Description
GE DS3800NTCF1C1B
Technical Specifications
- Series: Mark IV Speedtronic
- Board Type: Protection / Control Board
- Technology: Through-hole and early surface-mount components.
Functional Features
- Monitors vital turbine parameters such as speed, temperature, and vibration.
- Executes hardwired and programmed safety logic.
- Interfaces with operator displays and other system modules.
Application Scenarios
Found in power generation facilities operating older GE turbines with Mark IV control systems.
Performance Parameters
- Proven reliability with deterministic response times.
- Fail-safe design to ensure safe shutdown on fault.
Material Composition
Vintage industrial PCB with robust through-hole construction and protective conformal coating.
Structural Characteristics
Standard Mark IV board dimensions with wire-wrap or soldered connections and configuration jumpers.
Working Principle
Continuously evaluates sensor inputs against safety limits and triggers protective relays or control outputs if parameters exceed safe operating boundaries.
Installation Requirements
- Power down the Mark IV rack completely before handling.
- Document all jumper, switch, and potentiometer settings.
- Inspect for physical damage or component degradation.
Usage Precautions
- Handle with care due to age-related component fragility.
- Source from reputable suppliers to ensure authenticity.
- Perform functional testing after installation.





