GEI-100465A

GE Energy
Exciter ac Feedback Board
IS200EACFG_A
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Section Page
Functional Description ................................................................................................3
Exciter Voltage Measurement ..............................................................................3
Air Core CT/Flux Coil Inputs...............................................................................3
Application Data..........................................................................................................6
Board Replacement......................................................................................................8
Handling Precautions............................................................................................8
Replacement Procedures ......................................................................................8
Renewal/Warranty Replacement ...............................................................................10
How to Order a Board ........................................................................................10

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Functional Description
The IS200EACF Exciter Ac Feedback board (EACF) measures the exciter PPT ac
supply voltage and current in the EX2100 Excitation Control. The terminal board
contains transformers for a three-phase voltage measurement, and terminals for two
Flux/Air core coils. The outputs of the voltage and current circuits are fanned out to
three DB9 connectors for cables to controllers M1, M2, and C. The cable between
EACF and the EBKP backplane board can be up to 90 m in length.
The EACF board is located in the exciter auxiliary cabinet.
There are three versions of the board, EACFG1 for inputs up to 480 V rms, EACFG2
for inputs up to 1000 V rms, and EACFG3 for inputs up to 1300 V rms. Revision
EACFG3BAA and later are rated for inputs up to 1400 V rms. Refer to the following
two figures.
High frequency noise suppression near the point of signal entry is provided for the
flux/air core input signals. Cable shield terminal screws attached to chassis ground
are located within three inches of the input screws where applicable.

Exciter Voltage Measurement

The G1 version supports a single three-phase input voltage in the nominal range up
to 480 V rms +20% at 50/60 Hz.
The G2 version supports a single three-phase input voltage in the nominal range up
to 1000 V rms +20% at 50/60 Hz.
The G3 version supports a single three-phase input voltage in the nominal range up
to 1300 V rms +20% at 50/60 Hz (1400 V for revision BAA and later).
The potential transformers on both boards supply a nominal 1.6 V rms from their
secondary outputs.

Air Core CT/Flux Coil Inputs

The air core current transformers deliver a nominal secondary output voltage in the
range 0 to 0.8 V rms at 50/60 Hz.

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 EACF G1 (480 V version)

Screw Connectors J5M1

where 480 V rms

TB1
PPT_PHA TP1 input yields 1.6 V rms

J504
PPT- PH_AB
TB2
PPT_PHB TP2

TP3 4 wires J5M2

PPT- PH_BC

J509
TB3
PPT_PHC TP4

J5C

Coil Inputs Noise Suppression

TB4

J514
Coil1_H 1
4 wires
Coil1_L 2

Coil2_H 3

Coil2_L 4

EACFG1 Terminal Board

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 EACF G2 (1000 V version)

Screw Connectors J5M1

where 960 V rms

TB1
PPT_PHA TP1 input yields 1.6 V rms
J5
04
PPT- PH_AB
TB2
PPT_PHB TP2

TP3 4 wires J5M2

PPT- PH_BC
TB3 J5
PPT_PHC TP4 09

J5C

Coil Inputs
TB4 J5
Coil1_H 1 14
4 wires
Coil1_L 2

Coil2_H 3

Coil2_L 4

EACFG2 Terminal Board

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Application Data
Layout of the EACF board is shown in the figure below. T1 through T4 are the three-
phase voltage transformers. Individual screw connectors TB1, TB2, and TB3 are for
the voltage inputs. Terminal block TB4 is for wiring from the two Flux/Air core
coils.
The three 9-pin sub-D connectors, J504, J509, and J514 are for cables to the EBKP
backplane for the EMIO boards.

IS200EACFG2

J5M1
PHA
TB1 T3
9-Pin
J5
Connector 04

PPT
T4 TP1 PH_AB
TP2
PHB
TB2 J5M2

T1 J5
9-Pin
09
Connector
PPT
TP3 PH_BC
PHC
TP4
TB3
T2
J5C
COIL INPUTS
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2
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9-Pin 14
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Th
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TB4
4 Si

The G1 board looks

similar, except T1
BARCODE
and T4 are omitted.

