Product Short Description
Product Introduction
The GE DS200CDBAG1ABA is a single – channel contactor driver board (CDBA) engineered for GE Mark V Speedtronic and drive control systems, serving as the interface between drive control logic and high – speed contactors. It supplies controlled power to open and close contactors, enabling fast – acting dropout protection for drives. The board connects to power supply and control boards such as DS200DCFB, DS200SDCI, or DCVA, and can drive one high – speed contactor with a 30–40 VDC coil. It applies 105 VDC for 250 msec to force contactor closure, then regulates the holding current via potentiometer RV1. It features configurable jumpers, an LED status indicator, test points, and a fuse, and supports coordinated operation in multibridge systems through jumper JP2 (revisions G1BBA and later). Designed for industrial durability, it ensures reliable contactor control in turbine and heavy – duty drive applications, with a reference manual GEI – 100182B providing comprehensive setup guidance.
Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | GE (General Electric) Speedtronic/Mark V Series |
| Model | DS200CDBAG1ABA |
| Product Type | Single – Channel Contactor Driver Board (CDBA) |
| Application | Mark V Speedtronic/Drive Control Systems, multibridge drive systems |
| Contactor Compatibility | Single high – speed contactor, 30–40 VDC coil voltage |
| Power Input | 75–140 VAC/DC, fused by internal fuse FU1 |
| Closure Pulse | 105 VDC for 250 msec (contact closure force – on) |
| Holding Current Regulation | Adjustable via potentiometer RV1 |
| Control Interface | Interfaces with DS200DCFB, DS200SDCI, or DCVA power/control boards |
| Jumpers | JP1 (factory test), JP2 (coordinated operation, revisions G1BBA +) |
| Indicators | 1 LED (contactor close command status, active in coordinated mode) |
| Test Points | 3 test points for voltage signal verification |
| Connectors | 3 plug connectors + terminal board for field wiring |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity | 5% – 95% RH (non – condensing) |
| Dimensions | 6.75 × 4.75 × 1.25 inches (171.5 mm × 120.7 mm × 31.8 mm) |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (approx. 0.68 kg) |
| Mounting | Modular PCB, fits Mark V system chassis slots |
| Reference Manual | GEI – 100182B |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Fuse Rating | Internal fuse FU1 for input power protection |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer RV1 for setting contactor holding current |
Functional Features
- High – Speed Contactor Control: Drives single high – speed contactors with 30–40 VDC coils, enabling fast dropout protection in drives for safe system shutdown.
- Pulsed Closure & Current Regulation: Delivers 105 VDC for 250 msec to force contactor closure, then maintains a regulated holding current via RV1 to optimize coil life and reduce power consumption.
- Coordinated Multibridge Operation: Jumper JP2 (revisions G1BBA +) synchronizes contactor operation across multiple CDBA boards in multibridge systems, ensuring all contactors act simultaneously.
- Status Monitoring: LED indicator shows local contactor close command status when coordinated operation is enabled, simplifying troubleshooting.
- Testability: Three test points allow on – board voltage signal verification, aiding in diagnostics and calibration.
- Plug – and – Play Integration: Interfaces seamlessly with DS200DCFB, DS200SDCI, or DCVA power/control boards without additional hardware modifications.
- Power Input Protection: Internal fuse FU1 safeguards the board from input power surges and overloads.
- Adjustable Holding Current: Potentiometer RV1 lets users set the exact holding current to match contactor coil specifications.
- Industrial Durability: Constructed with industrial – grade components to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh operating conditions.
- Compliance & Documentation: Complies with Mark V system standards, supported by detailed setup and operation guidelines in manual GEI – 100182B.
Application Scenarios
- Gas & Steam Turbine Control: Controls main power contactors in Mark V Speedtronic systems for turbine start – stop, load – shedding, and emergency shutdown (ESD).
- Heavy – Duty Drive Systems: Manages contactors in multibridge drive setups for steel rolling mills, mining conveyors, and marine propulsion systems.
- Power Generation Plants: Drives contactors in generator circuit breakers and auxiliary systems for grid – connected power generation control.
- Petrochemical Refineries: Controls contactors in pump and compressor drives, ensuring safe operation during process upsets.
- Industrial Compressor Stations: Regulates contactors for motor – driven compressors in natural gas pipelines and refrigeration systems.
- Cement & Mining Operations: Manages high – current contactors in crusher and mill drives, supporting coordinated multibridge operation.
- Marine & Offshore Power: Controls contactors in shipboard turbine and propulsion drive systems, withstanding harsh marine environments.
- Waste – to – Energy Facilities: Operates contactors in turbine and generator control systems for efficient energy conversion.
- Mark V System Retrofits: Serves as a replacement part for legacy CDBA boards, maintaining system compatibility and performance.






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