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The GE part number IC3600SSLE1 is a Setpoint Control Card. This is a specialized circuit board used in GE’s legacy Speedtronic Mark I and Mark II series turbine control systems. Its primary function is to provide a precise setpoint—a target value for a specific process variable like speed or temperature—that the main control system works to maintain.
Function and Key Features
A setpoint is the desired value in a control system. The IC3600SSLE1 provides this reference signal, which an operator can adjust. The main controller then continuously compares the actual measured value of the variable to this setpoint and adjusts the output to minimize the error.
- Reference Signal Generation: The card generates a stable and accurate reference signal, typically a voltage or a digital value, that represents the desired setpoint. This signal is fed to the main turbine controller, which uses it to regulate the turbine’s performance.
- Adjustability: The card often has a series of potentiometers (variable resistors) that allow technicians to precisely calibrate and adjust the setpoint.
- System Integration: It works with other cards in the control system to ensure accurate regulation. For example, it provides the setpoint for speed and load control, but when the turbine reaches temperature control mode, a separate logic circuit might prevent the speed setpoint from increasing further to avoid overheating.
- Robust Design: Built for harsh industrial environments, it’s designed to withstand vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and electromagnetic interference.
Applications
The IC3600SSLE1 is a legacy component, so it is primarily used in power generation facilities that still operate GE’s older Mark I and Mark II turbine control systems. It is an essential component for controlling various turbine parameters, including:
- Speed Control: Used to set the desired operating speed of the turbine.
- Load Control: Used to set the target electrical load for a generator.
- Temperature Control: Used to set a target temperature for a process, such as the turbine’s exhaust gas temperature.