GE DS3820LT4A1C1A Load Tracking Controller Panel Module
DS3820LT4A1C1A is a load tracking controller panel module for GE Mark IV (DS3800 series) gas/steam turbine control system. Installed on the Mark IV control rack, providing local human-machine operation and load tracking control functions.

DS3820LT4A1C1A Function: Complete turbine load tracking calculation, automatically adjust unit output load according to grid instructions; Local panel enables parameter viewing, setting, operation, and reset; Collect key data such as unit load and speed, and participate in closed-loop load regulation of the steam turbine; Provide fault status display and trip indication; Interacting with the Mark IV system motherboard bus, transmitting operation instructions and operational data to ensure stable operation of the unit in response to grid load demands.
Key Applications
- Process Automation: Executes sequential and regulatory control for continuous/ batch processes.
- Critical Safety Systems: Emergency Shutdown (ESD), fire & gas, and SIL 3–capable applications.
- Medium-to-Large PLC Systems: Controls up to 12K discrete I/O and 8K analog I/O (simplex mode).
- Distributed Control: Interfaces with IC660/IC661 remote I/O and Series 90‑70 local I/O.
- Data Acquisition & Communication: High‑speed data handling and integration with SCADA/host systems.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | DS3820LT4A1C1A |
| Product family | GE Mark IV DS3800 Turbine Control System |
| Module type | LoadTrak IV load tracking controller panel |
| Processor | On‑board microprocessor |
| Front panel | LCD display + 5 operation push‑buttons |
| Indicator LED | Im Ok, Trip status LED |
| Backplane interface | Mark IV system backplane bus |
| Power supply | Supplied by rack backplane |
| Operating temperature range | 0 ℃ ~ +60 ℃ |
| Storage temperature range | -40 ℃ ~ +85 ℃ |
| Relative humidity | 5‑95% non‑condensing |
| Dimension(W×H×D) | 186 ×225 ×65 mm |
| Weight | 1.00 kg |
| Transport gross weight | 1.45 kg |
| Origin | USA |

Typical Industries
- Oil & Gas: ESD, process control, and safety systems.
- Power Generation: Thermal, hydro, and combined‑cycle plant controls.
- Metals & Mining: Heavy process lines, furnace control, and material handling.
- Chemical & Petrochemical: Batch/continuous processing and safety instrumented systems.
- Water/Wastewater: Large treatment plants and pumping station automation.
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