8230-840
May 26, 2026

8230-840

WOODWARD 8230‑840 is a 2301D Digital Speed Governor, Synchronizer & Load‑Sharing Controller within Woodward’s 2301 series. It is designed for prime movers such as diesel engines, gas engines, steam turbines and gas turbines, providing integrated speed regulation, automatic synchronization, real‑power load sharing and parallel operation management for generator sets in power plants, industrial sites and marine power systems.

Description

Key Features

  • Supports isochronous (zero‑droop) and droop speed control modes

  • Receives magnetic pickup speed signals (1–30 V AC)

  • Delivers raise/lower pulse outputs to adjust governor speed and AVR voltage

  • Built‑in synchronizer for precise phase matching and grid connection

  • High‑accuracy load‑sharing algorithm for stable power distribution among paralleled gensets

  • Multiple protection functions: overspeed, reverse power, over/under frequency and voltage

  • RS‑485 Modbus RTU communication for remote monitoring and parameter setup

  • Rugged industrial‑grade design with strong anti‑EMI and anti‑vibration performance

Technical Specifications

  • Model: WOODWARD 8230‑840

  • Type: Speed Governor, Synchronizer & Load‑Sharing Controller (2301D Series)

  • Power Supply: 10–40 VDC wide‑range input

  • Operating Temperature: −40 °C ~ +70 °C

  • Applications: Generator speed control, grid synchronization, multi‑genset parallel load sharing


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