WOODWARD 8280-4413

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The Woodward 8280-4413 is a specific part number that identifies a LECM (Large Engine Control Module) E6 Generic Control. This is a highly sophisticated electronic control unit designed for advanced management of large industrial internal combustion engines. This particular variant is configured as a standalone module, providing extensive I/O for Real-Time Combustion Diagnostics & Control (RTCDC) and knock detection.

WOODWARD 8280-4413: LECM E6 Generic Control (Stand-Alone: AUX RTCDC with various fast/slow analog & knock inputs)

The Woodward 8280-4413 is a high-performance Large Engine Control Module (LECM) within Woodward’s E6 platform. These modules are specifically engineered to meet the demanding requirements of large industrial engines, offering comprehensive control over various engine parameters for optimal performance, efficiency, and reliability, including advanced diagnostic capabilities.

Product Overview

• Product Type: Large Engine Control Module (LECM) / Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
• Manufacturer: Woodward
• Series: E6 / LECM
• Function: This configuration is a “Generic Control” and is explicitly described as a “Stand-Alone: AUX RTCDC” module. This means it functions as a primary unit with a strong focus on advanced Real-Time Combustion Diagnostics & Control (RTCDC) and knock detection. While “stand-alone” implies it can operate independently for its core function, it would typically be integrated into a larger engine management system, providing critical diagnostic data and possibly contributing to control decisions.
• Configuration:
  • Stand-Alone: Indicates it’s a self-contained module for its specified function, typically not physically “stacked” within the same housing as a separate main CPU module.
  • AUX RTCDC: Dedicated to advanced Real-Time Combustion Diagnostics & Control, offering a specialized set of high-speed and general-purpose inputs for detailed engine monitoring.
• Key Capabilities for 8280-4413: This specific model is configured with a versatile set of inputs:
  • 1 Channel Slow 0-5V Input: A general-purpose analog input for slower-changing sensor data.
  • 1 Channel Fast 0-5V Input: A high-speed analog input, often used for dynamic measurements like combustion pressure, crucial for RTCDC.
  • 1 Channel Slow 4-20mA Input: A general-purpose industrial standard analog input for various slower-changing parameters.
  • 1 Channel Fast 4-20mA Input: A high-speed industrial standard analog input for dynamic measurements.
  • 20 Channels Knock (KNK): Provides a significant number of inputs for sophisticated, per-cylinder knock detection. This is vital for protecting gas engines from detonation and enabling operation closer to the knock limit for maximum efficiency.

Detailed Description

The Woodward LECM series, including the 8280-4413, offers a powerful and flexible control platform for demanding large engine applications.

Key characteristics of the 8280-4413:

• Advanced Hardware Architecture: It features robust internal components capable of handling high-speed data acquisition and processing, essential for real-time combustion diagnostics and precise knock management.
• Specialized Diagnostics: As a dedicated RTCDC and knock detection module, it excels at providing deep insights into the combustion process. This precision is critical for optimizing engine efficiency, controlling emissions, and ensuring smooth operation, especially in large, multi-cylinder engines where individual cylinder monitoring is vital.
• Integration into Systems: Although “stand-alone,” it’s designed to seamlessly integrate with a higher-level engine control system via communication protocols to provide diagnostic data and potentially influence overall engine control.
• Communication: LECM E6 products typically support robust communication ports like Ethernet (for service interface, HMI/PLC integration using Modbus TCP/IP, remote diagnostics, and IIoT capabilities) and CAN (for reliable communication with other engine components and external systems like J1939).
• Rugged Design: It’s built to withstand the extreme environmental conditions typically found in engine rooms, including high vibrations and wide temperature ranges, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding industrial settings.

Applications

The Woodward 8280-4413 LECM E6 is primarily used in applications involving large reciprocating engines where advanced monitoring, precise diagnostics, and protection against abnormal combustion are critical:

• Power Generation: For engine-driven generator sets (gensets) where maximizing efficiency, minimizing emissions, and ensuring high reliability are paramount, especially for gas engines requiring precise knock control and combustion monitoring.
• Oil & Gas: For engines driving compressors or pumps in pipeline and upstream/midstream operations, where continuous performance, fuel economy, and precise monitoring are essential.
• Industrial Prime Movers: In various industrial processes that rely on large gas or diesel engines, benefiting from sophisticated diagnostic capabilities.
• Engine Development & Testing: Due to its high-resolution diagnostic capabilities, it’s also highly valuable in engine development and testing environments for research and optimization.

Compatibility and Replacement Notes

It’s important to note the current status of the 8280-4413:

• Obsolescence: The 8280-4413 belongs to the 723, 723+, and 828 product line, which Woodward has officially inactivated (End-of-Life). This decision was made primarily due to component obsolescence. This means direct sales and new production of the 8280-4413 are discontinued. As of July 2025, any limited repair support that might have been available (which was typically until September 2024 for this line) is now highly restricted due to parts availability.
• Replacement: Woodward offers newer product lines as replacements for the older 723, 723+, and 828 platforms. These typically include:
  • LECM SA (Stand-Alone) Main board variant: Modern LECM SA modules with enhanced capabilities and updated technology. These can be configured and paired with specific I/O expansion modules to replicate or exceed the comprehensive diagnostic functionality (including RTCDC features, various fast/slow analog inputs, and numerous knock inputs) of the 8280-4413.
  • Flex500: A highly flexible and modern control platform that can support extensive I/O and custom control logic for advanced engine management and diagnostics.
  • 2300E: Another electronic control option that may be suitable depending on the specific application requirements for sophisticated monitoring and diagnostics.
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