The DS3800NGDC1A1A is a ground detector board from GE’s Mark IV/Speedtronic series. This board plays a critical role in gas and steam turbine control, automating key procedures like startup and shutdown while ensuring safe operating conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Transistors:
  • Three total, including:
    • Two small transistors
    • One large Motorola NPN power transistor with a heat sink
• Integrated Circuits: Four integrated circuits enhance operational efficiency.
• Test Points:
  • Six test points (TP0 through TP5)
  • TP0 acts as the ground point
• Connectors:
  • One male 3-pin header
  • One two-position PCB terminal block
  • One five-position PC mount terminal strip
• Capacitors:
  • Seacor polyester DC foil and film capacitors (600V)
  • Additional capacitors rated at 25V, 100 μF
• Resistors:
  • Three cement wire wound resistors
  • Two resistors lifted off the board with nylon pins
• Mounting Features:
  • Spare PTH and snap-in PCB screw mounts
  • Factory-drilled for easy installation