Overview

The Woodward 5415-816 Control Module delivers accurate digital control for turbines, engines, and generator systems. It is engineered to ensure stable operation in harsh industrial environments, making it a reliable solution for power generation, marine propulsion, and heavy industry.

Its rugged construction and wide operating temperature range enhance long-term durability. Additionally, the module integrates smoothly with Woodward governors and automatic voltage regulators, enabling comprehensive system automation. Operators can achieve smooth load transfers, adaptive speed sensing, and detailed fault logging without requiring additional hardware.

Technical Data

Typical Applications

• Power Generation: Diesel or gas turbine-driven generators requiring precise speed control, load balance, and synchronization

• Industrial Engines: Compressors, pumps, and expansion turbines where torque limiting and MAP restriction are essential

• Marine Propulsion: Shipboard engines requiring stable synchronization and remote speed reference

• Utility Automation: Substations and distributed generation systems needing reliable communication and detailed fault logging

• Oil & Gas Facilities: Turbine-driven compressors and pumps requiring safe, efficient automation

FAQ

Q1: What industries benefit most from the 5415-816 module?

A1: It is widely used in power generation, oil and gas, marine, and heavy industrial automation.

Q2: Does the module support modern communication protocols?

A2: Yes. It supports RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, and optional Modbus® for SCADA and remote supervisory integration.

Q3: How does it improve turbine performance?

A3: It provides automatic frequency, phase, and voltage matching for smooth synchronization and stable operation.

Q4: Can it handle both diesel and gas turbines?

A4: Yes. It is designed for flexible use across diesel, gas, and dual-fuel turbine configurations.

Q5: What safety features are included?

A5: The module offers torque limiting, MAP restriction, adaptive speed sensing, and built-in fault logging to enhance system protection.