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Woodward 8440-1860
Product Overview
A high-end, microprocessor-based generator set controller from the easYgen-3000 series, designed for complex single or multi-genset applications requiring advanced control, protection, and communication features. It integrates PLC-style programmable logic, comprehensive fault protection, and multiple communication ports into a compact, panel-mountable unit, suitable for industrial, marine, and critical infrastructure power generation.
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Technical Specifications
- Power Supply: 8–36 VDC (12/24 VDC nominal), 10 W maximum
- AC Voltage Input: 120/240/480/600 VAC true RMS, Class 0.5 accuracy
- AC Current Input: 1/5 A true RMS, isolated, Class 0.5 accuracy
- Discrete Inputs: 12 isolated inputs (12/24 VDC logic)
- Relay Outputs: 8 programmable dry-contact relays (250 VAC, 8 A resistive)
- Communication: Modbus RTU (RS-485), CAN bus, Ethernet (TCP/IP)
- Display: 128×64 pixel graphical LCD with backlight and keypad
- Operating Temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
- Dimensions: 240 mm × 180 mm × 65 mm
- Weight: Approximately 1.1 kg
Functional Characteristics
- Fully automatic synchronization and load sharing for up to 32 parallel gensets
- Real kW/kVAR load balancing with adjustable droop and isochronous modes
- Comprehensive protection: over/under voltage, frequency, reverse power, overload, short circuit, and earth fault
- User-programmable PLC logic for custom sequences and interlocks
- Data logging (up to 1000 events) with time stamps and fault history
- Multi-language support (10+ languages) for global applications
- UL/cUL, GL, LR, and CE approvals for industrial and marine use
Application Scenarios
Data center backup power systems, utility-scale microgrids, marine vessel main power plants, hospital and healthcare facility emergency power, and oil/gas field critical infrastructure power.
