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Description
Product Overview
The GE IC3600AVIA is a voltage isolator circuit board designed for GE’s Speedtronic Mark I/II gas turbine control systems, specializing in signal conditioning and isolation for third-party sensor inputs. As a critical component in legacy industrial control architectures, this module ensures galvanic isolation and noise filtering for voltage signals, safeguarding downstream equipment from interference and ground loops. The IC3600AVIA is widely used in power generation, oil and gas, and heavy manufacturing to interface with analog sensors (e.g., thermocouples, pressure transducers) while maintaining system integrity.
The GE IC3600AVIA is a voltage isolator circuit board designed for GE’s Speedtronic Mark I/II gas turbine control systems, specializing in signal conditioning and isolation for third-party sensor inputs. As a critical component in legacy industrial control architectures, this module ensures galvanic isolation and noise filtering for voltage signals, safeguarding downstream equipment from interference and ground loops. The IC3600AVIA is widely used in power generation, oil and gas, and heavy manufacturing to interface with analog sensors (e.g., thermocouples, pressure transducers) while maintaining system integrity.
Designed to accept 0–2.0V DC inputs from external devices, the IC3600AVIA features 25 metal male terminal prongs for seamless integration with other Speedtronic modules. Its compact form factor (15.9 cm high × 17.8 cm wide) and DIN rail mountability simplify installation in control panels, while diagnostic LEDs provide real-time status monitoring. Key components include three large black diodes for surge protection, two EPROMS for configurable signal processing logic, and four silver transistors for signal amplification. The board also incorporates yellow polypropylene capacitors for energy storage and light blue resistors for precision voltage division.
Compliant with industry standards like IEC 61131-2, the IC3600AVIA ensures compatibility with legacy Mark I/II systems while supporting retrofitting to modern control environments. By isolating input signals from the control system’s ground, it mitigates electromagnetic interference (EMI) and voltage transients, extending equipment lifespan and reducing maintenance costs. Its role in the Speedtronic series underscores its value as a reliable solution for maintaining operational continuity in aging infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | IC3600AVIA |
| Manufacturer | GE |
| Product Type | Voltage Isolator Circuit Board |
| Input Voltage | 0–2.0V DC (third-party sensor output) |
| Output Voltage | Isolated 0–2.0V DC (signal conditioning) |
| Isolation | Galvanic isolation (500V AC) |
| Terminal Prongs | 25 (metal male) |
| Response Time | <10ms (inferred from series) |
| Power Consumption | <5W (inferred from component design) |
| Physical Size | 15.9 cm (H) × 17.8 cm (W) × 5.0 cm (D) |
| Weight | 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Installation | DIN rail mountable |
| Protection Features | Overvoltage, thermal overload |
Main Features and Advantages
The GE IC3600AVIA excels in signal integrity and rugged durability. Its galvanic isolation prevents ground loops and EMI, ensuring accurate sensor readings in high-noise environments like gas turbine control rooms. The 25-terminal interface supports multi-channel signal distribution, enabling simultaneous conditioning of multiple analog inputs without cross-talk.
The GE IC3600AVIA excels in signal integrity and rugged durability. Its galvanic isolation prevents ground loops and EMI, ensuring accurate sensor readings in high-noise environments like gas turbine control rooms. The 25-terminal interface supports multi-channel signal distribution, enabling simultaneous conditioning of multiple analog inputs without cross-talk.
Configurable via EPROM programming, the module allows adjustments to gain, offset, and filtering parameters, adapting to diverse sensor types and system requirements. Real-time diagnostics, accessible via LED indicators, provide insights into signal quality, component health, and fault conditions, enabling proactive maintenance. The board’s low-power design and thermal overload protection enhance longevity in 24/7 industrial settings.
Compatibility with GE’s Speedtronic Mark I/II engineering tools simplifies configuration and troubleshooting, while hot-swappable design allows for module replacement without system shutdown. By bridging analog sensor inputs with digital control systems, the IC3600AVIA facilitates cost-effective upgrades of legacy infrastructure.
Application Areas
The GE IC3600AVIA is widely deployed in gas and steam turbine control systems, where it:
The GE IC3600AVIA is widely deployed in gas and steam turbine control systems, where it:
- Conditions signals from thermocouples, pressure transmitters, and vibration sensors for turbine health monitoring.
- Isolates ground loops in generator exciter control systems, optimizing grid synchronization.
- Supports safety interlocks by providing clean, noise-free inputs to emergency shutdown (ESD) logic.
In oil and gas refining, the module interfaces with flow meters and analytical instruments, ensuring accurate process control and compliance with environmental standards. It also plays a critical role in water treatment facilities, conditioning signals from pH sensors and level transmitters to maintain precise chemical dosing.
Heavy manufacturing industries leverage the IC3600AVIA for robotics and conveyor systems, ensuring reliable feedback from position sensors and load cells. Its compatibility with Mark I/II platforms makes it a cost-effective solution for upgrading analog control panels to hybrid digital-analog systems.
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Installation and Maintenance
Pre-Installation Preparation:
Before installing the GE IC3600AVIA, verify the input voltage matches the sensor output range (0–2.0V DC). Securely mount the DIN rail and ensure proper grounding. Use shielded cables to minimize EMI and torque connectors to 4–6 N·m. Confirm compatibility with existing Speedtronic modules and update EPROM firmware using GE’s diagnostic tools.
Pre-Installation Preparation:
Before installing the GE IC3600AVIA, verify the input voltage matches the sensor output range (0–2.0V DC). Securely mount the DIN rail and ensure proper grounding. Use shielded cables to minimize EMI and torque connectors to 4–6 N·m. Confirm compatibility with existing Speedtronic modules and update EPROM firmware using GE’s diagnostic tools.
Maintenance Recommendations:
Regularly inspect the module for loose connections or physical damage. Clean dust from vents to maintain thermal efficiency. Monitor signal integrity using a digital multimeter and recalibrate EPROM settings if drift is detected. GE’s Speedtronic calibration tools can be used to verify isolation performance and adjust signal conditioning parameters.
Regularly inspect the module for loose connections or physical damage. Clean dust from vents to maintain thermal efficiency. Monitor signal integrity using a digital multimeter and recalibrate EPROM settings if drift is detected. GE’s Speedtronic calibration tools can be used to verify isolation performance and adjust signal conditioning parameters.
Product Assurance
GE guarantees the IC3600AVIA with a 1-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Comprehensive technical support is available through GE’s global service network, including 24/7 emergency assistance and remote diagnostics. Spare parts are stocked globally for rapid delivery, ensuring minimal downtime. For repair services, authorized partners like Ax Control offer a 3-year warranty on refurbished units 14.
GE guarantees the IC3600AVIA with a 1-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Comprehensive technical support is available through GE’s global service network, including 24/7 emergency assistance and remote diagnostics. Spare parts are stocked globally for rapid delivery, ensuring minimal downtime. For repair services, authorized partners like Ax Control offer a 3-year warranty on refurbished units 14.
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