DS3820LFRA - Resistor Assembly

SPECIFICATIONS

Part Number: DS3820LFRA
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark IV
Function: Resistor Assembly
Operating temperature: -35 to +55oC
Product Type: PCB
Country of Manufacture: United States (USA)

Functional Description

DS3820LFRA is a Resistor Assembly manufactured and designed by General Electrics. It is a part of the Mark IV Control System. The Mark IV Control System represents a significant advancement in turbine control technology compared to previous, marking a departure from traditional control systems. Unlike its predecessors, the Mark IV is a microprocessor-based distributed control system that brings several innovations to enhance functionality, reliability, and user experience.

Features

• The Mark IV system incorporates a cutting-edge microprocessor-based architecture, which offers distributed control functionality. This design enhances system performance by allowing localized control and processing, improving overall response times and operational efficiency.
• One of the standout features of the Mark IV system is its ability to support online repair and return to service. This capability reduces downtime significantly, ensuring that turbine operations remain consistent and reliable even during maintenance or repairs.
• Turbine users have shown a positive reception to the Mark IV system, particularly for its potential to deliver high control system availability. By minimizing downtime and enabling robust performance, the system aligns with the demands of modern power generation and industrial operations.
• Design accommodates a wide range of turbine and industrial applications, making it versatile.
• The use of standardized components simplifies manufacturing, diagnostics, and maintenance, reducing costs and complexity.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is DS3820LFRA?
It is a Resistor Assembly manufactured and designed by General Electrics.

What are the advantages of the Mark IV’s distributed control system?
The distributed control design improves system responsiveness, enhances fault isolation, and allows individual modules to operate independently, ensuring system reliability even during partial failures.

What is the Mark IV’s display system, and how is it beneficial?
The display system replaces traditional meters and annunciator lights with a modern interface that provides More organized and detailed information. Operator configurability for customized views. Hard copy options for data logging and analysis.