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GE DS200EXDEG1A EX200 De-Excitation Control Board

  • Model: DS200EXDEG1A
  • Brand: GE (General Electric)
  • Series: EX200 Exciter / Mark V DS200
  • Core Function: De-Excitation Control Board (EXDE) for generator field removal
  • Product Type: De-Excitation Control PCB / Excitation control card
  • Key Specs: 34-pin connector, 12-terminal block, 240 Vdc supply, 0 to 65°C operating temp
  • Condition: New Surplus / NNB (New Never Installed)
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Description

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Part Number DS200EXDEG1A
Manufacturer General Electric (GE)
Product Type De-Excitation Control Board (EXDE)
Series EX200 Exciter / Mark V DS200
Connector Type 34-pin connector (two 34-pin connectors)
Terminal Block 12 terminals
Power Supply 240 Vdc
Operating Temperature 0°C to 65°C
Weight 2.00 lbs (0.91 kg)
Size 9.2 in × 6.5 in (23.4 cm × 16.5 cm)
Country of Origin USA
Manual GEI-100195
LED Indicators 5 LED indicators
Additional Connectors Two 10-pin connectors
Capacitors 8 capacitors on board
SCR Size Supports 53 mm or 77 mm SCR
Control Circuits 2 separate control circuits (circuit 1 and circuit 2)

 

Product Introduction

GE DS200EXDEG1A is a De-Excitation Control Board (EXDE) for the EX200 Exciter series used in GE excitation turbine control systems. It serves as the main PCB on exciters and the CV2000 Cycloconverter in the De-Excitation Module.

The De-Excitation Module removes energy from the generator field during normal or emergency shutdowns, limits voltage across the generator field when the field breaker opens, and limits energy dissipated in contactors. The EXDE board contains thyristor and gate control logic to fire either a 53 mm SCR or 77 mm SCR based on control inputs or break-over voltage.

 

Troubleshooting Quick Reference

Symptom Possible Cause Relevance to This Part Quick Check Method Recommendation
Generator field does not de-energize during shutdown EXDE board firing logic failure or SCR not firing ✅ High Measure 24 Vdc control signal at 1TB-1/1TB-2 (circuit 1) and 4TB-1/4TB-2 (circuit 2) Replace EXDE board if firing pulse is missing
Field breaker contactor damaged or welded EXDE board not limiting voltage during field breaker opening ✅ High Check voltage across field terminals during shutdown with oscilloscope Replace EXDE board if voltage exceeds spec
SCR fails to fire despite control signal Gate control logic failure or BOD (break-over diode) fault ✅ High Measure gate current at SCR anode; check BOD jumper configuration (E7A-E7B-E12) Verify jumper settings, replace board if gate current is zero
Multiple parallel SCRs not firing in sync EXDE board synchronization pulse failure ✅ High Check firing pulse timing on oscilloscope across parallel SCR boards Replace EXDE board if pulses are not synchronized
Conduction sensor reports no current flow despite load Conduction Sensor Board fault or Hall Effect sensor failure ❌ Medium Check JCX/JCY connector voltage (12 Vdc power); measure Hall sensor output Replace Conduction Sensor Board first, then EXDE if fault persists
Board shows no LED activity despite power Power supply failure or board internal fault ✅ High Measure 240 Vdc at input terminals; check fuses Replace power supply if voltage is present but LEDs are off

If you are stuck, send photos of the board, LED status, connector pins, jumper settings, and diagnostic logs to technical support.

DS200EXDEG1A
DS200EXDEG1A

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is GE DS200EXDEG1A?
A: It is a GE EX200 De-Excitation Control Board (EXDE) used in excitation turbine control systems. The board fires SCRs to remove energy from the generator field during shutdown and limits voltage across the field when the breaker opens.

Q: Is this a direct replacement?
A: Only if your existing system uses DS200EXDEG1A in the same EX200/Mark V configuration. Always match the exact part number and verify SCR size (53 mm or 77 mm), jumper settings, and connector type before installation.

Q: Is it new, used, or refurbished?
A: This listing is positioned as New Surplus / NNB (New Never Installed)—unused inventory from prior stock. Condition should be clearly stated, and testing status should be confirmed with the seller.

Q: Can I install it without changing anything else?
A: Often yes, but do not assume that. Check the original board’s jumper configuration (BOD and current-limiting resistor jumpers), SCR size, and wiring. The EXDE board’s anode firing voltage is selectable via wire jumpers.

Q: What should I check before swapping the board?
A: Photograph the old board’s jumper settings (E7A-E7B-E12 for BODs, E1B-E2-E6/E1C for resistors), note the SCR size, verify power is off, and check the Conduction Sensor Board condition. A bad swap often starts with mismatched jumper settings.

Q: Why does this board have two control circuits?
A: The EXDE board provides two separate control circuits (circuit 1 and circuit 2), each with three terminal boards. This allows multiple EXDE boards to fire parallel SCRs with synchronized firing pulses for redundancy and higher current capacity.
A: Surplus pricing reflects secondary-market sourcing, limited availability, and older inventory. The lower price does not mean it is the same as factory-new sealed stock, so testing and condition must be transparent.

Q: Does this part come with a warranty?
A: Warranty terms depend on the seller. For B2B buyers, confirm testing status, return terms, and whether a test report is included. Typical industrial surplus listings offer 1-year warranty on tested units.