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GE IS200VTURH2BAC Vibration Transducer Interface Module

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The IS200VTURH2BAC is a Vibration Transducer Interface Module manufactured and designed by General Electric as part of the VI Series used in GE Speedtronic Gas Turbine Control Systems.

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Specification		Product Image
Brand Name	General Electric
Model Number	IS200VTURH2BAC
Alternate Part Number	IS200VTURH2B
Condition	100% Original
Quality	Brand New
Dimensions	4x18.6x26.1cm
Description	Vibration Transducer Interface Module
Package	Original Package
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Weight	0.4kg
Warranty	12 Months

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Product Description:
The GE IS200VTURH2BAC is a Vibration Transducer Interface Module designed for use within GE’s Mark VI and Mark VIe control systems. This module plays a critical role in monitoring vibration levels in industrial machinery, ensuring reliable operation of turbomachinery and other critical rotating equipment. It interfaces with vibration transducers to monitor and record vibration signals from devices like turbines, compressors, and pumps, providing feedback to the control system for condition monitoring and protection purposes.

The IS200VTURH2BAC is designed to process the analog signals received from vibration transducers and convert them into a digital format, which can then be fed into the control system for analysis and alarming. This module is essential in environments where machinery health and operational efficiency are closely tied to vibration monitoring, providing early warning signs for potential failure due to excessive vibration.

Specifications:
Input Type:
Designed to accept vibration signals from accelerometers and other vibration transducers.
Analog input range: Typically 4-20 mA or 0-10 V depending on the connected transducer.
Output Type:
Provides digital output for interfacing with the Mark VI or Mark VIe control system.
Signal Processing: Converts raw analog vibration signals into digital data for the control system.
Power Supply:
The module typically operates at 24 VDC.
Current Consumption: Approximately 250 mA.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
1. What is the GE IS200VTURH2BAC used for?
The GE IS200VTURH2BAC is used to interface vibration transducers with GE’s Mark VI or Mark VIe control systems. It converts analog vibration signals from equipment like turbines or compressors into digital data for condition monitoring, early fault detection, and ensuring safe machine operation.

2. How many vibration transducers can the IS200VTURH2BAC interface with?
The module can interface with multiple vibration transducers, typically providing support for 2 or more input channels depending on the specific model or configuration.

3. What types of vibration transducers are compatible with the IS200VTURH2BAC?
The module supports standard accelerometer-based transducers, commonly using 4-20 mA or 0-10 V signals, although it may support other transducer types as well.
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