Description
Key Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: GE Motors and Industrial Systems
- Model Number: DS200SDCCG5A
- Series: Mark V Speedtronic
- Product Type: Drive control card
- Power Class: 12 VDC system
- Processing: 3 microprocessors
- Memory/Logic: RAM accessible by multiple processors
- Firmware Storage: 4 EPROMs at U11, U12, U22, U23
- Nonvolatile Storage: 1 EEPROM
- Application: Gas turbine and drive control systems
- Board Size: Standard rack-mounted control board format
- Condition: New Surplus or tested replacement, depending on stock
Product Introduction
GE DS200SDCCG5A is a Mark V Speedtronic drive control card used in GE turbine and industrial drive systems. It handles control, monitoring, and processor coordination on the Mark V platform.
This board is chosen when the existing DS200SDCC family card needs exact-form replacement. The main checks are firmware revision, board suffix, rack compatibility, and whether the site configuration matches the installed EPROM set.
Troubleshooting Quick Reference
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Relevance to this Part | Quick Check Method | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No boot LEDs or no startup sequence | Missing rack power or failed board | ✅ High | Measure 12 VDC at the rack supply and check adjacent cards | Verify supply first, then replace board if power is correct |
| Drive trips on start command | Control logic mismatch or bad firmware set | ✅ High | Compare EPROM labels and installed revision to the old board | Match the exact firmware set before swapping |
| Communication timeout in the Mark V system | Board revision mismatch or poor rack connection | ✅ High | Reseat card, inspect edge connector, check diagnostic logs | Clean contacts and confirm compatibility |
| Intermittent reset or random faults | Failing EEPROM/EPROM or processor issue | ✅ Medium | Review fault history and watch for repeat resets during run | Usually points to board-level replacement |
| Other I/O cards fault at the same time | Rack power or backplane issue | ❌ Low | Measure backplane voltage and inspect rack supply | Check the rack, not just this card |
| Board runs hot after install | Load issue or wrong replacement revision | ✅ Medium | Monitor temperature during operation and compare to old unit | Stop run and verify revision, then retest |
Contact technical support with photos of the board, label shots, and diagnostic logs if the fault is not obvious.
- DS200SDCCG5A
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is DS200SDCCG5A a direct replacement for every Mark V drive board?
A: No. It must match the rack, revision family, and site configuration. The suffix matters, and so does the firmware/EPROM set.
Q: Can I hot-swap this card?
A: No. Kill power first. Pulling a Mark V control card live can damage the board or the backplane.
Q: Will my old settings transfer automatically?
A: Not always. The board may come with its own EPROM/EEPROM content, so you should document the old card before removal.
Q: Why is this cheaper than OEM new stock?
A: Usually because it is new surplus or tested surplus, not factory fresh production. That is normal for older Mark V hardware.
Q: What condition should I expect?
A: For surplus inventory, expect New Surplus or tested replacement condition, with visual inspection and basic functional verification.
Q: What should I check before ordering?
A: Confirm the exact part number, suffix, board revision, rack type, and any EPROM labels from the failed unit.
Q: Is this still a current production item?
A: No. It is an older Mark V part, so availability is typically limited and tied to surplus channels.


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