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Woodward 8553-940
- Product Name: Mechanical Speed Governor Assembly
- Product Description: A precision mechanical governor designed for diesel and gas engines. It uses a flyweight mechanism to sense speed and adjust fuel flow, providing reliable, maintenance-free speed control for industrial and marine applications.
- Technical Specifications:
- Governor Type: Mechanical, flyweight-operated
Detailed content
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- Speed Range: 500–2200 RPM (configurable)
- Control Mode: Isochronous or droop
- Output Torque: 34 N·m (300 lbf-in)
- Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Weight: 12.7 kg (28 lbs)
- Key Features:
- Simple, Reliable Design: No electronics or hydraulics, reducing complexity and maintenance.
- Stable Speed Regulation: Flyweight design maintains ±0.5% speed accuracy under varying loads.
- Adjustable Droop: Allows parallel operation of multiple generators.
- Robust Construction: Cast aluminum housing and hardened steel internals for vibration and corrosion resistance.
- Applications:
- Standby Generators: Medium-sized diesel/gas generators for commercial and industrial backup power.
- Industrial Engines: Prime movers for pumps, compressors, and irrigation systems.
- Marine: Auxiliary generators and small main propulsion engines on workboats.
