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　　Other names for 8440-2052:

　Input/Output Module 8440-2052

8440-2052 Analog Module

Communication Module 8440-2052

Core Functions

Generator Set Control and Protection

As the core controller of the WOODWARD easYgen-3000 series, the 8440-2052 supports complete generator-generator control, protection, and point-to-point parallel functions. Integrated RMS voltage/current detection (harmonic interference resistant), CAN network communication (supports SAE-J1939 and proprietary OEM protocols), and serial Modbus RTU communication, allowing seamless integration with SCADA or PLC systems.

Parallel Connection and Load Sharing

Supports parallel load sharing for up to 32 generator sets, suitable for complex power distribution systems (such as multi-feeder sectionalization, circuit breaker control), meeting the emergency backup power needs of data centers, hospitals, and other distributed generation scenarios such as microgrids and combined heat and power (CHP).

Communication and Programmability

Built-in LogicsManager programmable logic functions, typically eliminating the need for additional PLC control, but allowing flexible integration with SCADA or PLC-based control systems. Supports communication with the RP-3000 remote panel via the CANopen protocol (up to 250 meters).

Environmental Adaptability

Operating temperature -20 to 70°C, storage temperature -30 to 80°C, humidity 95% non-condensing, protection rating IP20 (rear)/IP54/IP66 (front panel).

Usage Precautions

Installation and Power Supply

Must be installed in a control cabinet. Power requirements: 12/24 VDC (8-40 VDC), power consumption ≤17W. Grounding resistance ≤100Ω, insulation voltage ≥500VAC.

Configuration and Maintenance

Configured via Woodward ToolKit software. Supports remote panel (RP-3000) connection (CANopen protocol, distance ≤250 meters). Regularly check physical condition (e.g., corrosion, wear), connector cleanliness, and heat dissipation unobstructed channels.

Safety and Alarms

Supports multi-level customizable alarm thresholds. Verify the effectiveness of alarm logic and protection functions. Faulty module replacement must be performed under redundant configuration; verify status using original manufacturer diagnostic tools.

Maintenance Methods

Daily Inspections

Quarterly check controller status, connector cleanliness, and heat dissipation; perform system-level testing (e.g., redundancy switching, protection logic verification) every six months. Troubleshooting

Replacing a faulty module must be done under redundant configuration. Update the firmware to the latest version to activate new functions (such as 5G communication support). Predict fault points based on operational data (e.g., capacitor aging, relay contact wear).

Preventive Maintenance

Deep maintenance every 2 years (cleaning circuit boards, calibrating sensors), predicting fault points based on historical data to ensure long-term stable system operation.

Compatible Models and Collaborative Functions

Compatible Model Function Positioning and Collaborative Effects

The RP-3000 remote panel enables remote operation and monitoring via the CANopen protocol for remote notification, control, and configuration, with a distance ≤250 meters.

Engine ECUs (e.g., Scania, MTU) support SAE-J1939 protocol and proprietary protocols for engine control and communication, enabling real-time monitoring and control of engine parameters.

I/O expansion modules (e.g., Woodward IKD 1) support digital/analog signal expansion, adapting to various sensors and actuators.

The CI867AK01 communication gateway supports Modbus TCP/Profinet protocol conversion for seamless integration with third-party devices.

The SPM-D10/SPM-D11 synchronizer and load sharing module provide automatic frequency/phase/voltage matching, support analog/digital signal output, and are compatible with various actuators.

The 8440-1703 module’s excitation system control works in conjunction with the main controller to regulate generator excitation, improving power factor and dynamic response capabilities.

Application Scenarios

Emergency Backup Power: Data centers, hospitals, commercial facilities, ensuring uninterrupted power supply to critical loads.

Distributed Generation: Peak demand response, islanded mode (oil exploration, offshore platforms, remote villages), supporting renewable energy grid connection.

Microgrids and Cogeneration: Universities, military bases, net-zero communities, wastewater treatment, biogas production, achieving efficient energy utilization.

Industrial and Infrastructure Applications: Provides reliable power and control for metallurgy, petrochemicals, rail transportation, port cranes, and water treatment plants, supporting edge computing and predictive maintenance.

Special Note: Turbo Governor Function

Technical Positioning: Turbo Governor, as a turbine governor module, is integrated into the EASYGEN-3000 series. It achieves precise speed regulation of gas turbines/diesel engines through closed-loop PID control, supporting rapid response to sudden load changes (such as grid-connected/islanded mode switching).

Collaborative Applications: Works with SPM-D10/SPM-D11 synchronizers to achieve dynamic load distribution when multiple units are connected in parallel, avoiding overload or underload; communicates with the engine ECU via CANbus to adjust fuel/gas supply in real time, optimizing combustion efficiency.

Performance Advantages: Adopts the “Zen 5” core architecture (referencing AMD EPYC technology), supporting high-density computing and low-latency communication, ensuring speed regulation accuracy and system stability, suitable for demanding industrial scenarios (such as oil drilling platforms and marine propulsion systems).

Summary: The EASYGEN-3000-8440-2052, Woodward’s high-performance generator controller, achieves high-precision control and system stability in the power, industrial, infrastructure, and distributed energy sectors through modular design, multiple protections, and intelligent algorithms. The synergistic application of compatible models further expands its functional boundaries, meeting the diverse needs of complex industrial scenarios, and is a core component for building reliable and efficient power generation systems.

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