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The GE DS3800HRIA is a specialized High Level Input Card used in the GE Speedtronic Mark IV series of turbine and generator control systems. It is a legacy part, no longer in production, and is primarily found on the surplus and refurbished markets for the maintenance of older systems.
Function and Purpose
The primary function of the DS3800HRIA is to receive and process “high-level” analog signals. In industrial automation, “high-level” typically refers to signals that have a relatively high voltage or current, such as a 4-20 mA or 1-5 VDC signal. This is in contrast to “low-level” signals like those from thermocouples or strain gauges, which require more amplification.
The card’s key roles include:
- Signal Conditioning: It takes the incoming high-level signals and conditions them to be compatible with the system’s processors. This includes filtering out electrical noise and stabilizing the signal to ensure accuracy.
- Data Acquisition: It provides the main control processors with critical operational data from various sensors and transducers that monitor parameters like temperature, pressure, flow, and vibration.
- System Integrity: By processing these signals, the board helps maintain the overall integrity and operational reliability of the entire system.
Technical and Design Features
The DS3800HRIA is a robust, industrial-grade circuit board designed to operate in a demanding environment.
- Legacy Part: The “DS3800” prefix indicates that it belongs to the legacy Mark IV series, a pioneering control system for gas and steam turbines in the late 1980s.
- High-Level Inputs: The card is specifically designed to work with high-level analog signals, which simplifies the overall system design by reducing the need for extensive pre-amplification.
- Connectors: The board features connectors that allow it to interface with other boards in the control rack and with the external field wiring.
- Industrial Grade: Like other GE industrial control components, this board is built to withstand harsh conditions, including high temperatures and electrical noise.
Applications and Importance
The DS3800HRIA is a fundamental component of the GE Mark IV system’s I/O architecture. Its importance lies in its ability to reliably and accurately acquire data from the physical world, which is essential for the safe and efficient operation of the turbine.