WOODWARD 8262-3185

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The WOODWARD 8262-3184 is identified as a specific configuration within a Standard MicroNet+ Kit. This means it’s not a single, standalone module, but rather a pre-assembled package or a key component part of a larger, integrated control system provided by Woodward.

WOODWARD 8262-3184: MicroNet+ Standard Kit with Specific I/O and Power

The WOODWARD 8262-3184 designates a particular configuration of a Standard MicroNet+ Kit. These kits are comprehensive solutions designed to provide the foundational hardware for controlling prime movers (like gas turbines, steam turbines, or engines) and associated industrial processes.

Product Overview

This specific kit configuration is characterized by:

• 8-Slot Chassis: This is the physical enclosure that houses the various MicroNet+ control modules, providing the backplane and structural support.
• 2 x 120 V AC/DC Power Supplies (PS): This indicates the inclusion of redundant power supplies, which can accept either 120 V AC or DC input. This redundancy is crucial for enhanced system reliability and ensures continuous operation if one power source fails.
• Relay Drivers: This suggests the kit includes or is configured for discrete output modules capable of directly driving external relays. These are used for on/off control signals.
• Analog I/O (Limited): This implies the presence of an analog input/output module, but likely with a smaller or more specialized channel count compared to a full “combo” module. This indicates it’s tailored for applications needing specific analog signals rather than a broad mix.

This combination makes the 8262-3184 a robust and reliable kit, suitable for applications that require a mix of discrete and limited analog control, backed by redundant and flexible power input.

Detailed Product Description

Woodward’s MicroNet+ is a highly capable and flexible digital control platform widely used across various industries for prime mover and process control. The 8262-3184 is one of several pre-configured “Standard MicroNet+ Kits” that Woodward offers to simplify the deployment and integration of these sophisticated control systems.

This specific kit, the 8262-3184, is designed to deliver a comprehensive set of capabilities:

• Chassis and Redundant Power: It features an 8-slot chassis, which serves as the backplane and enclosure for the MicroNet+ processor and I/O modules. A critical aspect is the inclusion of two 120 V AC/DC power supplies. This dual-supply configuration provides power redundancy, meaning if one power supply fails, the other can seamlessly take over, significantly boosting the system’s reliability and ensuring continuous operation in critical applications. The ability to accept either AC or DC power offers flexibility in different plant power infrastructures.
• I/O Capabilities (Relay Drivers & Limited Analog I/O):
  • Relay Drivers: The kit is configured with (or designed to accommodate) discrete output modules that can directly switch external relays. These are used for on/off control of various plant equipment, such as starting/stopping pumps, activating solenoid valves, or controlling alarms and indicators.
  • Limited Analog I/O: This suggests the inclusion of an analog input/output module, but the “Limited” designation often implies fewer channels or perhaps a specific type of analog signal handling compared to a more general “Analog Combo” module. This makes the kit more specialized for applications with a precise need for analog signals rather than a broad mix.
• System Integration: As a MicroNet+ kit, it’s engineered for seamless integration with other Woodward modules, including various processors (CPUs) and additional specialized I/O cards (e.g., speed inputs, RTD/thermocouple inputs) to form a complete, tailored control solution.
• Programming: The entire MicroNet+ system, including the functionality enabled by this kit, is custom-programmable using Woodward’s Graphical Application Program (GAP™) software. This powerful software allows engineers to develop complex control logic, sequencing routines, protection schemes, and performance optimization algorithms specifically adapted to the machinery or process being controlled.
• Robustness and Reliability: MicroNet+ systems are built to withstand the rigors of industrial environments, including wide temperature ranges, vibration, and electrical noise. While this kit is classified as “Standard,” it still offers high reliability and can be a foundational component for redundant or even Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) architectures, depending on the overall system design.

In summary, the 8262-3184 kit provides a foundational, versatile, and highly reliable hardware base for implementing advanced control strategies in industrial prime mover and process control applications, particularly where 120 V AC/DC power is available and a focused set of analog and discrete I/O is required.

Technical Specifications (General)

As a kit, detailed specifications apply to the included components. However, based on the description:

Typical Applications

The WOODWARD 8262-3184 kit is ideally suited for a wide range of critical industrial applications where reliable and flexible control of prime movers and associated processes is required:

• Gas Turbine Control: Comprehensive control from start-up through various operating states (acceleration, loading/unloading, steady-state) to safe shutdown. This includes fuel metering, speed control, temperature management (EGT), vibration monitoring, and safety interlocks.
• Steam Turbine Control: Governing speed, load, extraction/admission pressures, and other process parameters.
• Industrial Engine Control: Managing speed, fuel delivery, and protection for various industrial engine applications.
• Compressor Control: Implementing anti-surge control, load sharing, and station control for large industrial compressors.
• Power Generation: Providing the core control for generators and their auxiliary systems.
• Mechanical Drive Systems: For precise control in applications where a prime mover drives mechanical equipment like pumps or fans.