Description
- Model & Brand: GE IS215UCVEH2AB
- Associated Commercial Model: VMIVME-7614-132
- Full VMIC/GE Part Number: 350-007614-132C
- Product Family: GE Mark VI / VMIC VME
- Part Type: VMEbus Single-Board Computer / CPU Controller
- Primary Function: Executes Mark VI turbine application software and provides VMEbus-based processing and communication services.
- Processor Architecture: Socket 370 processor
- Memory: Reported configuration includes 32 MB DRAM, 16 MB flash, and 32 KB battery-backed SRAM.
- Expansion Storage: IDE CompactFlash support, with secondary technical records reporting capacities up to 512 MB.
- Physical Format: 6U VMEbus board
- Rack Configuration: Single-slot or compatible VME installation depending on the Mark VI rack architecture.
- Estimated Net Weight: Approximately 1.0–1.5 kg, assembly-dependent.
- Estimated Shipping Weight: Approximately 1.5–2.0 kg with ESD protection, cushioning, and export carton.
- Physical Dimensions: Exact OEM dimensions for the complete IS215UCVEH2AB assembly were not reliably established; use the actual board and packing carton for freight-master data.
- Front Interface: Ethernet, serial/COM, and LAN-related interfaces are reported on the associated VMIVME-7614-132 configuration.
- What’s in the Box: IS215UCVEH2AB / VMIVME-7614-132 controller assembly unless the order specifically includes CompactFlash media, mounting hardware, cables, or other VME accessories.
- Receiving Identity: Record all three identifiers—IS215UCVEH2AB, VMIVME-7614-132, and 350-007614-132C—on the receiving report.
The three identifiers are repeatedly associated with the same GE/VMIC VME controller in current technical records. One important correction for inventory control: this assembly is described as a VME single-board computer/controller, not an RTD input card.
Product Introduction
The GE IS215UCVEH2AB sits in the processor layer of the legacy Mark VI VME control architecture. Its associated VMIVME-7614-132 / 350-007614-132C platform provides the computing resources needed to execute turbine-control applications while communicating with other VME boards through the backplane. This makes it fundamentally different from a field I/O module or signal-conditioning card.
For lifecycle management, the complete identification is essential. The IS215UCVEH2AB is the GE assembly designation, while VMIVME-7614-132 and 350-007614-132C identify the underlying VME computer platform and commercial assembly. Secondary records also associate the unit with a Socket 370 processor, battery-backed SRAM, flash storage, and VMEbus connectivity. Do not collapse those identifiers into a generic “Mark VI CPU” stock description (that creates a real compatibility risk during emergency replacement).
Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Electric / GE VMIC |
| GE Model | |
| Commercial VME Model | |
| Full Assembly Number | 350-007614-132C |
| Product Type | VMEbus Single-Board Computer |
| Primary System | GE Mark VI Speedtronic |
| Processor | Socket 370 architecture |
| System Role | Turbine application processor / VME controller |
| Main Memory | 32 MB DRAM reported |
| Flash Memory | 16 MB reported |
| Battery-Backed SRAM | 32 KB reported |
| Removable Storage | IDE CompactFlash |
| Reported CF Capacity | Up to 512 MB in secondary technical records |
| Backplane Interface | VMEbus |
| Serial Interfaces | Dual 16550-class serial interfaces reported |
| Ethernet | Integrated Ethernet interface |
| Form Factor | 6U VME |
| Rack Occupancy | Typically one VME slot, architecture-dependent |
| Operating System | Application-dependent; QNX and other VME operating environments are reported |
| Operating Temperature | Commonly reported around 0°C to +60°C; verify the installed Mark VI environmental specification |
| Storage Temperature | Commonly reported around −40°C to +85°C |
| Lifecycle Position | Legacy / Obsolete |
| Standalone I/O Function | None |
The available records strongly support the single-board-computer/controller classification and the / 350-007614-132C identity. Some reseller pages incorrectly describe the same assembly as an RTD card or generic I/O module; those descriptions should not be used in an engineering master record.
GE IS215UCVEH2AB
Global Compliance & Industry Certifications
For the , compliance must be assessed at the complete Mark VI cabinet and VME-system level unless a board-specific certificate is available.
- CE Mark: Verify the applicable GE Mark VI system Declaration of Conformity and hardware configuration. Do not assign a standalone CE claim to the loose VME board without supporting documentation.
- UL/cUL: A standalone UL/cUL listing for the exact / 350-007614-132C assembly was not reliably established from the available records.
