GE DS3820PIMB MKIV, Operator interface Panel

The DS3820PIMB is used in Mark IV turbine control systems to:

  • Provide Manual Control: Allows operators to perform direct control actions.
  • Monitor Status: Offers a clear, at-a-glance view of the turbine’s operational status.
  • Acknowledge Alarms: Provides a direct interface for an operator to acknowledge and clear alarms.
التصنيف:

الوصف

The GE DS3820PIMB is a key component of the Operator Interface Panel for the Mark IV Speedtronic turbine control system. Its purpose is to serve as the physical link between the human operator and the control system’s logic, providing the means to monitor turbine status and perform manual control actions.


 

Technical Breakdown 🧠

 

This module is the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for the Mark IV system, providing an essential user interface.

  • Interface Function: The PIMB module contains the circuitry necessary to manage the front-panel controls and indicators. It handles the communication between the control system’s processor (DPAD board) and the various physical elements on the operator panel, such as:
    • Pushbuttons and Switches: These allow the operator to initiate actions like turbine startup, shutdown, and alarm acknowledgment.
    • Indicator LEDs: These provide immediate visual feedback on the system’s status, indicating normal operation, alarms, or trip conditions.
    • Displays: Although a simple interface by modern standards, the panel may include small displays for showing key parameters, alarms, and status messages.
  • Data Processing: The PIMB module processes the button presses and switch positions, converting these physical inputs into digital signals that are sent to the main controller. In turn, it receives data from the controller and drives the indicator LEDs and display to reflect the current state of the turbine.
  • System Integration: The module connects to the main controller via a dedicated communication link, ensuring that the operator’s commands are sent to the control logic and that the system’s status is accurately reflected on the panel in real-time.

 

Applications 🏭

 

The DS3820PIMB is used in Mark IV turbine control systems to:

  • Provide Manual Control: Allows operators to perform direct control actions.
  • Monitor Status: Offers a clear, at-a-glance view of the turbine’s operational status.
  • Acknowledge Alarms: Provides a direct interface for an operator to acknowledge and clear alarms.