GE DS3800NHVK

Key Technical Parameters

Advantages and Distinctive Features

• Dual Temperature Sensor Support (T/C + RTD): The DS3800NHVK provides 8 thermocouple + 8 RTD inputs (16 total channels), supporting mixed sensor types or redundant monitoring in a single board.

• Hybrid Output + Tachometer Feedback: Combines 8 high-voltage DC relay outputs, 4 high-current solid-state outputs, AND 2 tachometer inputs.

• Higher Solid-State Current (3A): Supports larger 48VDC auxiliary fans.

• Higher Relay Current (2A @ 125VDC): Supports more powerful 110–125VDC fans.

• RTD Fault Detection: Continuous monitoring for open-circuit, short-circuit, or lead-wire degradation.

• Enhanced Temperature Accuracy: 16-bit ADC with improved cold-junction compensation.

Typical Application Fields

• Safety-Critical 125VDC Cooling Systems: Where redundant temperature sensing and fan failure detection are mandatory.

• High-Voltage Industrial Fan Systems: 110–125VDC exhaust fans with higher-power 48VDC auxiliary controls and speed monitoring.

• Military & Naval Applications: 125VDC systems with mixed sensor types.

• Nuclear Auxiliary Turbines: High reliability with redundant temperature sensing.

• Legacy Turbine Installations: Older systems requiring both T/C and RTD monitoring.

Comparison with Related Models

Selection Recommendations

• Choose the DS3800NHVK if:

  • You need 125VDC relay outputs with 2A current capacity for more powerful fans.

  • You need higher-current solid-state outputs (3A @ 48VDC) for larger auxiliary fans.

  • You require both thermocouple and RTD inputs (16 total temperature channels).

  • You require RTD fault detection for sensor integrity monitoring.

  • You require tachometer feedback for fan speed verification.

  • You have a climate-controlled environment (0°C to +60°C).

• Choose the DS3800NHVJ if: You need the same relay/SS/tachometer features but only require thermocouple inputs (no RTDs).

• Choose the DS3800NHVH if: You need 2A @ 125VDC relays and tachometer feedback but can accept 2A solid-state outputs and 12-bit ADC.

Critical Precautions

• ESD Protection: Always wear a grounded wrist strap.

• High-Voltage Hazard: Relay outputs switch 125VDC—lethal voltage present on terminals. Observe all high-voltage safety procedures. Use wiring rated for ≥125VDC.

• RTD Wiring: Use 3-wire Pt100 RTDs. All three wires must be connected. Open/short circuits trigger the yellow “RTD Fault” LED.

• RTD Lead Resistance: Use wire with resistance ≤10Ω per lead for accurate measurements.

• DC Polarity (Relay): Relay outputs are DC only—observe correct polarity.

• DC Polarity (SS): Solid-state outputs are DC-only and polarity-sensitive—reverse polarity destroys the MOSFET.

• Tachometer Wiring: Use shielded twisted-pair cable. Connect shield to designated terminal—not at the fan end.

• Relay Current Limitation: Rated at 2A continuous @ 125VDC. Verify fan current does not exceed this limit.

• SS Current Limitation: Rated at 3A continuous @ 24–48VDC. At elevated temperatures, consider derating.

• Inductive Load Derating (Relay): Derate to 1.5A or use external RC snubbers (rated for 125VDC).

• No AC Connection: Do not connect AC loads to either output type.

• No Hot-Swap: Always depower the rack before insertion/removal.

• Slot Assignment: Install in slots 8–10 (auxiliary I/O).

• CPU Dependency: If backplane communication is lost, the board defaults to 100% fan speed—tachometer monitoring and RTD fault detection disabled in fallback mode.

• Firmware Compatibility: The DS3800NHVK is compatible with Mark V CPU firmware v4.0 and above for full RTD support and 16-bit ADC functionality. For v3.x, RTD inputs may be partially disabled—confirm compatibility before purchasing.