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Woodward 8526-019
- Product Name: UG-8 Series Mechanical-Hydraulic Governor
- Product Description: A compact mechanical-hydraulic governor designed for speed control of small-to-medium diesel and gas engines. It combines mechanical simplicity with hydraulic amplification for reliable, precise speed regulation in industrial and marine applications.
- Technical Specifications:
- Governor Type: Mechanical-hydraulic, flyweight-operated
Detailed content
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- Speed Range: 625–1425 RPM (configurable)
- Control Mode: Isochronous (constant speed) or droop
- Fuel Rack Stroke: 25 mm (1.0 in)
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Oil Capacity: 0.95 L (0.25 gal)
- Weight: 10.9 kg (24 lbs)
- Key Features:
- Self-Contained Hydraulics: Integral oil pump and reservoir eliminate the need for external hydraulic lines.
- Stable Speed Regulation: Flyweight design maintains accurate speed control under varying load conditions.
- Overspeed Protection: Built-in mechanical overspeed trip protects the engine from damage.
- Compact Design: Small footprint for easy installation on engines with limited space.
- Applications:
- Industrial Engines: Prime movers for generators, pumps, compressors, and other industrial equipment.
- Marine: Auxiliary generators and small main propulsion engines on workboats and fishing vessels.
- Standby Power: Small-to-medium diesel/gas generators for commercial and residential backup power.
