GE IC3600SSVA1

• Gain Adjustment: Front-mounted potentiometer for calibration and sensitivity control
• Signal Isolation: Electrical isolation between input and output stages
• Power Supply: Operates from ±15 VDC supplied by the IC3600 backplane (e.g., from IC3600EPSB1)
• Mounting: Printed circuit board with edge connector for chassis integration
• Connector Type: Edge connector for backplane interface, terminal blocks for external signal wiring
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C
• Humidity Range: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Dimensions: Standard IC3600 board size (approximately 12 x 10 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 1.0 kg

Functional Features

• Amplifies low-amplitude analog signals for reliable processing in control circuits
• Provides precise gain control for calibration of sensor and transducer inputs
• Includes filtering to reduce electrical noise and signal instability
• Designed for high stability and minimal drift under continuous operation
• Supports integration with transducers, potentiometers, and other analog field devices
• Enables accurate signal transmission in environments with electrical interference
• Compatible with other IC3600 modules such as IC3600KVSA1, IC3600PTJA4, and IC3600KRSD1

Applications

• Steam and gas turbine control systems in legacy power generation facilities
• Boiler pressure, temperature, and flow signal conditioning
• Use in analog feedback loops for position indication and control
• Integration into lube oil pressure monitoring and bearing temperature circuits
• Retrofit and maintenance of original IC3600 control cabinets
• Industrial process systems requiring reliable amplification of sensor outputs
• Replacement and calibration projects in vintage GE control panels

System Integration
The IC3600SSVA1 is installed in the IC3600 control cabinet via an edge connector that interfaces with the backplane. It receives low-level analog input signals from field transducers or sensors and amplifies them to a level suitable for driving logic comparators, relay drivers, or display circuits. The amplified output is used to initiate control actions, alarms, or interlocks based on predefined thresholds. The module operates within a non-programmable, analog-digital hybrid architecture where signal integrity and amplification accuracy are critical for system performance.

Reliability and Support
As a key component in the IC3600 series introduced in the 1960s, the IC3600SSVA1 has demonstrated long-term durability in industrial automation and power plant control applications. While GE no longer supports this platform for new installations, the module remains in service in certain legacy systems due to its proven functionality and compatibility. Replacement units, refurbished boards, and technical documentation are available through specialized industrial automation suppliers and third-party service providers experienced in maintaining and repairing vintage GE control systems.