5415-852
May 18, 2026

5415-852

The Woodward 5415-852 is a high‑performance, rack‑mounted I/O and actuator drive module designed for Woodward 505 / 505E / 505XT digital turbine governors. It functions as the electro‑hydraulic (I/H) converter and solenoid driver, translating governor commands into precise hydraulic signals for steam/gas turbine control valves and actuators.

Description

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The Woodward 5415-852 is a high‑performance, rack‑mounted I/O and actuator drive module designed for Woodward 505 / 505E / 505XT digital turbine governors. It functions as the electro‑hydraulic (I/H) converter and solenoid driver, translating governor commands into precise hydraulic signals for steam/gas turbine control valves and actuators.

2. General Description

The 5415-852 integrates analog output drivers, solenoid control circuits, fault diagnostics, and galvanic isolation in a compact industrial package. It receives 4–20 mA / 1–5 Vdc commands from the governor and drives hydraulic solenoids or proportional valves to regulate turbine speed, load, and overspeed protection. The module supports hot‑swap replacement and redundant configurations for maximum reliability in critical power and oil & gas applications.

3. Key Features

  • Precision Actuator Drive: Converts governor signals to hydraulic solenoid drive currents

  • Dual Solenoid Outputs: For proportional or on‑off hydraulic valves

  • High‑Resolution Analog Control: 16‑bit DAC for accurate valve positioning

  • 2500 V Galvanic Isolation: Protects against EMI/RFI and ground loops

  • Extended Temperature Range: −40 °C to +85 °C (operating)

  • Military‑Grade Ruggedness: Withstands shock/vibration up to 15G

  • Hot‑Swap Capability: Replace module online without system shutdown

  • Comprehensive Diagnostics: LED status indicators + non‑volatile fault logging

  • Short‑Circuit & Overload Protection: On all drive channels

4. Technical Specifications

  • Model: 5415-852

  • Manufacturer: Woodward (USA)

  • Compatible Governors: 505, 505E, 505XT

  • Input Signals: 4–20 mA / 1–5 Vdc (from governor)

  • Outputs: Dual solenoid drivers (proportional/on‑off)

  • Communication: Modbus TCP/IP, PROFIBUS DP (for diagnostics)

  • Power Supply: 24 Vdc ±10% (18–32 Vdc range)

  • Operating Temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C

  • Storage Temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C

  • Dimensions (W×H×D): 120 × 80 × 35 mm

  • Weight: Approx. 0.8 kg

  • Mounting: Standard 19” rack or panel mount

  • Certifications: CE, RoHS, MIL‑STD‑810G

5. Applications

The 5415-852 is used as the core I/H converter module for Woodward governor systems in:
  • Power Generation: Steam/gas turbine main steam valve control, speed/load regulation, overspeed protection

  • Oil & Gas: Compressor drives, pipeline pumping stations, gas turbine generators

  • Industrial Turbines: Combined‑cycle plants, CHP systems, mechanical drive applications

  • Retrofit Projects: Upgrading legacy turbine control systems with modern digital governors

6. Ordering Information

  • Part Number: 5415-852

  • Description: Woodward 5415-852 Turbine I/H Converter & Solenoid Drive Module


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