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The GE IS230TCSAH1A is a TCSA (Thermocouple and RTD/TC Simplex) assembly for the GE Mark VIeS control system. This module is designed for safety-rated applications, as indicated by the SIL (Safety Integrity Level) rating. It is a simplex, or non-redundant, component used to acquire temperature data.
Key Features
- Thermocouple and RTD/TC Support: The module is designed to interface with multiple types of temperature sensors, including thermocouples and RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors). This versatility allows it to be used in various temperature-monitoring applications.
- Simplex Configuration: The term “simplex” indicates a single, non-redundant unit. While not as fault-tolerant as a redundant system, its SIL rating makes it a reliable choice for safety applications where redundancy is not required or is handled at a higher system level.
- Mark VIeS Integration: This module is specifically for the Mark VIeS (Safety) platform, which is a variant of the Mark VIe designed to meet stringent safety standards. The “S” in the name signifies its use in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
- SIL (Safety Integrity Level) Rated: The SIL rating is a crucial feature, meaning the module has been certified to meet specific safety standards with a low probability of dangerous failure. This makes it a core component for building a safety instrumented system.
Applications
The IS230TCSAH1A is used in industrial settings where a combination of temperature monitoring and a high level of safety is required.
- Power Generation: It is used in turbine control systems to monitor critical temperatures, such as those of bearings or exhaust gases, in a safety-rated manner, ensuring that the control system can safely trip the turbine if an unsafe condition is detected.
- Process Safety: It can be used in various industrial processes to provide a safety-rated interface for monitoring temperatures that are part of an emergency shutdown system.
- Oil and Gas: In refineries and offshore platforms, it helps monitor critical temperatures with a high degree of reliability to prevent hazardous conditions.