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Woodward 8915-181

Product Name:​ 1907 Small Gas Valve (with SQ-1250-1000 Series Position Sensor)
Product Introduction:​ The 8915-181 corresponds to the 1907 series small gas fuel valve with a matching SQ-1250-1000 series position sensor for high-precision valve position feedback.
Technical Specifications:
  • Part Number: 8915-181

Detailed content

  • Manufacturer: Woodward
  • Series: 1907 Series
  • Device Type: Small Gas Fuel Valve / Gas Metering Valve
  • Configuration: Valve Only
  • Matching Sensor: Corresponding SQ-1250-1000 series linear position sensor
Functional Features:
  • High-precision gas flow regulation meeting turbine control requirements from start-up to full load
  • Metering port manufactured with precision process, with stable and excellent repeatability of flow characteristics
  • Compact and robust structure suitable for high-vibration and space-constrained dynamic environments
  • Standardized interface design for easy integration with TM series, EM series and other actuators
  • Proven sealing technology ensuring safe and leak-free gas system
  • Integrated position sensor enabling high-precision valve position feedback for closed-loop control
Application Scenarios:
  • Small and medium industrial gas turbine generator sets
  • Combined heat and power and distributed energy systems
  • Gas engine fuel management systems
  • Marine and offshore platform gas power plants
  • Precise gas metering and control in industrial processes
Performance Parameters:
  • Working Medium: Natural gas, treated clean gas fuel
  • Gas Filtration Requirement: 25 micron absolute
  • Working Pressure Range: Complies with industrial gas system standard specifications
  • Flow Capacity: Matches full operating conditions of small and medium turbine engines
  • Ambient Temperature Adaptation Range: -20°C to +80°C
Material Composition:
  • Valve Body: Aviation-grade aluminum alloy or stainless steel precision casting
  • Metering Spool: Surface-hardened wear-resistant alloy steel, precision lapped
  • Sealing Elements: Gas-resistant fluorocarbon rubber (FKM) composite material
  • Connection Fasteners: High-strength corrosion-resistant alloy steel
Structural Features:
  • Precision metering port with accurate functional relationship between flow and opening
  • Standard flange or threaded connection ports for easy pipeline system integration
  • Actuator mounting interface precision machined to ensure coaxiality
  • Smooth internal flow passages reducing turbulence, noise and pressure loss
  • Overall structure validated for anti-vibration and shock resistance, adapting to long-term operation of power plants
Working Principle:​ Gas enters the valve from the system pipeline through the inlet port, passes through the precisely metered port and flows to the turbine combustion system. The external actuator receives command signals from the electronic controller and drives the spool to the target position, changing the gas flow cross-sectional area. The control system regulates fuel supply by precisely managing valve opening, thereby controlling turbine speed, output power and exhaust temperature. The valve design ensures a deterministic and repeatable correspondence between flow and valve position throughout the full stroke range. The integrated SQ-1250-1000 series position sensor provides real-time valve position feedback for closed-loop control.
Installation Requirements:
  • Flow direction and installation orientation comply with valve body markings and design specifications
  • Configure gas filtration devices of required specification upstream and downstream of valve body
  • Select location facilitating actuator installation and electrical wiring
  • Piping system shall have independent support to avoid stress transmission to valve
  • Complete purge, leak detection and full-stroke test before system commissioning
  • Properly connect and calibrate the position sensor according to Woodward guidelines
Usage Precautions:
  • Maintain gas cleanliness; perform regular filter system maintenance
  • Follow gas system safety operating and explosion-proof regulations
  • Regularly inspect external valve sealing, connection fastener condition and position sensor signal stability
  • Prohibit long-term operation under over-pressure, over-temperature or severe pulsation conditions
  • Seal inlet and outlet when in long-term storage; keep in dry environment

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