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Woodward 8271-715
Product Overview
The industry-standard analog electronic controller for diesel and gas generator sets, providing precise isochronous speed control and real kW load sharing for parallel-operated gensets. The 8271-715 variant offers standard temperature range operation, simple potentiometer-based tuning, and robust metal construction for reliable industrial and marine power applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Power Supply: 20–40 VDC, 15 W maximum consumption
- Speed Signal Input: 1–3 kHz magnetic pickup (MPU) signal
- Actuator Output: 20–160 mA proportional current (for fuel actuators)
- Load Sharing Signal: 0–6 VDC analog signal (for paralleled generators)
- Control Modes: Isochronous (zero droop) and droop (2–5% adjustable)
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Humidity: 95% non-condensing
- Dimensions: 250 mm × 200 mm × 50 mm
- Weight: 1.8 kg
Functional Characteristics
- Accurate real kW load sharing between up to 12 parallel generators
- Stable speed regulation (±0.25%) during large load fluctuations
- Built-in reverse power protection to prevent generator motoring
- Nine on-board potentiometers for tuning speed, gain, droop, and load settings
- Screw-clamp terminals for secure field wiring
- Rugged metal enclosure for EMI shielding and vibration resistance
Application Scenarios
Industrial standby power systems, marine auxiliary power plants, commercial building emergency generators, agricultural irrigation pump engines, and construction machinery power units。
