Overview

The Woodward 8200-314 Digital Driver Board provides precise actuator drive capability and robust signal conditioning for turbine, engine, and generator control systems. Built for demanding industrial environments, it maintains accurate control performance under varying load and temperature conditions. Its rugged hardware design and advanced electronics ensure long-term reliability in harsh operating environments. The board integrates seamlessly with Woodward governors, actuators, and digital controllers, forming a complete solution for actuator drive, frequency regulation, and system protection.

Technical Specifications

System Features

• Provides precise drive capability for actuators used in turbine and generator systems.

• Ensures stable control performance under varying load and environmental conditions.

• Built-in diagnostics reduce troubleshooting time and support predictive maintenance.

• Rugged design tolerates vibration, electrical noise, and temperature extremes.

• Fully compatible with Woodward digital controllers, governors, and actuator platforms.

Application

• Turbine Control: Drives fuel/steam valve actuators, enabling stable speed, frequency, and load regulation.

• Generator Systems: Supports accurate actuator motion for generator speed and frequency management.

• Oil & Gas: Used in compressor stations and critical rotating equipment requiring reliable actuator drive.

• Marine Systems: Ensures stable propulsion and generator control under dynamic load and vessel operating conditions.

Typical Applications

The 8200-314 Digital Driver Board is widely deployed in power generation plants, petrochemical facilities, marine propulsion systems, and oil & gas compressor stations. It ensures precise actuator control within turbine and engine loops, supporting stable frequency, smooth load sharing, and reliable equipment protection. Its durability makes it ideal for mission-critical systems where downtime is unacceptable.

FAQ

Q1: What industries commonly use the 8200-314?
Power generation, marine propulsion, oil & gas, and heavy industrial manufacturing.

Q2: How does this board enhance system reliability?
Its rugged construction and built-in diagnostics minimize unexpected failures and support continuous operation.

Q3: Is integration straightforward?
Yes. It supports analog and digital I/O, enabling easy integration with most industrial control platforms.

Q4: What is the expected service life?
Typically more than 10 years under recommended operating conditions.