EACF Board Layout

Voltage test rings TP1-4 are for measuring the phase voltage output from the
potential transformers as follows:
• Between TP1 and TP2, obtain Phase to Phase (or Line) Voltage AB.
• Between TP3 and TP4, obtain Phase to Phase Voltage BC.
• Between TP4 and TP1, obtain Phase to Phase Voltage CA.

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 EACF Board TB1, TB2, TB3, and TB4 Terminal Descriptions (Customer I/O)

Terminal Nomenclature TB4 Nomenclature Terminal

Board (Signal) (Signal) Number
TB1 PPT Phase A Coil1, high 1
TB2 PPT Phase B Coil1, low 2
TB3 PPT Phase C Coil2, high 3
Coil2, low 4

Cable connectors J504, J509, and J514 carry similar signals and have similar wiring.
For the J504 connections, refer to the following table.

EACF Board J504 Connector Pin Description (Cable to M1)

Pin No. Description

1 Current Transformer signal 1, negative
2 Current Transformer signal 2, negative
3 Power Potential Transformer signal 1, negative
4 Power Potential Transformer signal 2, negative
5 Not connected
6 Current Transformer signal 1, positive
7 Current Transformer signal 2, positive
8 Power Potential Transformer signal 1, positive
9 Power Potential Transformer signal 2, positive

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Board Replacement
Handling Precautions
To prevent component damage caused by static electricity,
treat all boards with static sensitive handling techniques.
Wear a wrist grounding strap when handling boards or
components, but only after boards or components have
been removed from potentially energized equipment and
are at a normally grounded workstation.

Printed wiring boards may contain static-sensitive components. Therefore, GE ships

all replacement boards in antistatic bags.
Use the following guidelines when handling boards:
• Store boards in antistatic bags or boxes.
• Use a grounding strap when handling boards or board components (per previous
Caution criteria).

Replacement Procedures

To prevent electric shock, turn off power to the exciter,

then test to verify that no power exists in the board
before touching it or any connected circuits.

To prevent equipment damage, do not remove, insert, or

adjust board connections while power is applied to the
equipment.

¾ To replace the board

Make sure that the panel in which the board resides has been de-energized. (Refer to
the appropriate User's Guide, GEH-6631, for complete de-energizing procedures and
follow all local practices of lock-out/tag-out.)
1 Open the auxiliary cabinet door and test any electrical circuits before touching
them to ensure that power is off.
2 Carefully disconnect all cables from the EACF board as follows:
a Verify all cables are labeled with the correct connector name (as marked on
the board) to simplify reconnection.
b For voltage inputs, disconnect the wiring from screw connectors TB1, TB2,
and TB3.
For the coil inputs, disconnect the wiring at TB4.

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 Avoid dropping any mounting hardware into the
equipment as this could cause equipment damage or
personal injury when power is reapplied.

3 Remove the three screws that hold the EACF board to the mounting, and remove
the board.
4 Orient the new board in the same position as the one removed and install it onto
the standoffs with the three screws removed in step 3.
5 Reconnect all cables and wires to the board as labeled, and ensure that cables are
properly seated at both ends.
6 Close the auxiliary cabinet door.

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Renewal/Warranty Replacement
How to Order a Board
When ordering a replacement board for a GE product, you need to know:
• How to accurately identify the part
• If the part is under warranty
• How to place the order

Board Identification
A printed wiring board is identified by an alphanumeric part (catalog) number
located near its edge. The following figure explains the structure of the part number.
The board’s functional acronym, shown below, is normally based on the board
description, or name.
IS 200 xxxx G# A A A
Artwork revision

Functional revision 1
Hardware form 2
Hardware form
Functional acronym

Assembly level 3

Manufacturer (DS & IS for GE in Salem, VA)

1
Backward compatible
2
Not backward compatible
3200 = a base-level board

215 = a higher level assembly or added components

220 = pack specific assembly
230 = a higher level module

Board Part Number Conventions

Placing the Order

Renewals/spares (or those not under warranty) should be ordered by contacting the
nearest GE Sales or Service Office, or an authorized GE Sales Representative. Be
sure to include:
• Complete part number and description
• Serial number
• Material List (ML) number

Note All digits are important when ordering or replacing any board. The factory
may substitute later versions of replacement boards based on availability and design
enhancements. However, GE Energy ensures backward compatibility of replacement
boards.

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Notes

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GEI-100465A
Revised 061222
Issued 000225