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Woodward 5501-430
Product Overview
A high-density, VME-bus compatible controller module from Woodward’s NetCon series, designed to drive and monitor two independent actuators in turbomachinery control systems. It provides precise current output for actuator positioning and includes comprehensive fault diagnostics for enhanced system reliability. The module is hot-swappable, allowing for online replacement without system shutdown.
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Technical Specifications
- System Compatibility: Woodward NetCon 5000 and MicroNet TMR control systems
- Output Channels: 2 independent actuator drive channels
- Output Current: 0–50 mA per channel
- Position Feedback: Accepts 4–20 mA or 0–10 VDC position signals
- Power Supply: 24 VDC (18–32 VDC)
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Dimensions: 260 mm × 248 mm × 25 mm
- Weight: 1.8 kg
Functional Characteristics
- Independent closed-loop control for each actuator channel
- Fault detection for short circuit, open circuit, and over-temperature
- LED status indicators for power, fault, and channel activity
- Software-configurable parameters for easy adaptation to different actuators
- Hot-swappable for online maintenance and replacement
- High noise immunity for operation in industrial control cabinets
Application Scenarios
Steam and gas turbine control systems, power plant auxiliary systems, petrochemical compressor controls, and industrial engine fuel management.
