GE IS420ESWBH3A
The GE IS420ESWBH3A is a Mark VIe IONet Industrial Ethernet Switch manufactured by General Electric (GE) for use in GE Mark VIe / Mark VIeS turbine control systems. It provides Ethernet communication between controllers, I/O packs, and control network devices in industrial power-generation applications.
1. Basic Information
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE (General Electric) |
| Model | IS420ESWBH3A |
| Product Type | Mark VIe IONet Switch / Industrial Ethernet Switch |
| Series | GE Mark VIe Control System |
| Functional Abbreviation | ESWB |
| Network Type | Industrial Ethernet / IONet |
| Fiber Ports | None |
| Copper Ports | 16 × 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 ports |
| Mounting | DIN rail mounting |
| Cooling | Convection cooled |
2. Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Ethernet Ports | 16 × RJ-45 copper ports |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation |
| Duplex Mode | Full/Half duplex auto-negotiation |
| Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3 / 802.3u / 802.3x |
| Fiber Interface | No fiber ports (H3A version) |
| Cable Type | Cat 5e UTP with RJ-45 connectors |
| Power Input | 24/28 VDC nominal |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 1 A maximum |
| Redundant Power | Dual inputs with diode-OR redundancy |
| Buffer Memory | Minimum 256 KB |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 4K addresses |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 18.8 × 8.6 × 5.6 cm |
3. Main Features
- Industrial-grade Ethernet switching designed for real-time turbine control networks.
- 16-port copper Ethernet configuration, suitable for connecting multiple GE Mark VIe I/O devices.
- Fanless convection cooling, improving reliability in harsh industrial environments.
- Redundant DC power inputs for improved system availability.
- Supports industrial environmental requirements including hazardous-area applications such as Class 1 Div 2 / Zone 2 / ATEX (when installed according to applicable system requirements).
4. Functional Role in Mark VIe Systems
The IS420ESWBH3A acts as an IONet communication hub:
- Connects GE Mark VIe controllers
- Links I/O packs (IS220/IS210 series)
- Provides deterministic Ethernet communication paths
- Supports turbine control, protection, and monitoring networks
Typical applications include:
- Gas turbine control systems
- Steam turbine control systems
- Generator control systems
- Balance-of-plant automation systems
5. IS420ESWBH3A vs Other ESWB Versions
| Model | Copper Ports | Fiber Ports |
|---|---|---|
| IS420ESWBH1A | 16 × RJ-45 | 1 × 100Base-FX Multi-mode |
| IS420ESWBH2A | 16 × RJ-45 | 2 × 100Base-FX Multi-mode |
| IS420ESWBH3A | 16 × RJ-45 | None |
| IS420ESWBH4A | 16 × RJ-45 | 1 × 100Base-LX10 Single-mode |
| IS420ESWBH5A | 16 × RJ-45 | 2 × 100Base-LX10 Single-mode |
6. Common Replacement / Maintenance Notes
When replacing an IS420ESWBH3A:
- Verify the Mark VIe ControlST version compatibility.
- Confirm the network topology and IONet addressing.
- Check 24/28 VDC redundant power wiring.
- Use industrial-grade Cat5e Ethernet cables.
- Confirm DIN-rail mounting hardware requirements.
Conclusion
The GE IS420ESWBH3A is a reliable 16-port copper IONet industrial Ethernet switch designed specifically for GE Mark VIe turbine control platforms. Its rugged design, redundant power inputs, wide temperature range, and deterministic Ethernet communication make it suitable for critical power-generation automation systems.
ABB Allen-Bradley Alstom Bently Emerson Foxboro
GE MOOG Schneider Woodward HIMA Honeywell
ABB 5SHY series hot selling//large inventory//brand new//affordable price
First hand source, affordable price. Spot inventory!
•Shipping Port: Xiamen
•Ship to you via Fedex/DHL/TNT/UPS/EMS
•Package: Original packing with cartons
Our Main Brand
ABB, GE, Allen Bradley, Honeywell, Emerson, Bently Nevada, Prosoft, Siemens, Westinghouse, Triconex, Foxboro, ICS Triplex, Hima, Schneider, Yokogawa, Woodward, B&R, KEBA, etc
—-(DCS)Distributed Control System
ABB 3AUA0000110429,SYSCON2 746924
Invensys Foxboro FBM214,FBM242,B0123HE
Invensys Triconex 3625,3700A,3604E
Woodword 5462-758B
HIMA F2-DO-16-02,F8650E
Yokogawa SAI143-S03 S1, F9342L-02
Honeywell 51402497-200,51403519-160,51199194-100,CC-PDO801
Emerson KJ4001X1-NB1,12P3368X012
—-(PLC)Programmable Logic Controller
Rockwell AB 1734-IB8,1734-OB8,1769-L18ER-BB1B,1756-IM16I
ICS Triplex T8461,T8850,T8403,T8431,T8831,T8310
Schneider Modicon 140DDI85300
GE Fnauc IS210AEPSG2B,IS220UCSAH1A,IS215ACLEH1A,IS210AEAAH1B
Siemen 6ES7331-1KF02-0AB0
Prosoft MVI46-DFNT
Bachmann MPC240
Woodhead 9905-068 2301A
—-(TSI)Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation
Bently Nevada 3500/22M,138607-01,3500/25,3500/53,3500/32M 149986-02,
EPRO MMS6110,MMS6120,MMS6220,MMS6312,MMS6410,6423,6424,
ENTEK EK C6622HS,XM124,1440-SDM02-01RA
There are no reviews yet.