DS3800HCPC1L1H

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.: DS3800HCPC1L1H
Manufacturer: General Electric
Country of Manufacture: United States(USA)
Product Type: Analog Converter Card
Series: Mark IV

Functional Description

DS3800HCPC1L1H is an Analog Converter Card developed by GE. It is a part of Mark IV control system. It performs high-precision analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog signal conversion, ensuring accurate monitoring and control of critical turbine parameters like temperature, pressure, and fuel flow. Built for reliability, it features noise filtering, environmental durability, and compatibility with the Mark IV architecture, making it essential for maintaining efficient and safe turbine operations in power generation and industrial applications. Periodic calibration and maintenance are required to ensure long-term performance in demanding operational conditions.

Features

• Acts as an interface between analog sensors/actuators and the digital Mark IV control system.
• Converts analog signals from field devices to digital signals for processing by the turbine controller.
• Convert digital commands from the controller back to analog signals to drive actuators (e.g., valve positioners, fuel control systems).
• Part of GE’s Speedtronic Mark IV, a legacy control system designed for gas/steam turbine management.
• Ensures precise monitoring and control of turbine operations, critical for efficiency, safety, and reliability in power generation or industrial settings.

Product Attributes

• Signal Integrity: High-resolution analog-to-digital (A/D) and digital-to-analog (D/A) conversion for accurate data transmission. Noise filtering and isolation to mitigate electromagnetic interference (EMI) in harsh industrial environments.
• Redundancy & Reliability: Designed for fault-tolerant operation, often integrated with redundant systems to prevent turbine downtime. Supports hot-swapping in modular setups, allowing maintenance without shutdowns.
• Environmental Durability: Built to withstand extreme conditions (temperature fluctuations, vibration, humidity) typical in turbine environments.
• Compatibility: Interfaces with other Mark IV components via standardized backplane communication protocols (e.g., VMEbus). Compatible with GE’s legacy turbine control architecture and diagnostic tools.

Maintenance and Support

• Calibration: Requires periodic calibration to maintain signal accuracy, especially for critical parameters like temperature or pressure.
• Troubleshooting: Common issues include signal drift, component aging, or connector corrosion.
• Replacement: Due to its legacy status, sourcing may involve refurbished units or third-party suppliers specializing in GE turbine parts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DS3800HCPC1L1H?
It is an Analog Converter Card developed by GE under the Mark IV series.

What is its primary function?
It facilitates communication between analog field devices and the digital Mark IV control system by performing analog-to-digital (A/D) and digital-to-analog (D/A) signal conversion, ensuring precise control and monitoring of turbine operations.

What types of signals does it handle?
The card typically handles standard analog signals, such as 4–20 mA current loops and 0–10 V voltage signals, commonly used in industrial sensors and actuators.

How does it ensure reliability in harsh environments?
The card is built to withstand extreme industrial conditions, including temperature fluctuations, vibration, and humidity. It also features noise filtering and isolation to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).