Woodward 8440-1831 easYgen-3000 Series Control Unit

Woodward 8440-1831 easYgen-3000 Series Control Unit Specifications

Description

The Woodward 8440-1831 is part of the easYgen-3000 Series, designed to provide versatile and comprehensive control for genset applications. These control units are suitable for various scenarios, including standby power, automatic mains failure (AMF), peak shaving, import-export operations, cogeneration, and distributed generation. The easYgen-3000 Series supports isolated operation, island parallel operation, mains parallel operation, and multiple unit mains parallel operation.

Key Features

Control Capabilities:

• Master or Slave Control: Supports various applications such as peak shaving, standby, and cogeneration.
• Load Sharing: Capable of controlling and sharing the load between up to 32 gensets in a network with automatic sequencing.
• Breaker Control: Includes slip frequency/phase matching synchronization and breaker monitoring for seamless operation.

Communication and Integration:

• CANopen / J1939 ECU Control: Facilitates integration with common industrial interfaces for enhanced control and monitoring.
• Communication Protocols: Communicates with engine control units (ECUs), external I/O boards, PLCs, and modems using protocols like CANopen, J1939, Modbus RTU, and Modem.

User Interface:

• DynamicsLCD: Features an interactive 5.7" color graphical display for intuitive and user-friendly operation.

Technical Specifications

General:

• Range of Applications: Standby, AMF, peak shaving, import-export, cogeneration, distributed generation.
• Operational Modes: Isolated, island parallel, mains parallel, multiple unit mains parallel operations.
• Genset Control: Controls up to 32 gensets with automatic sequencing.

Communication:

• Protocols: CANopen, J1939, Modbus RTU, Modem.
• ECU Control: Supports common industrial interfaces for engine control units (ECUs).

Display:

• Type: 5.7" color graphical display.
• Features: Interactive, user-friendly interface for operational control and monitoring.

Breaker Control:

• Synchronization: Slip frequency/phase matching.
• Monitoring: Breaker status and control.

Application and Usage

Genset Applications:

• Standby Power: Reliable control for backup power systems.
• AMF (Automatic Mains Failure): Ensures automatic switch-over to genset power in case of mains failure.
• Peak Shaving: Optimizes power usage and reduces demand charges by managing peak loads.
• Import-Export Operations: Manages power import and export for efficient energy utilization.
• Cogeneration: Integrates with combined heat and power systems for efficient energy use.
• Distributed Generation: Facilitates control and integration of distributed power generation units.

Integration Capabilities:

• Networking: Seamlessly integrates with up to 32 gensets for coordinated control and load sharing.
• Communication: Robust communication capabilities with various industrial interfaces and protocols.