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Kongsberg 319554 Maritime Control System Module

  • Model: 319554
  • Brand: Kongsberg Maritime
  • Series: K-Pos / K-Thrust / AutoChief Systems
  • Core Function: Processes control logic and sensor interface signals for marine automation.
  • Product Type: Marine Automation & Control Circuit Board / Module
  • Key Specs: Marine-grade industrial build | Redundant system architecture compatible | Backplane interface
  • Condition: New Original / New Surplus (Never refurbished)
  • Inventory Status: High-criticality item; essential marine buffer stock to prevent vessel downtime.
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Description

  1. Key Technical Specifications
Parameter Value
Manufacturer Kongsberg Maritime
Part Number 319554
System Compatibility Kongsberg K-Pos, K-Thrust, K-Chief Automation Systems
Product Type Processing & Interface Control Module
System Architecture Supports dual/triple redundant system configurations
Operating Voltage 24 V DC backplane supply
Marine Certifications DNV, ABS, LR, GL classification compliant
Operating Temperature −15 to +70 °C (+5 to +158 °F)
Storage Temperature −25 to +70 °C (−13 to +158 °F)
Mounting Standard Kongsberg cabinet subrack / backplane slot
  1. Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy

The Kongsberg 319554 is an industrial-grade processing and interface control module designed for Kongsberg Maritime automation platforms, including K-Pos Dynamic Positioning, K-Thrust thruster control, and K-Chief integrated monitoring systems. It handles real-time sensor processing and control commands to ensure precise maneuvering and propulsion management on offshore vessels, commercial ships, and specialized marine platforms.

This product is a Brand New Surplus unit. It is not used, not pulled from a decommissioned plant, and not refurbished. All modules undergo rigorous quality verification to ensure OEM-level reliability. Refurbished marine electronics carry extreme risks of moisture ingress, salt spray corrosion, or thermally degraded surface-mount components. A failure at sea can lead to DP loss, off-station incidents, or severe vessel off-hire costs. Securing this module as New Surplus maintains 100% operational readiness, reduces total cost of ownership (TCO), and provides critical insurance against marine supply chain lead times.

  1. Installation & Configuration Guide

Stage 1: Pre-Installation (Prep & Safety)

  • Isolate power to the target automation cabinet subrack using proper lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.
  • Put on a grounded ESD wrist strap before handling the replacement module.
  • Record DIP switch positions, jumper settings, and slot identification. Take high-resolution photos of backplane connections and terminal wiring.

Stage 2: Removal

  • Unscrew upper and lower retaining fasteners on the module front panel using appropriate hand tools.
  • Unlatch card extraction handles and pull the card straight out along subrack guide rails to prevent bending rear connector pins.

Stage 3: Installation (Clone & Seat)

  • Match DIP switch and jumper configurations on the new 319554 board to mirror the removed card exactly.
  • Align board edges with subrack card guides and slide the module inward until rear backplane connectors engage fully.
  • Lock extraction handles and tighten front panel retaining screws securely to withstand marine vibration.

Stage 4: Power-On & Testing

  • Restore 24 V DC power to the subrack cabinet.
  • Verify LED status indicators: ensure POWER and RUN LEDs illuminate green and ERR/FAULT indicators remain off.
  • Initiate system diagnostics from the operator workstation to verify module identification, network handshakes, and input/output signal integrity.
  1. Firmware/Software Versions & Upgrade Notes
  • Firmware Dependencies: Firmware revision must align with the current Kongsberg K-Pos or K-Chief software suite installed on the vessel operator station.
  • Compatibility Notice: Software identification and node addressing must be matched prior to commissioning in redundant system pairs.
  • Upgrade Caution: Never flash firmware on active propulsion or DP control hardware while underway. Perform firmware verification or updates strictly during planned port calls or yard maintenance windows with system control set to manual local override.
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  1. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are these units really brand new, or are they refurbished/repaired cards?

A: This product is a Brand New Surplus unit. It is not used, not pulled from a decommissioned plant, and not refurbished. All modules feature zero wear on edge connectors, zero soldered repairs, and original ESD-safe packaging opened only for mandatory QC inspection.

Q: Why is New Surplus preferred over refurbished modules for marine applications?

A: Refurbished marine cards often conceal internal component thermal fatigue caused by continuous 24/7 vessel operation. Saving a small amount on a refurbished card can result in catastrophic vessel off-hire expenses if a thruster or DP channel drops out. New Surplus offers OEM reliability at a lower TCO than emergency factory shipments.

Q: Does replacing the 319554 require full system recalibration?

A: If DIP switches, address jumpers, and firmware match the original unit, the module will integrate into the existing cabinet backplane architecture seamlessly. Parameter tables and tuning data reside in the central controller or system software.

Q: Can this module be used in redundant DP system setups?

A: Yes. The Kongsberg 319554 module fully supports dual and triple redundant configurations, enabling automated hot-standby failover across system buses.

Q: What warranty coverage applies to this unit?

A: Every Kongsberg 319554 New Surplus module comes backed by a comprehensive 1-year replacement warranty, verified through visual pin inspection, power-on verification, and static-safe packaging protocols.