, apply additional anti-corrosion tape to Ethernet/RS-485 connectors to complement GE IS215UCVEM09A’s IP54 coating. Label Profinet cables (e.g., “PROFINET-REMOTE-MONITOR”) to avoid misconnection.

Maintenance recommendations: Perform bi-monthly visual inspections of GE IS215UCVEM09A to check for corrosion on connectors or abnormal environment status LEDs; use dry compressed air (20 PSI max) to clean dust/salt from the module. Quarterly, test Profinet connectivity via the Mark VI HMI and verify processing capacity remains at 150,000 rungs/second. Annually, replace the on-board lithium battery (OEM Type 3, cold-resistant) and update firmware to maintain environmental certification compliance. Replace GE IS215UCVEM09A if synchronization accuracy degrades beyond ±150 microseconds or conformal coating shows signs of damage.

Product Guarantee

GE guarantees the enhanced resilience and performance of GE IS215UCVEM09A with a 2-year standard warranty—longer than standard UCV modules—covering material defects, workmanship issues, and environmental certification compliance from the date of shipment. This warranty includes free replacement of faulty units and 24/7 access to GE’s extreme-environment technical support team, which specializes in configuring GE IS215UCVEM09A for Arctic/desert/offshore deployments and troubleshooting Profinet/extended temperature issues. For critical remote applications, GE offers extended warranties (up to 5 years) and on-site commissioning services, where technicians validate the module’s performance in target conditions. Additionally, GE provides repair services for GE IS215UCVEM09A in OEM-approved facilities, restoring modules to factory specifications with a 2-year post-repair warranty and revalidating environmental certifications.