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Description
Product Overview
The GE VMIVME-4140 is a high-performance 32-channel 12-bit analog output module designed for industrial automation systems, specifically within GE’s VMIC/GE Fanuc VMEbus platform. Engineered to deliver precise control signals for critical processes, this module bridges the gap between digital control systems and analog actuators, ensuring seamless integration in applications requiring high-speed, high-accuracy signal generation.
Featuring 32 independent channels with 12-bit resolution, the GE VMIVME-4140 supports software-selectable voltage ranges (±10 V, ±5 V, ±2.5 V, 0–10 V, 0–5 V, 0–2.5 V) to accommodate diverse industrial sensors and actuators25. Each channel includes a dedicated 12-bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) with 0.8 Ω output impedance, enabling stable and reliable signal transmission even in electrically noisy environments211. The module’s dual-buffered architecture supports both random updates and software/external synchronous updates, ensuring real-time control with minimal latency511.
Within GE’s automation ecosystem, the GE VMIVME-4140 serves as a core component for process control, robotics, and test systems. Its VMEbus slave interface ensures compatibility with GE’s VME-based controllers, while the command-driven memory-mapped design simplifies programming and diagnostics711. By combining advanced signal conditioning with industrial-grade durability, this module enhances system efficiency and minimizes downtime, aligning with GE’s commitment to innovation in industrial automation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | VMIVME-4140 |
| Manufacturer | GE |
| Product Type | 32-Channel 12-Bit Analog Output Module |
| Output Channels | 32 (single-ended) |
| Resolution | 12-bit |
| Voltage Range | Software-selectable: ±10 V, ±5 V, ±2.5 V, 0–10 V, 0–5 V, 0–2.5 V |
| Output Current | ±10 mA per channel |
| Output Impedance | 0.8 Ω |
| Update Rate | Up to 10 kHz (model-dependent) |
| Power Supply | +5 VDC ±10% |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to 60°C |
| Physical Dimensions | 172 mm (W) × 94 mm (H) × 25.4 mm (D) |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Interface | VMEbus Slave |
| Calibration | Automatic calibration via system reset or software command |
| Self-Test | Onboard diagnostics with fault detection and channel-level reporting |
Main Features and Advantages
High-Precision Signal Generation:
The GE VMIVME-4140 offers 12-bit resolution and channel-level isolation, ensuring accurate analog output for applications requiring sub-millivolt precision. Its software-configurable voltage ranges support direct compatibility with industrial standards, eliminating the need for external signal conditioning25.
The GE VMIVME-4140 offers 12-bit resolution and channel-level isolation, ensuring accurate analog output for applications requiring sub-millivolt precision. Its software-configurable voltage ranges support direct compatibility with industrial standards, eliminating the need for external signal conditioning25.
Flexible Configuration:
With 32 independent channels and dual-buffered outputs, this module supports both continuous and triggered control strategies. Users can program individual channels for unipolar or bipolar operation, enabling dynamic adjustment of actuator responses in real time511.
With 32 independent channels and dual-buffered outputs, this module supports both continuous and triggered control strategies. Users can program individual channels for unipolar or bipolar operation, enabling dynamic adjustment of actuator responses in real time511.
Industrial-Grade Reliability:
Designed for harsh environments, the GE VMIVME-4140 operates reliably in temperatures up to 50°C and features rugged EMI/RFI shielding. The isolated channels protect against ground loops and voltage spikes, ensuring stable performance in oil refineries, power plants, and manufacturing facilities57.
Designed for harsh environments, the GE VMIVME-4140 operates reliably in temperatures up to 50°C and features rugged EMI/RFI shielding. The isolated channels protect against ground loops and voltage spikes, ensuring stable performance in oil refineries, power plants, and manufacturing facilities57.
Efficient Integration:
The module’s memory-mapped interface simplifies integration with VMEbus systems, allowing direct access to output registers via standard programming languages. GE’s 配套 software tools (e.g., Proficy Machine Edition) further streamline configuration and diagnostics711.
The module’s memory-mapped interface simplifies integration with VMEbus systems, allowing direct access to output registers via standard programming languages. GE’s 配套 software tools (e.g., Proficy Machine Edition) further streamline configuration and diagnostics711.
Cost-Effective Solution:
By combining high-channel density with advanced signal conditioning, the GE VMIVME-4140 reduces system complexity and lowers hardware costs. Its long lifespan and minimal maintenance requirements contribute to a low total cost of ownership511.
