IC3600SVZA1C - Volt Regulator Card

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No: IC3600SVZA1C
Manufacturer: General Electric
Function: Volt Regulator Card
Series: Mark I and II
Repair: 3-7 Day
Availability: In Stock
Country of Manufacturer: United States (USA)

Functional Description

IC3600SVZA1C is a Volt Regulator Card developed by GE. It is a part of Mark I and II control system. The primary function of the Volt Regulator Card is to maintain a constant output voltage from the generator, despite variations in load or operating conditions. This is vital for stable power generation, Preventing overvoltage/undervoltage conditions, and ensuring consistent performance of downstream electrical systems.

Protection System Design

• In the design of the gas turbine protection system, a dual-route, fail-safe philosophy is strictly applied to ensure maximum operational safety and reliability. This design principle ensures that in the event of any failure within the protection system, the turbine will automatically shut down to prevent potential damage or hazardous conditions. The inclusion of at least two independent trip routes offers redundancy, meaning that if one path fails, the other can still execute a shutdown command.
• To further enhance operational reliability, the protection architecture incorporates both simple and double redundancy in critical areas. This means that for vital protection parameters—such as overspeed detection—the system includes three independent sensing and logic paths. If one path fails, the turbine continues to operate safely, but the failure is immediately annunciated (alerted) to operators for investigation and corrective action. This allows the machine to keep running without compromising safety while still prompting maintenance.
• Additionally, the protection system is designed with a self-checking mechanism, especially critical during startup procedures. For example, if any part of the overspeed protection system is missing, disconnected, or malfunctioning—such as a failed sensor, a broken wire, or a misconfigured circuit—the turbine will not be allowed to start. This pre-start validation acts as a safeguard against human error, such as improper reassembly after an overhaul, or hidden equipment faults that could otherwise go unnoticed until a dangerous situation arises.
• Overall, the combination of fail-safe design, redundancy, and self-diagnostics ensures that the turbine protection system operates with the highest degree of reliability, both during steady-state running and critical transitional states like startup or shutdown.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is IC3600SVZA1C?
It is a Volt Regulator Card developed by GE.

What role does vibration monitoring play?
Excessive vibration can indicate problems like bearing wear, imbalance, or rotor misalignment. Vibration sensors detect abnormal levels and trigger alarms or shutdowns.

Why is flame detection important?
Loss of flame during combustion can lead to unburned fuel accumulation, posing an explosion risk. Flame detectors ensure continuous combustion and trip the turbine in case of flameout.