8915-111
May 26, 2026

8915-111

Woodward 8915‑111 is a high‑performance 2301A Series digital electronic speed and load controller, designed for diesel/gas engines, steam/gas turbines and generator sets. It delivers precise speed regulation, multi‑unit parallel operation, load sharing and overspeed protection, widely applied in power generation, marine, oil & gas, chemical and mining heavy‑duty industries.

Description

Core Functions

  1. High‑precision closed‑loop speed control to maintain stable frequency under fluctuating loads

  2. Supports isochronous mode for single‑unit gensets and droop mode for parallel‑running units

  3. Grid synchronization, load distribution and remote setpoint via 4‑20 mA / 1‑5 VDC analog inputs

  4. Built‑in overspeed protection, fault self‑diagnosis and alarm output functions

  5. Directly drives Woodward fuel actuators and turbine control valves

  6. Parameter configuration, tuning and monitoring via dedicated Woodward PC software

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 24 VDC (wide‑range input: 18–40 VDC)

  • Speed Input: Magnetic Pickup (MPU) sensor signal

  • Actuator Output: PWM drive signal

  • Analog Input: 4‑20 mA remote speed/load reference

  • Communication: RS‑232/485 serial port, Modbus‑compatible for DCS/PLC connection

  • EMC: Industrial‑grade electromagnetic compatibility

Environmental & Mechanical Features

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

  • Vibration & Shock: Compliant with marine and heavy‑duty industrial standards

  • Mounting: Panel‑mount or DIN‑rail mount

  • Enclosure: Rugged metal housing, dust‑proof and corrosion‑resistant

Typical Applications

  • Diesel & gas engine generator sets

  • Gas and steam turbine power plants

  • Marine auxiliary power and propulsion systems

  • Oil & gas, chemical and mining industrial prime movers

  • Continuous‑run and emergency standby power systems

8915-111

WOODWARD 8915‑111

Product Overview

Woodward 8915‑111 is a 2301A Series digital speed‑load controller, designed for diesel/gas engines, steam & gas turbines and generator sets. It provides accurate speed governing, parallel operation, load sharing and overspeed protection for power generation, marine, oil‑gas and mining heavy‑duty applications.

Core Functions

  1. High‑precision closed‑loop speed control to stabilize frequency under variable loads

  2. Isochronous mode for single‑unit operation; droop mode for multi‑unit parallel running

  3. Grid synchronization, load distribution, 4‑20 mA / 1‑5 VDC remote setpoint

  4. Overspeed protection, self‑diagnosis and fault alarm outputs

  5. Direct drive for Woodward fuel actuators and turbine control valves

  6. Parameter tuning and monitoring via Woodward dedicated configuration software

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 24 VDC (18–40 VDC wide range)

  • Speed Input: Magnetic Pickup (MPU) signal

  • Actuator Output: PWM drive signal

  • Analog Input: 4‑20 mA remote speed/load reference

  • Communication: RS‑232/485 serial port, Modbus compatible with DCS/PLC

  • EMC: Industrial‑grade electromagnetic compatibility

Environmental & Mechanical Features

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

  • Vibration & Shock: Compliant with marine and heavy‑duty industrial standards

  • Mounting: Panel‑mount or DIN‑rail mount

  • Enclosure: Rugged metal housing, dust‑proof and corrosion‑resistant

Typical Applications

  • Diesel & gas engine generator sets

  • Steam and gas turbine power plants

  • Marine auxiliary power and propulsion systems

  • Oil‑gas, chemical and mining industrial prime movers

  • Continuous‑run and emergency standby power systems


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