WOODWARD+8237-1597

Description

The WOODWARD+8237-1597 controller is a specific model produced by Woodward Inc., a company known for designing control systems and equipment for various industrial applications, particularly in power generation, oil and gas, and other heavy industries.

Product Name:

WOODWARD+8237-1597 Controller

Product Description:

The WOODWARD+8237-1597 is a high-performance, microprocessor-based controller designed for various applications in power generation, industrial automation, and process control systems. It offers precise control, flexibility, and high reliability. Woodward controllers are known for their advanced control algorithms, real-time monitoring, and integration capabilities with other systems.

This specific model, like many others in the Woodward portfolio, is used in gas turbine, steam turbine, diesel engine, and other rotating equipment control applications. It provides precise regulation of engine or turbine speed, power output, and other key parameters to optimize system performance and ensure safety.

Product Parameters:

• Input Voltage Range: Typically 24V DC or 48V DC depending on configuration.
• Controller Input: Digital, analog, and serial (RS485/Modbus or other protocols).
• Output Control: Analog and digital control signals to interface with actuators or other connected systems.
• Communication Protocols: Modbus RTU, CAN bus, Ethernet, or proprietary communication protocols.
• Control Logic: Includes PID controllers, setpoint regulation, protection algorithms, and failure diagnostics.
• Environmental Conditions: Operates in a wide temperature range and harsh industrial environments.

Specifications:

• Microprocessor: Advanced digital processing unit for real-time control.
• Input/Output Channels:
  • Analog inputs for sensors (e.g., temperature, pressure).
  • Digital inputs for event detection (e.g., emergency stops, limit switches).
  • Analog and digital outputs for actuator control (e.g., valves, motors).
• Display: LCD or LED-based display for user interface and monitoring.
• Power Consumption: Relatively low power consumption, typically 24V DC powered.
• Dimensions: Varies based on enclosure type and mounting options.
• Mounting: DIN rail or panel mount options.
• Protection Features: Overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, temperature protection, and other safety features.

Product Use:

The WOODWARD+8237-1597 controller is used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including:

• Gas and Steam Turbine Control: It regulates parameters like turbine speed, temperature, and load for optimal performance and efficiency.
• Diesel Engine Control: Used in generator sets, the controller ensures the diesel engine operates within safe and optimal parameters.
• Power Generation: Controls and optimizes power generation processes in standalone or grid-connected systems.
• Process Automation: Used in industrial automation systems for controlling machines and processes.
• Pump and Compressor Control: It can be used to control pumps and compressors in industries like oil & gas, water treatment, and chemical manufacturing.

WOODWARD+8237-1597