GE P106-6052 AMC2 Advanced Micro Controller Unit

GE P106-6052 AMC2 Advanced Micro Controller Unit

Unique Product Description

The GE Power Conversion P106-6052 AMC2 (Advanced Micro Controller 2) is a industrial-grade embedded control processor designed by GE Power Conversion (Converteam). 

Built specifically for demanding applications—including marine dynamic positioning (DP), high-availability drives, offshore vessel control, and distributed control systems (DCS)—the P106-6052 acts as a central processing core.

Equipped with an onboard x86-class processor running Windows Embedded / Windows XP, this unit combines programmable control logic with direct host communication. 

Featuring five high-speed integrated network interfaces, broad serial communication capability, and modular extension slots (PMC/PC104+), the unit delivers ruggedized processing across high-vibration and extreme-temperature environments.

Product Advantages & Features

High Network Integration: Includes 5 integrated Ethernet communication ports for independent networking, redundant host links, and fieldbus protocol routing.

Industrial Fanless Design: Rated for passive cooling operations up to 70 °C, avoiding mechanical fan failure points in enclosed industrial panels.

Vibration & Shock Resistance: Tested to 15 g shock ratings (IEC 1131-2), making it suitable for marine vessels, propulsion systems, and heavy-duty industrial automation.

Modular Fieldbus Expansion: Features 4 internal PMC/PC104+ expansion slots supporting Profibus, FIP, optical fiber Ethernet, and serial communications.

Flexible Serial Connectivity: Includes 4 × RS-232 onboard interfaces alongside support for high-density Serial16+ expansion boards.

Reliable Power Management: Powered by an industrial 24 V DC (±20%) low-draw supply (~0.9 A nominal consumption).

Solid-State Reliability: Uses CompactFlash storage (256 MB onboard DRAM / 256 MB Flash base) to prevent drive failure under constant mechanical shock.

Other Models in the Same Series

The GE AMC2 Series offers standard and upgraded processors, varying by CPU clock speeds, fieldbus protocols, and serial expansion configurations:

Installation and Maintenance

1. Mechanical & Mounting Guidelines

Dimensions: 234 mm × 206 mm × 120 mm (W × H × D).

Mounting: Flange-mount panel assembly. Install on a flat metal plate inside an enclosure with IP54 rating or better.

Thermal Clearance: Maintain at least 50 mm of unobstructed space on top and bottom of the unit to ensure natural convection cooling (fanless design up to 70 °C).

2. Electrical Wiring & Power

Connect a regulated 24 V DC (±20%) power source to the primary power terminal strip.

Ensure functional protective grounding (PE) is attached to avoid ground loops and noise interference on serial lines.

3. Preventive Maintenance & Hot-Swapping

CompactFlash Access: Maintain clear access to the CompactFlash card slot for system image backup and firmware updates.

Field Replacement Procedure:

Power down the system completely before inserting/removing fieldbus module cards or the CompactFlash card.

Verify that the hardware identity dongle/configuration key is transferred from the old controller to the replacement unit.

Ensure serial line terminations (RS-232/RS-485) match system drawings prior to rebooting.