IC3600A1AD1C1D - Low-Level Amplifier Circuit Board

SPECIFICATIONS:

Part No: IC3600A1AD1C1D
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark II
Analog Input: 6 Voltage Input Channels
Voltage Ranges: ±5mV
Board Size: 2.8 cm high x 8.6 cm
Protected Voltage: -18 to +18V
Analog Low Pass Filter: 0.006 KHz
Common Mode Voltage: -5 to +5V
Input Impedance: 100M Ohm
Dimensions: 134.6mm x 130.3mm x 25.4mm
Weight: 0.45 kgs
Condition: New
Availability: In Stock
Country of Origin: USA

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION:

IC3600A1AD1C1D is a Low-Level Amplifier Circuit Board manufactured and designed by General Electric as part of the Mark II Series used in GE Speedtronic Control Systems. This card is generally used when low-level signals are to be monitored, or if the cable between the Host computer and the card cage. The Amplifier Card for systems provides 6 independently configurable differential Analog Input Channels and 4 Universal Digital I/O channels. The cards are equipped with balanced differential inputs and distributed programmable gain, providing fine resolution for precise scaling into engineering units. Users can program the filter cutoff frequency and characteristics to tailor the measurement system to specific application needs. Two filter modes are available:

• FLAT Mode: Optimized for superior frequency domain performance, ideal for applications requiring accurate spectral analysis.
• PULSE Mode: Designed for critical time domain measurements, ensuring accurate capture of fast transient signals.

FEATURES OF LOW-LEVEL AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT BOARD:

• Balanced Differential Inputs with Programmable AC/DC Coupling: Each input channel supports balanced differential signaling for high noise immunity and precision. Users can program AC or DC coupling depending on the measurement requirements, offering greater flexibility for both static and dynamic signal acquisition.

• Input MUTE Mode for Channel Management: A programmable Input MUTE mode safely terminates unused channels, placing them into a quiet, stable state to prevent noise contamination or interference with active measurements.

• Pre-Filter Overload Detection: Built-in overload detection circuitry monitors input signals before filtering, ensuring that excessive inputs are detected early. This protects the measurement chain and allows users to address potential issues proactively.

• Precise Digital Calibration: The card features high-accuracy digital calibration routines that adjust gains, offsets, and other critical parameters, maintaining optimal measurement performance over time and environmental changes without requiring manual intervention.

• Single-Ended Outputs with Ground Sense: Output signals are available in a single-ended configuration with ground sense capability, ensuring reliable transmission and minimizing common-mode voltage errors in downstream systems.

• Programmable Test Modes for System Validation: Integrated test modes enable the injection of known calibration signals or input shorts into the system. These features support automated system validation, helping users to quickly verify and diagnose the entire measurement path without manual rewiring.

• Output Monitor Bus: An internal output monitor bus provides access to output signals, allowing for easy verification and monitoring of system performance during live operations.

Auxiliary Front-Panel Output Connection: A convenient auxiliary output connector on the front panel supports connection to Precision Filters’ output buffer modules, enabling users to add up to two independently buffered outputs per channel. This greatly enhances system versatility by supporting multiple simultaneous output paths for external recorders, analyzers, or redundant monitoring setups.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is a Low-Level Amplifier Circuit Board?

A Low-Level Amplifier Circuit Board is designed to amplify very small input signals, typically from sensors or transducers, to higher voltage levels suitable for data acquisition or further signal processing.

What types of input signals can it handle?

The board is capable of handling a wide range of low-level input signals, including voltages from thermocouples, strain gages, RTDs, load cells, accelerometers, and other precision sensors.

What is the typical gain range of the amplifier?

The amplifier features programmable gain settings to accommodate various input signal strengths, typically ranging from 1x to over 10,000x depending on the model and configuration.

How does the board protect against signal overload?

The board features pre-filter overload detection, which monitors incoming signals before they pass through the filtering stages, allowing early identification and protection against signal saturation.