DS3800DSFC1A1A - Circuit Board

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.: DS3800DSFC1A1A
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States of America (USA)
Temperature: -30 to 65oC
Product Type: Circuit Board
Availability: In Stock
Series: Mark IV

Functional Description

DS3800DSFC1A1A is a daughter board of NSFC Circuit Board developed by GE. It is part of the Mark IV control system. It is engineered with multiple integrated circuits, connectors, and hardware features that enable it to perform high-speed digital processing while maintaining robust signal integrity. The board’s design supports modular replacement and easy integration, making it a preferred choice for maintenance and upgrades in legacy GE turbine control systems.

Mark IV Control System Features

• The Mark IV control system, developed by General Electric (GE), is a sophisticated turbine control platform that combines microprocessor-based computation with electro-hydraulic technology to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of gas turbines. This system marked a significant advancement in turbine automation by introducing intelligent processing and fault-tolerant architecture.
• At the core of the Mark IV system are several Intel 8086 microprocessor-based processors (microcomputers) that perform complex real-time computations. These processors are responsible for interpreting analog and logic signals from turbine-mounted sensors, which continuously monitor critical operating parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and vibration.
• The hardware within the Mark IV control panel is designed to convert analog and logic signals from the turbine sensors into digital data, enabling accurate and fast processing. This data is then used by embedded software algorithms—that is, specially designed computer programs—to carry out control and protection functions.
• Once computations are completed, the system’s hardware translates the digital results back into analog and logic signals. These signals are then used to drive physical outputs: for instance, analog signals control the positioning of servovalves, while logic signals are used to activate relays and other control devices.
• One of the key advantages of the Mark IV system lies in its modular design, use of multiple processors, and redundant sensor configuration, which together provide a tenfold increase in fault tolerance compared to earlier integrated circuit-based control systems. This enhanced fault tolerance ensures that even if a component or sensor fails, the system can continue operating safely by relying on backups or alternate computational paths.

The WOC team is always available to help you with your Mark IV requirements. For more information, please contact WOC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DS3800DSFC1A1A?
It is a Circuit Board developed by GE under the Mark IV series.

How does the Mark IV system process sensor inputs?
Turbine-mounted sensors send analog and logic signals to the control panel. These signals are converted into digital data for computation. After processing, the system converts the digital output back into analog or logic signals to control valves and relays.

What are the main outputs of the Mark IV system?
Analog outputs control servo valves for fuel and airflow regulation.Logic outputs control relays that trigger protective or operational responses.