9903-557
May 26, 2026

9903-557

Woodward 9903‑557 is a 9903‑series microprocessor‑based digital speed‑load & overspeed protection controller, serving as a high‑safety core control unit for industrial steam/gas turbines, diesel/gas engine gensets, turbo‑expanders and compressors. It integrates precision speed regulation, load control, overspeed protection, critical speed avoidance and fault diagnosis, complying with SIL2 functional safety standards, widely used in power generation, petrochemical, energy and marine heavy‑duty control systems.

Description

Core Functions

  1. Dual control modes: isochronous (zero‑droop) for standalone unit constant‑speed operation; droop control for multi‑unit parallel load sharing

  2. High‑precision PID closed‑loop regulation, supports critical speed skip, valve stroke limit, startup fuel limit and interlock protection

  3. Independent overspeed monitoring, real‑time self‑diagnosis, fault logging and multi‑channel relay alarm output

  4. 4‑20 mA analog remote setpoint input, compatible with upper‑level DCS/PLC system linkage

  5. Supports unit synchronization, ramp‑up/down control, extraction/admission regulation and safety interlock functions

  6. Local HMI parameter configuration + dedicated Woodward software for online tuning and real‑time monitoring

Electrical Specifications

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

  • Speed Input: Magnetic Pickup (MPU) sensor signal

  • Actuator Output: PWM/0‑10 VDC analog signal for hydraulic/electric actuators

  • Analog I/O: Programmable 4‑20 mA input/output; multi‑channel digital contact I/O

  • Communication: RS‑232/485 serial port, Modbus‑RTU protocol

  • Safety Grade: SIL2; Protection Class: IP65

Environmental & Mechanical Features

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

  • Vibration & Shock: Meets industrial turbine heavy‑duty standards

  • Mounting: Panel‑mount installation

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

Typical Applications

  • Single‑actuator steam/gas turbine speed‑load control & overspeed protection

  • Small grid‑connected turbine‑generator control systems

  • Petrochemical turbo‑expander and compressor unit regulation

  • Marine auxiliary power generation prime mover control

  • Industrial power plant and energy heavy‑duty equipment governing


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