GE IS200VPWRH1AHD | Original Mark VI VPRO Power Board

• Model & Brand: GE IS200VPWRH1AHD
• Functional Designation: VPWR
• Product Family: GE Mark VI Speedtronic
• Part Type: VPRO Subassembly / Power-Related PCB
• Primary Assembly: IS215VPROH2BC; the VPWR board is identified as a board-level subassembly associated with this VPRO assembly.
• Physical Format: Board-level PCB mounted as part of the broader VPRO assembly, rather than a conventional stand-alone rack module.
• Approx. Dimensions: Exact OEM dimensions for the H1AHD board were not reliably established from the available documentation.
• Estimated Net Weight: Approximately 0.5–0.8 kg as a logistics estimate only; confirm the actual unit before freight booking.
• Estimated Shipping Weight: Approximately 1.0–1.4 kg with ESD shielding, cushioning, and export carton.
• Reported Function: Power-related circuitry associated with the Mark VI VPRO protection assembly. Secondary inventory records describe VPWR as part of the VPRO subassembly.
• Board Architecture: Multiple connectors, including rear connector interfaces and a front-faceplate power connection arrangement on the VPWR assembly.
• What’s in the Box: IS200VPWRH1AHD board unless the purchase order specifically includes the complete VPRO assembly, faceplate, mounting hardware, or associated boards.
• Receiving Control: Record the complete IS200VPWRH1AHD marking and all visible revision identifiers before opening factory-sealed packaging.

Product Introduction

The GE IS200VPWRH1AHD is a board-level component associated with the Mark VI VPRO turbine-protection assembly. GE Mark VI parts references identify VPWRH1A as a subpart of the IS215VPROH2BC assembly, and current technical records likewise describe the board as part of the VPRO hardware rather than as an independent field I/O module.

For asset management, that distinction is critical. The VPWR board should not be treated as a generic Mark VI power-supply replacement. It belongs to a specialized protection assembly with matching mechanical and electrical interfaces. Related VPWR revisions exist, including H1AGB, H1AGC, and H1AGD, so the complete suffix must remain under revision control (do not reduce the warehouse description to simply “VPWR”).

Core Technical Specifications

One important correction for asset records: secondary sources disagree about the functional label. Some describe VPWR as a terminal board, while others associate it with a power-management/power-distribution function. The stronger Mark VI parts references identify VPWRH1A as a subpart of the VPRO assembly, so it should be classified primarily by its VPRO association rather than by an unsupported generic terminal-board description.

GE IS200VPWRH1AHD

Global Compliance & Industry Certifications

For IS200VPWRH1AHD, certification should be assessed at the complete Mark VI/VPRO system level unless an exact board-level certificate is available.

• CE Mark: Verify against the applicable GE Mark VI/VPRO system conformity documentation. Do not infer standalone CE conformity from the GE part number.
• UL/cUL: No reliable standalone UL/cUL evidence was established for the loose VPWR board.
• ATEX / IECEx: The VPWR board should not be represented as intrinsically safe. Hazardous-area suitability depends on the complete turbine-control/protection installation, enclosure, barriers, and field interfaces.
• Marine / DNV: No standalone DNV approval was reliably established for this exact board.
• EMC: EMC conformity should be assessed using the complete Mark VI cabinet and approved grounding/shielding arrangement.
• Functional Safety: The board is associated with turbine protection hardware, but the physical board alone should not be assigned a SIL certification without the applicable system certificate.

For audit purposes, retain the board label, revision identification, VPRO assembly identification, system certificate, Declaration of Conformity, and installation-specific approval separately.

Verify specific lot certifications with OEM.

Long-Term Storage & Asset Preservation Guide

Keep the VPWR board in an ESD shielding bag. The exposed connectors, heatsink hardware, transformer components, capacitors, and other populated areas should remain protected from conductive dust and accidental contact. Secondary descriptions specifically identify a heatsink and multiple power-related components on the board.

Keep storage humidity below 60% RH where practical. Long-term dry storage reduces oxidation at connector contacts and limits contamination-related leakage paths. Avoid storage near battery rooms, chemical stores, steam lines, or areas with corrosive vapors.

Do not remove or reposition the board’s hardware during warehouse inspection. The board is part of a larger VPRO assembly and uses dedicated mechanical/electrical interfaces. Record connector locations, mounting arrangement, and visible configuration before bench testing.

Protect the heatsink and connector area from impact. The documented assembly contains a substantial finned heatsink and several connector interfaces. Foam should support the perimeter rather than press directly against these components.

Physical Installation Prerequisites

The is not a stand-alone DIN-rail module. It is used within the GE Mark VI VPRO protection assembly. The associated IS200VPWRH1A is documented as the upper board of the IS215VPROH215 assembly, connected to a lower board through four standoffs and screw-mounted hardware.

Mechanical fit: Verify the complete VPRO assembly and mounting hardware before installation. Do not attempt to mount the loose PCB in an unrelated Mark VI rack position.

Connector clearance: Preserve the original front-faceplate connection and rear connector orientation. The VPWR assembly has multiple board interfaces and a dedicated power connection arrangement.

Power: Do not apply an assumed generic DC voltage directly to the board. The exact VPWR electrical interface should be verified from the applicable VPRO drawing and test procedure before energization.

Cooling: Preserve the VPRO assembly’s original airflow around its heatsink and power components. Do not impose an arbitrary 50 mm clearance where the engineered cabinet geometry specifies another spacing.

Grounding: Follow the Mark VI/VPRO grounding and protective-earth arrangement. Do not use protection-signal conductors as substitute grounding paths.

Assembly integrity: Confirm all four board-to-board standoffs, retaining screws, faceplate hardware, and connector seating before powering the protection assembly. A loose mechanical interface can create intermittent faults that resemble electronic failure.

Buyer’s FAQ — Logistics & Compliance Focus

Q: What HS Tariff Code should I use for ?
A: A classification under HS 8538.90 may be considered for a PCB used as part of electrical control equipment. The exact national tariff code must be validated by the importing country’s tariff schedule and the broker. Describe the item precisely as a GE Mark VI VPRO-associated VPWR circuit board, rather than simply “power supply.”

Q: What Country of Origin should I declare?
A: Use the actual manufacturing origin supported by the board label or traceable GE documentation. Do not substitute the seller’s warehouse country. Secondary records report U.S. origin for some GE Mark VI VPWR listings, but lot-specific documentation should control the customs declaration.

Q: Should I insure the shipment?
A: Yes when the board is supporting a production-critical turbine protection system. The physical board is relatively small, yet replacement scarcity and protection-system downtime can be significant. Use ESD shielding, rigid cushioning, connector protection, tracking, and cargo insurance based on documented replacement value.

Q: Does include the latest firmware pre-loaded?
A: No. The VPWR is a hardware subassembly associated with the VPRO protection assembly, not a modern programmable controller CPU. Firmware should therefore not be treated as a standalone purchasing attribute. The important controls are exact board revision, VPRO assembly compatibility, connector integrity, and correct system configuration.

Q: Is interchangeable with another VPWRH1A revision?
A: Do not assume interchangeability. GE Mark VI references identify multiple VPWRH1A variants, including H1AGB, H1AGC, and H1AGD, and the available technical record identifies revision-specific construction. Verify the complete board suffix and the associated VPRO assembly before substitution.