8280-414
May 26, 2026

8280-414

Product Overview Woodward 8280‑414 is a low‑voltage 723PLUS digital speed controller without DSLC load‑sharing function, designed for single‑unit speed regulation of diesel, gas and dual‑fuel reciprocating engines. It provides precise speed control, overspeed protection, fuel limiting and engine monitoring for standalone generator sets, industrial prime movers, marine auxiliary engines and gas compressors. It is the basic version of 8280‑412/413, without real‑kW load‑sharing & synchronization functions.

Description

Key Features

  1. Low‑voltage wide‑range power supply: 18–40 VDC (24 VDC nominal)

  2. Dual magnetic pickup (MPU)/proximity switch speed inputs for high‑reliability speed detection

  3. Supports isochronous (constant‑speed) and droop control modes

  4. No DSLC load‑sharing LON bus, only basic speed governing & protection

  5. Serial communication: RS‑232/422/485, Modbus RTU/ASCII for configuration & monitoring

  6. Remote speed setpoint, start‑up fuel limit, overspeed shutdown, fault diagnostics

  7. Conformal‑coated PCB for harsh industrial, marine and oil‑gas environments

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 18–40 VDC

  • Speed Input: 2‑channel MPU, 400 Hz–15 kHz frequency range

  • Communication: RS‑232/422/485, Modbus RTU/ASCII

  • Control Output: Proportional drive for electric / hydraulic actuators

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

  • Certifications: CE, UL, Class I Div 2 hazardous area compliant

Mechanical & Environmental Features

  • Mounting: Front panel‑mount

  • Enclosure: Rugged metal housing, anti‑vibration & EMI‑resistant

  • Weight: ~2 kg

  • Designed for 24‑hour continuous heavy‑duty operation

Typical Applications

  • Stand‑alone single genset speed control

  • Marine auxiliary engine speed governing

  • Oil‑gas field compressor & pump engine control

  • Industrial stationary prime‑mover regulation


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