8280-424
May 26, 2026

8280-424

Product Overview Woodward 8280‑424 is a low‑voltage high‑performance industrial engine controller in the 723PLUS series, dedicated to variable‑speed reciprocating engines (gas engines, compressors, pumping units, industrial prime movers). It integrates speed regulation, ignition timing control, air‑fuel ratio control, turbocharger monitoring and multi‑parameter performance management, not limited to conventional genset speed governing. It supports LINKnet I/O expansion and advanced engine protection for heavy‑duty industrial applications.

Description

Key Features

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

  2. Dual redundant MPU/proximity switch speed inputs for engine & turbocharger speed monitoring

  3. Integrated multi‑function control: speed regulation, ignition timing, air‑fuel ratio, auxiliary PID control

  4. LON bus for LINKnet I/O nodes, compatible with thermocouple temperature monitoring modules

  5. 3‑channel serial communication (RS‑232/422/485), Modbus RTU/ASCII, supports Watch Window PC software & handheld programmer

  6. Configurable analog outputs for engine speed, fuel actuator demand, manifold pressure, turbo control signals

  7. Conformal‑coated PCB, anti‑vibration & EMI‑resistant, CSA/CE certified for industrial hazardous environments

Electrical Specifications

  • Power Supply: 18–40 VDC

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

  • Communication: LON bus, 3×RS‑232/422/485, Modbus RTU/ASCII

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

  • Certifications: CE, CSA, 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: ~3.0 kg

  • High‑voltage counterpart: 8280‑425 (90–150 VDC)

Typical Applications

  • Gas‑fired industrial engine speed & performance control

  • Oil‑gas field compressors, pipeline pumping units

  • Variable‑speed reciprocating prime movers

  • Turbocharged engine integrated monitoring & control systems


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