PIB903 | ALSTOM PIB-903 BGTR 8HE VME Rack Industrial Chassis

Product Overview

The ALSTOM PIB903 with BGTR 8HE is an industrial VME rack system engineered for high-reliability automation environments. It provides a robust modular chassis supporting mission-critical control, communication, and monitoring functions across demanding industries. Moreover, the system adopts the VME64x bus standard, ensuring stable high-speed data exchange between multiple installed boards. Designed for continuous operation, this rack platform reflects ALSTOM’s long-term experience in safety-critical automation systems.

Key Features and Functional Highlights

The BGTR 8HE rack offers eight standard VME slots, enabling flexible expansion for diverse PIB903 series boards. In addition, the reinforced mechanical structure ensures vibration resistance and long service life in harsh industrial conditions. The backplane supports P2 and P0 connections, therefore allowing higher bandwidth and advanced signaling configurations. Furthermore, the power distribution design supports stable operation for mixed I/O, communication, and safety logic modules.

Technical Specifications

Model: PIB903 with BGTR 8HE Rack Height: 8HE, approximately 355.6 mm Number of Slots: 8 VME standard slots Bus Standard: VME64x with P2 and P0 backplane support Power Input: 220 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz Board Operating Voltage: 12 V DC Current Rating: 2 A Power Consumption: 24 W Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C Protection Class: IP20, touch-safe industrial design Compatibility: ALSTOM PIB903 series boards Dimensions: 100 × 50 × 30 mm Weight: 2.1 kg

Typical Applications and System Integration

This VME rack system is widely used in railway signaling cabinets for interlocking and train control applications. Moreover, it supports energy automation systems, including power generation, substation monitoring, and renewable energy control platforms. For instance, manufacturers integrate this rack into smart production lines requiring deterministic communication and high system availability. Therefore, the PIB903 with BGTR 8HE suits projects demanding modular expansion, long lifecycle support, and proven industrial standards.

FAQ

Q1: What type of boards can be installed in the BGTR 8HE rack? A1: The rack is designed specifically for ALSTOM PIB903 series boards, including control, communication, and monitoring modules.

Q2: Is this VME rack suitable for safety-critical applications? A2: Yes, it is commonly deployed in railway and energy systems where reliability and continuous operation are essential.

Q3: Does the system support high-speed data communication? A3: The VME64x architecture with P2 and P0 backplane connections enables high-speed and deterministic data transfer.

Q4: What environmental conditions can the rack withstand? A4: It operates reliably from –20 °C to +70 °C, making it suitable for most industrial control cabinets.