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Woodward 5501-502
Product Name: MicroNet System Control Processor Module
Product Introduction: A high-performance central processing module for the Woodward MicroNet 5000 series distributed control system. It serves as the main controller for turbine, engine, and power generation applications, executing control algorithms, managing I/O, and facilitating communication with other system modules. Equipped with a powerful 32-bit processor and extensive memory.
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Technical Specifications:
- Processor: 32-bit Motorola 68020, 16 MHz
- Memory: 512 KB RAM, 256 KB ROM
- Power Supply: 24 VDC (18–32 VDC)
- Communication Interfaces: Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485
- I/O Capacity: Supports up to 64 I/O points via expansion modules
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Form Factor: PCB module, backplane mount
- Certifications: CE, UL, DNV GL (marine)
- Functional Features:
- High-speed execution of complex control loops (PID, sequencing, interlocks)
- Redundant communication for system reliability
- Support for user-programmable logic via Woodward software tools
- Real-time data acquisition and historical trending
- Fault diagnostics and system health monitoring
- Hot-swappable for system maintenance
- Compatibility with MicroNet redundant control architectures
Application Scenarios:
- Industrial steam and gas turbine control systems
- Large-bore diesel and gas engine power generation units
- Thermal power plant auxiliary control systems
- Oil and gas field compressor unit control networks
- Marine propulsion and power management systems
