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Woodward 8280-582
- Product Name: 723PLUS Digital Speed & Process Controller
- Product Description: A high-performance microprocessor-based controller designed for reciprocating engines, gas turbines, and steam turbines. It provides precise speed regulation, load sharing, and integrated process control capabilities for critical industrial applications.
- Technical Specifications:
- Power Supply: 18–40 VDC (24 VDC nominal)
Detailed content
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- Speed Input: Magnetic pickup (2–30 VAC RMS, 500–15,000 Hz)
- Analog Inputs: 4 channels (4–20 mA for temperature, pressure, load)
- Analog Outputs: 2 channels (4–20 mA for actuator control)
- Digital Inputs: 8 channels (24 VDC discrete)
- Digital Outputs: 4 relay outputs (5 A @ 250 VAC)
- Communication: Modbus RTU, LinkNet (LON)
- Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C
- Dimensions: 152 mm × 102 mm × 51 mm
- Key Features:
- Digital PID control with adjustable gain and dynamics for fast response.
- Multiple operating modes: speed, load, pressure, and process control.
- Integrated overspeed/underspeed and loss-of-signal protection.
- Cascade control support for complex multi-stage control strategies.
- GAP programming language for custom application logic development.
- Applications:
- Industrial diesel/gas generator sets (prime/standby power).
- Marine propulsion and auxiliary engine control systems.
- Gas and steam turbine control panels.
- Turbine-driven compressors, pumps, and fans in oil & gas.
- Engine test benches and industrial machinery control systems.
