Product Overview

The DS200LDCCH1ALA is a primary Drive Control and LAN Communications board within the GE Mark V Speedtronic series. It provides the computational intelligence required for DIRECTO-MATIC 2000 drive cabinets, managing high-level motor control and complex network interfacing. This module serves as a critical bridge for digital and analog I/O processing in gas, steam, and wind turbine automation. By integrating multi-processor logic with specialized communication protocols, it ensures synchronized execution of drive commands and real-time data exchange across the local area network.

Key Technical Characteristics

This board utilizes a quad-processor architecture to handle distinct control and communication tasks simultaneously.

• Manufacturer: General Electric (GE)

• Model Identification: DS200LDCCH1ALA

• Core Processors: * DCP (Drive Control): Executes primary drive algorithms.

• LCP (LAN Control): Manages network protocols and external data links.

• MCP (Motor Control): Dedicated to high-speed motor signal logic.

• CMP (Co-Motor): Provides auxiliary computational support for complex motor paths.

• Supported Protocols: DLAN+, Genius, C-Bus, CPL, and Ethernet-based communication.

• Physical Interface: Onboard alphanumeric display and keypad interface for local diagnostics.

• Safety Features: Hardwired manual reset button for immediate fault recovery.

• Dimensions: 27.8 x 21.3 x 3 cm

• Weight: 0.4 kg

Industrial Applications

The DS200LDCCH1ALA is essential for managing heavy-duty rotational assets and distributed control networks.

• Turbine Automation: Primary control node for Speedtronic Mark V gas and steam systems.

• Motor Drive Control: Precision management of large-scale industrial motors within the DIRECTO-MATIC 2000 environment.

• LAN System Bridging: Synchronizing data across various proprietary GE bus systems (Genius/DLAN+) to the central DCS.

• I/O Management: Processing complex analog and digital feedback loops for wind energy and alternative power assemblies.

• Legacy System Support: Critical replacement part for maintaining operational readiness of existing Mark V installations.