- ATEX / IECEx: The VME computer should not be classified as an intrinsically safe device solely from its part number. Hazardous-area compliance depends on the complete Mark VI system, enclosure, associated interfaces, and installation method.
- Marine / DNV: No standalone DNV approval was reliably established for this exact controller assembly.
- EMC: Preserve the original Mark VI rack, grounding, shielding, cable routing, and cabinet arrangement used for the qualified system.
- Functional Safety: The controller may execute turbine-related control logic, but the presence of a CPU and VME architecture does not independently establish a SIL certification.
For audit purposes, retain the nameplate, board revision, software/OS information where available, system certificate, and installation-specific approvals as separate records.
Verify specific lot certifications with OEM.
Long-Term Storage & Asset Preservation Guide
Keep the controller in an ESD shielding bag and protect the VME connector. The backplane connector is the most mechanically vulnerable feature during storage and shipment. Do not stack boards directly on the connector edge or permit foam to press into the pins.
Maintain warehouse humidity below 60% RH where practical. A controlled, dry storage environment helps protect connector plating, memory devices, and exposed board hardware from oxidation over extended shelf periods.
Treat the battery-backed SRAM as a lifecycle item. The VMIVME platform is reported with 32 KB battery-backed SRAM, so the battery condition should be recorded before a long-stored spare is released to service. Do not remove or replace the battery as a generic warehouse procedure unless the applicable GE/VMIC maintenance instruction permits it.
Record storage media and software identity. CompactFlash contents and software environment can be application-specific. A physically good board with the wrong application image may still be unusable at commissioning (preserve any original media and configuration records with the asset).
Physical Installation Prerequisites
The is a 6U VME single-board computer intended for an appropriate GE/VMIC Mark VI VME rack. It is not a DIN-rail controller.
Rack compatibility: Confirm the VME backplane type, slot assignment, bus architecture, and installed companion boards before insertion. A generic VME chassis should not be assumed electrically equivalent to the Mark VI rack.
Mechanical clearance: Preserve the rack’s card guides and front-panel clearance. Do not impose an arbitrary 50 mm gap where the VME chassis defines the card pitch.
Power: Verify the actual VME rack power rails and connector pinout before bench energization. Do not apply an assumed external voltage directly to the board.
Grounding: The VME chassis must be properly bonded to protective earth according to the Mark VI installation arrangement. Preserve signal-ground and shield connections separately.
Cooling: Maintain the original VME rack airflow. CPU temperature can rise rapidly when rack fans are degraded or airflow paths are obstructed.
Battery: Check the battery-backed SRAM retention status before putting a long-stored controller into service. A weak battery can become a configuration-retention problem rather than an obvious CPU failure.
Software compatibility: Verify the installed Mark VI application environment before replacement. The controller may contain application-specific software, storage media, and configuration data that must match the turbine installation.
Cable interface: Confirm Ethernet and serial connections by port designation rather than connector shape. A cable that fits physically can still be electrically or logically incorrect.
Buyer’s FAQ — Logistics & Compliance Focus
Q: What HS Tariff Code should be used for / ?
A: A classification under HS 8471.50 may be considered for a processing unit, while HS 8538.90 may be considered when customs treats the assembly primarily as a module or board for electrical control equipment. Because this is a dedicated industrial VME controller, the final national tariff code should be validated with the destination customs broker using the complete technical description and intended function.
Q: What Country of Origin should appear on the invoice?
A: Use the actual manufacturing origin supported by the physical label or traceable GE/VMIC documentation. Do not use the seller’s warehouse or shipping location as COO. For an audited transaction, retain the board identification, serial information, COO statement, invoice, and packing list together.
Q: Should I insure an international shipment of this controller?
A: Yes for a production-critical Mark VI installation. A VME computer is relatively compact, but replacement scarcity and turbine downtime can outweigh its freight cost by a large margin. Use ESD protection, rigid support around the VME connector, moisture protection, tracking, and insurance based on the documented replacement value.
Q: Does the include the latest firmware pre-loaded?
A: Do not assume that. This is a VME computer/controller, and the operating environment and turbine application are configuration-dependent. The associated platform is reported with flash storage, battery-backed SRAM, and CompactFlash support. Verify the exact software image, application data, and storage-media state before commissioning rather than treating a replacement board as software-neutral.
Q: Is the same part as ?
A: They are associated identifiers for the same GE/VMIC controller assembly, but maintain all three references in the asset master: / / 350-007614-132C. That is the safest approach for procurement, warehouse search, and customs documentation.
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