5463-178
May 26, 2026

5463-178

Product Overview Woodward 5463-178 is an all-in-one main controller of the 505 series digital turbine governors. It integrates CPU, I/O circuits and power supply modules. This unit is designed for single and dual actuator steam turbines, gas turbines and generator sets, delivering integrated speed & load regulation and system protection.

Description

Key Features

  • Multiple built-in PID controllers ensure precise regulation of speed, load, pressure and power, with support for bumpless transfer.

  • Selectable manual, semi-automatic and fully automatic startup sequences to suit different turbomachinery.

  • Integrated overspeed trip and self-test functions, meeting SIL2 safety standards.

  • Complete analog and discrete I/O terminals for connection with common sensors and actuators.

  • Equipped with RS-232, RS-485 and Ethernet ports. Modbus RTU protocol is supported for seamless communication with DCS and PLC systems.

  • Non-volatile memory keeps configuration data, fault logs and historical operation records intact even after power outage.

  • Robust industrial housing, available for panel mounting and wall mounting.

Technical Specifications

  • Model: Woodward 5463-178 (505 Series Main Controller)

  • Applicable Devices: Single/dual actuator steam turbines, gas turbines, generator sets

  • Power Supply: 24 VDC ±10%

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

  • Communication Interfaces: RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet

  • Certifications: CE, UL, SIL2

Applications

  • Speed regulation and protection for turbines in small and medium power plants.

  • Turbine control for compressors and pump packages in the oil and gas sector.

  • Drive control for turbomachinery used in chemical, paper and other industrial sites.


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