GE IS420UCSCS2A UCSC-SIL CONTROLLER,DUALCORE,1.6GHZ, 2GB

The GE IS420UCSCS2A is a vital component in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) in the following industries:

  • Oil and Gas: Used for emergency shutdown (ESD) systems on offshore platforms, refineries, and pipelines to prevent catastrophic events.
  • Power Generation: Employed in overspeed protection systems for turbines and other safety-critical functions.
  • Chemical and Petrochemical Plants: Used to manage critical safety interlocks and shutdown systems for reactors, vessels, and other equipment handling hazardous materials.
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The GE IS420UCSCS2A is a UCSC-SIL Controller Module for the Mark VIeS control system. The “S” in both the part number and the system name stands for Safety. This controller is a high-performance, safety-rated component designed to act as the central processing unit (CPU) for a Safety Instrumented System (SIS). It features a dual-core 1.6 GHz processor with 2 GB of RAM, making it a powerful and reliable controller for critical safety applications.


 

Key Features and Applications

 

This module is specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of functional safety applications.

  • SIL-Rated (Safety Integrity Level): This is its most crucial feature. The “S” and “SIL” designations indicate that the controller has been certified to meet strict functional safety standards, such as IEC 61508. This means it is designed to perform a specific safety function with a very low probability of failure, which is essential in hazardous environments where a control failure could lead to a catastrophic event.
  • Dual-Core 1.6 GHz Processor & 2 GB RAM: The high clock speed and multi-core processor enable the controller to execute safety-critical logic and algorithms quickly and reliably. This high-speed processing is vital for applications that require a fast response time to detect faults and initiate a safe shutdown. The generous RAM capacity supports complex safety programs and extensive data logging.
  • UCSC Controller: The UCSC (Unit Controller System Board) is an advanced version of the Mark VIe’s control architecture. It handles the complex logic and real-time decision-making required to monitor and control equipment while maintaining a high level of safety integrity.
  • System Redundancy: For the highest level of safety, the IS420UCSCS2A is typically used in a TMR (Triple Modular Redundancy) configuration. This involves three controllers working in parallel, with a voting mechanism to ensure that any single failure does not compromise the safety function. This design provides maximum system availability and safety.

 

Common Applications

 

The GE IS420UCSCS2A is a vital component in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) in the following industries:

  • Oil and Gas: Used for emergency shutdown (ESD) systems on offshore platforms, refineries, and pipelines to prevent catastrophic events.
  • Power Generation: Employed in overspeed protection systems for turbines and other safety-critical functions.
  • Chemical and Petrochemical Plants: Used to manage critical safety interlocks and shutdown systems for reactors, vessels, and other equipment handling hazardous materials.