8280-422
May 26, 2026

8280-422

Product Overview Woodward 8280‑422 is a low‑voltage DSLC‑capable 723PLUS digital speed controller, a cost‑effective basic model in the 723PLUS series. It delivers precise speed regulation, real‑kW load‑sharing and synchronization for single‑unit or small‑scale parallel diesel/gas engine gensets. It supports core DSLC network functions without extended gateway/master features, widely used in industrial gensets, marine auxiliary engines and oil‑gas small‑scale power systems.

Description

Key Features

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

  2. Dual redundant magnetic pickup (MPU) speed inputs, anti‑torsional vibration design

  3. Built‑in DSLC real‑kW load‑sharing for multi‑genset parallel operation

  4. Single LON bus for DSLC network; RS‑232/422/485 serial port with Modbus RTU/ASCII

  5. Isochronous/droop control modes, overspeed protection, start‑up fuel limit, fault self‑diagnosis

  6. Conformal‑coated PCB, anti‑vibration & EMI‑resistant, suitable for harsh industrial environments

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 18–40 VDC

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

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

  • 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

  • Dimensions: 412.8 × 292.1 × 60.4 mm

  • Weight: ~2.8 kg

  • High‑voltage counterpart: 8280‑423 (90–150 VDC)

Typical Applications

  • Small‑scale multi‑genset parallel power stations

  • Marine auxiliary engine speed & load control

  • Oil‑gas field small‑unit power system governing

  • Industrial standby/emergency genset parallel control


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