By combining high-channel density with advanced signal conditioning, the GE VMIVME-4140 reduces system complexity and lowers hardware costs. Its long lifespan and minimal maintenance requirements contribute to a low total cost of ownership511.
Application Areas
Process Automation:
The GE VMIVME-4140 is widely used in chemical and petrochemical plants for controlling valve positions, regulating temperature profiles, and managing pressure differentials. Its high-resolution outputs ensure precise control of critical processes, such as distillation and polymerization27.
The GE VMIVME-4140 is widely used in chemical and petrochemical plants for controlling valve positions, regulating temperature profiles, and managing pressure differentials. Its high-resolution outputs ensure precise control of critical processes, such as distillation and polymerization27.
Robotics and Motion Control:
In robotics applications, this module provides analog control signals for servo drives and hydraulic systems, enabling smooth and accurate movement of robotic arms and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Its dual-buffered architecture supports synchronous updates, ensuring coordinated motion across multiple axes511.
In robotics applications, this module provides analog control signals for servo drives and hydraulic systems, enabling smooth and accurate movement of robotic arms and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Its dual-buffered architecture supports synchronous updates, ensuring coordinated motion across multiple axes511.
Power Generation:
For power plants and test facilities, the GE VMIVME-4140 manages turbine speed, generator excitation, and auxiliary equipment. Its high-temperature resilience and EMI immunity ensure stable performance in power generation environments711.
For power plants and test facilities, the GE VMIVME-4140 manages turbine speed, generator excitation, and auxiliary equipment. Its high-temperature resilience and EMI immunity ensure stable performance in power generation environments711.
Test and Measurement:
In research laboratories and testing facilities, this module generates precise analog signals for simulating real-world conditions. Its random update capability supports high-frequency signal capture in applications like materials testing and automotive crash simulations25.
In research laboratories and testing facilities, this module generates precise analog signals for simulating real-world conditions. Its random update capability supports high-frequency signal capture in applications like materials testing and automotive crash simulations25.
Semiconductor Manufacturing:
In cleanroom environments, the GE VMIVME-4140 controls wafer handling robots and monitors process parameters (e.g., etching, deposition). Its compatibility with VMEbus systems ensures seamless integration with factory automation networks711.
In cleanroom environments, the GE VMIVME-4140 controls wafer handling robots and monitors process parameters (e.g., etching, deposition). Its compatibility with VMEbus systems ensures seamless integration with factory automation networks711.
Related Products
- GE VMIVME-4120: A 16-channel analog output module that complements the VMIVME-4140 by providing additional output channels for smaller-scale automation systems711.
- GE VMIVME-3122: A 16-bit analog-to-digital converter module that pairs with the VMIVME-4140 to create closed-loop control systems, enabling real-time feedback and adjustment1113.
- GE VMIVME-7807: A VME single-board computer with a Pentium M processor, offering advanced computational power for complex control algorithms 协同 with the VMIVME-4140711.
- GE IC697CPM791-FD: A PLC controller that integrates with the VMIVME-4140 for distributed control systems, enabling centralized monitoring and command execution711.
- GE IS220PDIAH1A: A steam turbine control card that works with the VMIVME-4140 in power generation applications to manage turbine speed and load711.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation Preparation:
Before installing the GE VMIVME-4140, verify the VMEbus backplane’s power supply (+5 VDC ±10%) and ensure the environment meets the module’s temperature and humidity requirements. Use ESD protection during handling and securely mount the module in a VMEbus rack, aligning it with the backplane connectors711.
Before installing the GE VMIVME-4140, verify the VMEbus backplane’s power supply (+5 VDC ±10%) and ensure the environment meets the module’s temperature and humidity requirements. Use ESD protection during handling and securely mount the module in a VMEbus rack, aligning it with the backplane connectors711.
Maintenance Recommendations:
Regularly inspect the module for loose connections or signs of overheating. Clean dust from the enclosure using compressed air to maintain optimal thermal performance. Update firmware periodically via GE’s software tools to access new features and security patches. For fault diagnosis, utilize the module’s built-in diagnostic LEDs and memory-mapped status registers511.
Regularly inspect the module for loose connections or signs of overheating. Clean dust from the enclosure using compressed air to maintain optimal thermal performance. Update firmware periodically via GE’s software tools to access new features and security patches. For fault diagnosis, utilize the module’s built-in diagnostic LEDs and memory-mapped status registers511.
Product Assurance
GE guarantees the VMIVME-4140 with a 1-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Our global network of certified service centers provides 24/7 technical support, spare parts, and repair services. For mission-critical applications, extended service agreements are available to maximize uptime and system longevity19.
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