GE DS3800DDIB Auxiliary Drive Interface Control Board

GE DS3800DDIB Auxiliary Drive Interface Control Board

Part Number DS3800DDIB Manufacturer General Electric Country of Manufacture As Per GE Manufacturing Policy Series Mark VI/VIe Function Module Availability In StockDS3800DDIB is an Auxiliary Drive Interface Control Board manufactured and designed by General Electric as part of the Mark IV Series used in GE Speedtronic Gas Turbine Control Systems. It is an electronic circuit board designed to manage and control the interface between a system and auxiliary drives. This board typically contains various electronic components and circuits that enable communication, data transfer, and control signals between the main system and auxiliary drives. The term "control circuit" suggests that the board is responsible for regulating and directing the operation of the auxiliary drives, ensuring they function in coordination with the overall system. 

The features of an Auxiliary Drive Interface Control Circuit Board can vary based on the specific application and requirements of the system it's designed for. However, here are some common features that such a board may possess: Communication Protocols: The board may support various communication protocols to facilitate data exchange between the main system and auxiliary drives. Common protocols include I2C, SPI, UART, or other industry-specific standards. Control Logic: It includes control logic circuits responsible for interpreting commands from the main system and generating signals to control the operation of auxiliary drives. This could involve managing speed, direction, or other parameters. Power Distribution: The board might have circuits for distributing power to the auxiliary drives, ensuring they receive the appropriate voltage and current for their operation. 

 Fault Detection and Protection: Built-in features to detect faults or abnormalities in the auxiliary drives, triggering protective measures to prevent damage to the system. Interface Connectors: Physical connectors or ports for connecting cables that link the board to the main system and the auxiliary drives. Compatibility: Designed to be compatible with a range of auxiliary drives, allowing for flexibility in system configurations. Diagnostic Capabilities: The ability to monitor and report the status of the auxiliary drives, providing diagnostic information to the main system for troubleshooting. Programmability: Some boards may be programmable to allow for the customization of control algorithms or parameters based on specific application requirements. Safety Features: Incorporation of safety features to ensure the secure operation of the auxiliary drives within specified limits. Compact Design: IOften designed to be compact and fit within the constraints of the overall system, considering space.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Celeron™ socket 370-based single-board computer (SBC) with operating  system support for Windows NT®/Windows® 2000, Linux, VxWorks, QNX,  and Solaris 

• Special features for embedded applications 

— Up to 512 Mbyte IDE CompactFlash (optional) 

— Three programmable 16-bit timers 

— 32 Kbyte of battery-backed SRAM 

— Remote Ethernet booting supported 

— Software-selectable watchdog timer with reset 

— Supports VMEbus P2 connection to HD/floppy drive 

— PMC expansion site with VMEbus P2 I/O 

— PC•MIP expansion site supported 

— VME64 modes supported: A32/A24/D32/D16/D08(EO)/MBLT64/BLT32 

— VMEbus interrupt handler, interrupter, and system controller 

— Includes byte-swapping hardware for little-endian and big-endian data  interfacing (patent no. 6,032,212) 

— Enhanced bus error handling 

— Passive heat sink design (no moving parts) 

• Standard features include 

— Celeron socket 370 processor 

— Up to 256 Mbyte SDRAM using one 144-pin SODIMM 

— 64-bit Intel® AGP SVGA controller with 2 Mbyte SGRAM 

— On-board Fast Ethernet controller supporting 10BaseT and 100BaseTX  interfaces 

— On-board Ultra DMA/33 hard drive and floppy drive controllers with  VMEbus P2 I/O 

— Two high-performance 16550-compatible serial ports 

— PS/2-style keyboard and mouse port on front panel 

— Real-time clock and miniature speaker included