⚙️ Woodward 701A Digital Speed Control – Part No 8280-192 (Governor 701 A)
🧠 Overview
The Woodward 701A Digital Speed Control (Governor 701 A) is a precision electronic governor designed to provide accurate engine speed regulation for a wide range of industrial and marine applications. It features a fully digital control system that ensures stable engine operation under varying load conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing mechanical stress. This governor is widely recognized for its robust design, high reliability, and integration capabilities with modern control and monitoring systems.
📊 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| 🏷️ Model | 701A Digital Speed Control |
| 🏢 Manufacturer | Woodward |
| ⚡ Input Voltage | 12–32 V DC |
| 🌡️ Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| ⚙️ Control Range | 0–100% engine speed |
| 🧩 Governor Type | Digital electronic governor |
| 🔋 Output Type | Actuator current output or proportional analog signal |
| 🔌 Response Time | <100 ms for speed changes |
| 💡 Indicators | LED status for power, fault, and control status |
| 📡 Communication Interface | Optional Modbus, CAN, or proprietary serial interface |
| 🧱 Mounting Type | Panel or bracket-mounted |
| 📏 Dimensions | 150 × 110 × 60 mm |
| ⚖️ Weight | Approx. 1.2 kg |
| 🔐 Protection | Overvoltage, undervoltage, and short-circuit protection |
| 🛠️ Diagnostics | Fault codes and system alerts via LED or interface |
⚙️ Key Features
- Precision Speed Control: Maintains consistent engine speed under dynamic load conditions.
- Digital Accuracy: High-resolution digital control ensures minimal speed variation and enhanced engine protection.
- Robust Construction: Designed for harsh industrial and marine environments, resistant to vibration, shock, and temperature extremes.
- Flexible Integration: Compatible with a range of actuators, control panels, and supervisory systems.
- Diagnostics & Status Monitoring: LED indicators and communication interfaces provide real-time system status and fault reporting.
🛠️ Applications
- Industrial Engines: Provides speed control for generators, compressors, and pumps.
- Marine Engines: Ensures reliable propulsion system performance and fuel efficiency.
- Power Generation: Used in backup and primary generator control for consistent frequency and voltage regulation.
- Automation Systems: Integrates into distributed control systems for enhanced engine monitoring and control.
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