{"product_id":"ge-ds200vpblg2a-ls2100-vme-backplane","title":"GE DS200VPBLG2A LS2100 VME Backplane","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE DS200VPBLG2A\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eDS200VPBL\u003c\/strong\u003e VME Backplane Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for power distribution, signal routing, and internal communication within LS2100 Series static exciter systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS200VPBLG2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunctional Acronym\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVPBL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard Revision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup 2 (G2A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE LS2100 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-pin Mate-n-Lock (JAA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34-pin Ribbon (EXJV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVME Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 x VME-type connectors (J2 section: 6 double-spaced, 2 single-spaced)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Interconnections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 x Power Bugs (P1 backplane connection)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGround Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolated Digital Common Ground (DCOMI), Isolated Analog Common Ground (ACOMI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGEI-100227 \/ GEH-6373\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication \u0026amp; I\/O Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS200VPBLG2A utilizes a high-density VME backplane layout designed to maintain backplane bus communication velocity and signal integrity across complex control architectures. The J2 connector array supports up to three Gate Distribution Status Boards, one DSPC board, one exciter board, and an I\/O extender daughterboard. Signal separation is enforced via distinct ground planes—including isolated digital common (DCOMI) and isolated analog common (ACOMI)—to eliminate ground loops, suppress cross-talk, and stabilize dynamic feedback loops during high-power excitation switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How are the ten power bugs utilized on the DS200VPBLG2A backplane board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The ten power bugs serve as high-current physical electrical interconnects between the VPBL board and the P1 backplane, ensuring stable voltage distribution across all installed slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What function does the 34-pin EXJV ribbon connector perform?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The EXJV 34-pin ribbon connector interfaces directly with the external exciter bridge to route critical control and status feedback signals to the processor circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the mechanical spacing configuration for the eight J2 section VME connectors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Six of the VME connectors feature double-wide spacing to accommodate standard LS2100 processing cards, while the remaining two connectors feature single-wide spacing reserved for system expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Down Equipment: Fully de-energize the LS2100 cabinet and discharge all field power sources prior to board insertion or removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESD Protection: Electrostatic discharge safety procedures must be observed; operators must wear a grounded wrist strap attached to the cabinet chassis during maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBus Alignment: Align the board card edges carefully with the VME guide rails to prevent pin deformation on the backplane connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround Integrity: Ensure the 12-pin Mate-n-Lock power connector (JAA) is securely latched to guarantee isolated ground paths (DCOMI\/ACOMI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43918532542554,"sku":"DS200VPBLG2A","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/DS200VPBLG2A.png?v=1787812896","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/ge-ds200vpblg2a-ls2100-vme-backplane","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}