GE IS210AEBIH1B AE Bridge Interface Card for Mark VIe Wind Turbine Control Systems

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: General Electric (GE) Energy
• Product Series: Mark VIe Wind Series
• Board Type: AE Bridge Interface Card (AEBI)
• Functional Revision: B (enhanced from base IS210AEBIH1)
• PCB Coating: Conformal coating for environmental protection
• Dimensions: 250 mm × 25 mm × 205 mm (25×2.5×20.5 cm)
• Weight: 0.58 kg
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• Storage Temperature: -55°C to +85°C
• Humidity Range: 5% – 95% non – condensing
• Vibration Resistance: Compliant with IEC 60068 – 2 – 6 (10–500 Hz, 10 g peak)
• Shock Resistance: Compliant with IEC 60068 – 2 – 27 (50 g, 11 ms duration)
• Power Requirements: 24 VDC (logic power), 5 VDC (communication circuits); typical power consumption 8 W
• Communication Interfaces: 2 × Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) for controller connection; 4 × RS – 485 for Modbus RTU with AE modules; 1 × CAN bus for internal data transfer
• I/O Interfaces: 8 × digital input (24 VDC, sinking/sourcing); 8 × digital output (relay, 2 A/250 VAC); 4 × analog input (4 – 20 mA) for status monitoring
• Connectors: 1 × right – angle main connector; 7 × vertical pin connectors for AE module interface; 3 × three – position plugs for configuration
• Mounting: 8 screw holes for nylon screw mounting on DIN rail or chassis
• Certifications: UL/cUL Class I, Div 2 compliant for hazardous locations; IEC 61010 – 1 safety certified
• EMC Protection: Integrated EMC filtering and surge protection for communication and I/O lines
• Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU, CAN bus

Functional Features

• Bridge Communication: Establishes a reliable data link between on – tower AE modules (sensors, actuators) and the Mark VIe controller, ensuring real – time signal transmission.
• Enhanced Diagnostic Monitoring: Monitors communication link status, power supply health, I/O channel integrity, and internal component temperatures, generating fault codes for proactive maintenance.
• Redundancy Support: Works with redundant Mark VIe controller setups, enabling automatic failover to maintain continuous turbine operation during communication or controller faults.
• Environmental Durability: Conformal coating protects against moisture, salt spray, and dust, extending operational life in offshore and coastal wind farms.
• Plug – and – Play Integration: Pre – configured for Mark VIe Wind Series, allowing quick replacement without extensive reconfiguration or programming.
• EMC & Surge Protection: Built – in surge arrestors and EMC filters shield against lightning – induced transients and electromagnetic interference common in wind turbines.
• Channel Isolation: Digital and analog I/O channels have channel – to – channel and channel – to – ground isolation to prevent cross – talk and ground loops, improving signal accuracy.
• Configuration Flexibility: Three – position plugs and software – configurable communication parameters adapt to diverse AE module setups and turbine configurations.

Application Scenarios

• Wind Turbine Control: Core component in Mark VIe Wind Series systems, facilitating communication between on – tower AE modules and the central controller for pitch control, yaw alignment, and brake operation.
• On – Tower AE Module Interface: Installed in the turbine’s top – of – tower enclosure to connect sensors (anemometers, vibration monitors) and actuators (pitch motors, yaw drives) to the controller.
• Wind Farm Reliability: Deployed in utility – scale onshore and offshore wind farms to ensure stable data transmission, supporting remote monitoring and reducing unplanned downtime.
• Redundant Control Systems: Used in wind turbines with high availability requirements, such as those in critical power grids, enabling seamless failover between redundant controllers.
• Retrofit Projects: Compatible with older GE wind turbine models for upgrade to Mark VIe control systems, extending the operational life of existing wind farm assets.
• Harsh Environment Operations: Ideal for regions with extreme temperatures, humidity, and salt spray, where conformal coating and rugged design ensure long – term reliability.

Compatibility

• GE Platforms: Mark VIe Wind Series turbine control systems.
• Controller Configurations: Simplex and redundant Mark VIe controllers with Ethernet/IP communication capability.
• AE Modules: GE on – tower automation equipment, including sensor hubs, actuator controllers, and monitoring units.
• Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU (RS – 485), CAN bus for internal system communication.
• Power Supplies: 24 VDC wind turbine auxiliary power systems, with tolerance for ±10% voltage fluctuations.
• Software: Compatible with GE ToolboxST for configuration, diagnostic monitoring, and firmware updates.

Installation Notes

1. Mounting: Secure the board using 8 nylon screws on a DIN rail or chassis in the top – of – tower enclosure, ensuring proper ventilation and clearance for wiring.
2. Wiring: Connect AE modules to vertical pin connectors using shielded cables; route power and communication lines separately to avoid interference.
3. Power Connection: Supply 24 VDC to logic power terminals and 5 VDC to communication circuits, verifying correct polarity to prevent component damage.
4. Communication Setup: Use ToolboxST to configure Ethernet and RS – 485 parameters to match the Mark VIe controller and AE module settings.
5. Redundancy Configuration: In redundant systems, connect the board to both primary and secondary controllers to enable automatic failover during faults.
6. Environmental Sealing: Ensure the top – box enclosure is properly sealed to complement the board’s conformal coating and protect against moisture ingress.
7. Post – Installation Testing: Run diagnostic checks via ToolboxST to validate communication links, I/O functionality, and fault – detection capabilities.

Key Advantages

• Reliable Bridge Communication: Ensures stable data transfer between on – tower AE modules and the Mark VIe controller, critical for wind turbine control and monitoring.
• Harsh Environment Resilience: Conformal coating and wide temperature range enable operation in extreme onshore and offshore wind farm conditions.
• Enhanced Diagnostics: Proactive fault monitoring reduces unplanned downtime and lowers maintenance costs.
• Redundancy Support: Compatible with redundant controller setups, maximizing turbine availability and energy output.
• Easy Integration: Plug – and – play design allows quick replacement, minimizing operational disruption during maintenance.
• Cost – Effective Retrofits: Works with existing Mark VIe Wind Series infrastructure, enabling upgrades without full system overhauls.