8280-423
May 26, 2026

8280-423

Product Overview Woodward 8280‑423 is the high‑voltage DC‑powered basic DSLC speed‑load sharing controller of the 723PLUS series, matching low‑voltage model 8280‑422. It provides precision speed regulation, real‑kW load‑sharing and synchronization for diesel/gas‑engine‑driven gensets, without advanced master/gateway functions. Designed for small‑to‑medium multi‑genset parallel systems, marine auxiliary power, and oil‑gas industrial prime movers with high‑voltage power supply.

Description

Key Features

  1. High‑voltage wide‑range DC input: 90–150 VDC (nominal 125 VDC)

  2. Dual redundant magnetic pickup (MPU) speed inputs for high‑reliability speed detection

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

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

  5. Isochronous (constant‑speed) & droop control modes, overspeed protection, startup fuel limit, self‑diagnostics

  6. Conformal‑coated PCB, anti‑vibration & EMI‑resistant, marine‑qualified

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 90–150 VDC

  • Power Consumption: 40 W

  • Inrush Current: 22 A @ 15 ms

  • 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, Lloyd’s Register marine certified

Mechanical & Environmental Features

  • Mounting: Front panel‑mount

  • Housing: Rugged metal enclosure

  • Dimensions: 412.8 × 292.1 × 60.4 mm

  • Weight: ~2.8 kg

  • Low‑voltage equivalent: 8280‑422 (18–40 VDC)

Typical Applications

  • Small‑scale multi‑generator parallel power stations

  • Marine auxiliary engine speed & load control

  • Offshore oil‑gas small‑unit power system governing

  • Industrial heavy‑duty standby genset parallel control


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