Description
GE DS200FSAAG1ABA Field Supply Board for DC Drives and Excitation Systems
The GE DS200FSAAG1ABA is a field supply board from the DS200 series, typically used inside GE DC2000 drive cabinets and EX2000 excitation systems. From my experience, it’s the board you reach for when you need stable field control and clean interface signals to an SCR-based field bridge, without reworking the entire cabinet. It’s designed to slot straight into the DS200 backplane, giving you dependable regulation, feedback processing, and status signaling in one compact assembly.
You might notice that this revision “ABA” seems to be widely preferred by maintenance teams because it plays nicely with mixed-revision systems and doesn’t require firmware flashing on-site. One thing I appreciate is the predictable wiring: keyed headers, labeled test points, and clear diagnostics, which usually shortens downtime during swaps.
Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty: 365 days
- Delivery: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
- Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment prior to delivery
- Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
Key Features
- Field control and feedback processing: Handles typical DC field regulation with stable analog conditioning for current/voltage feedback.
- SCR interface compatibility: Designed to work with GE field bridges used in DC drives and excitation racks, reducing integration risk.
- Backplane-powered: Draws low-voltage power from the DS200 rack; no separate supply in most cases.
- On-board status indicators: Front-edge LEDs for quick diagnostics—very useful during commissioning and fault tracing.
- Service-friendly layout: Keyed ribbon headers, labeled test points, and clearly silkscreened reference designators.
- Form/fit replacement: Drop-in for the same board code family; typically no mechanical modifications required.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | GE / DS200FSAAG1ABA |
| HS Code | 853890 (Parts suitable for use with industrial control apparatus) |
| Power Requirements | Supplied via DS200 backplane; typical logic/analog rails: +5 VDC and ±15 VDC (rack-dependent) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Approx. 280 × 203 mm; ~0.45 kg (typical DS200 board form factor) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +60 °C (when installed in a properly ventilated enclosure) |
| Signal I/O Types | Analog feedback (field current/voltage), logic-level status lines, SCR trigger/drive interfacing (system-dependent) |
| Communication Interfaces | Board-level ribbon/edge connectors to DS200 rack; no external fieldbus on the card itself |
| Installation Method | Slides into DS200 mounting with standoffs; connects via keyed headers and backplane interface |
Application Fields
This board is commonly used in:
- GE DC2000 DC drive field control for motors in metals, mining, and paper lines
- EX2000 excitation systems supporting generators and large rotating equipment
- Industrial SCR field bridges where precise field current regulation and reliable feedback are needed
- Retrofit projects keeping legacy GE drives operational with minimal wiring changes
A maintenance supervisor from a steel rolling mill told us the DS200FSAAG1ABA “dropped straight in—no bracket changes—field current settled fast after start-up,” which mirrors what we typically see in the field.
Advantages & Value
- Reliability under load: Stable field control reduces nuisance trips and saves troubleshooting time.
- Compatibility: Designed for GE DS200 ecosystems; plays well with mixed-revision cabinets in many cases.
- Cost-efficient lifecycle: Drop-in replacement minimizes re-engineering and shortens downtime.
- Technical support: We provide installation guidance, parameter cross-checks, and start-up tips tailored to DC2000/EX2000 setups.
Installation & Maintenance
- Panel/cabinet: Install in a clean, dry, ventilated DS200 rack or equivalent enclosure. Maintain airflow; avoid conductive dust.
- Wiring: Use the original keyed ribbon and plug headers; verify connector seating and strain relief. Observe polarity and shielding on analog lines.
- ESD & safety: De-energize the cabinet, discharge capacitors, and follow ESD protection. Keep clear of the SCR bridge until verified safe.
- Checks before power-up: Inspect jumpers/dip settings (if present), confirm harness part numbers, and match to the correct rack slot.
- Routine maintenance: Quarterly dust cleaning with dry air; check terminal tightness, reseat connectors, and visually inspect for heat discoloration.
- Calibration/updates: Field feedback scaling should be verified during commissioning; firmware isn’t typically field-flashed on this card.
Quality & Certifications
- Certifications: Typically produced to CE- and UL-relevant industrial control standards; RoHS status may vary by production lot and revision.
- Warranty: 12 months coverage against functional defects (365 days).
- Testing: Parts are inspected and electrically screened before shipment whenever applicable to the board type.
If you need a compatibility cross-check with your cabinet BOM (e.g., DC2000 or EX2000 model and bridge type), share the rack slot reference and any mating cable part numbers and we’ll validate fit before shipping. It usually prevents surprises on install day.
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