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The GE part number IC3600SGDA1 is a Single Shaft Auto Control Card, also referred to as a Single Shaft Auxiliary Card. This circuit board is a component of GE’s Mark I-II IC3600 Series of turbine control systems. Its primary function is to provide control logic and interfaces for managing the operation of single-shaft machines, typically in power generation applications.
Function and Key Features
The IC3600SGDA1 is not a standalone controller but rather a specialized auxiliary board that augments the capabilities of the main turbine control system. It’s designed to handle specific control and monitoring functions for a single-shaft turbine, which is common in many industrial settings.
- Control and Logic: This board provides the necessary control logic to monitor and adjust a single-shaft machine’s performance, ensuring it operates within optimal parameters for efficiency, reliability, and safety.
- System Integration: It’s built to integrate seamlessly with other components in the Mark I-II series, providing the interface and control capabilities needed to extend the functionality of the main control unit.
- Robust Design: Like all GE industrial control boards, it’s a robust piece of hardware designed to withstand the harsh conditions of a power plant or industrial facility, including vibration, temperature fluctuations, and electromagnetic interference.
- Component Composition: The board itself is a large printed circuit board with a variety of components, including resistors, capacitors, and transistors, concentrated at one end. It also features metal prongs for connecting to other components or boards.
Applications
The IC3600SGDA1 is used in applications where a single-shaft turbine is the primary machine.
- Power Plants: It plays a vital role in controlling and protecting generators driven by single-shaft gas or steam turbines.
- Industrial Facilities: It can be used in various industrial processes that rely on single-shaft machinery, providing the control and monitoring needed to ensure continuous and safe operation.
Related Products
While the IC3600SGDA1 is specific to the legacy Mark I-II series, modern control systems from GE and other manufacturers have similar modules with advanced capabilities. Some examples include:
- GE Mark V/VI Series Cards: Newer generations of GE’s turbine control systems, which have more advanced and integrated modules for similar functions.
- Siemens SPPA-T3000: A modern turbine control system that uses a variety of modular components for control and automation.
- Woodward Governor Controls: Woodward is a major player in turbine and engine control, with a range of products that perform similar synchronization and control functions.