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Power
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SPM-A Synchronizer
The Speed and Phase Matching (SPM-A) Synchronizer provides automatic frequency and phase matching when used with 2301A, 701A, and Electrically Powered Governor (EPG) control systems. The UL-listed, CSA-certified SPM-A Synchronizer automatically generates a signal to bias the speed of the engine of an off-line generator so that its frequency and phase match those of the bus. Tight control is maintained by feeding the synchronizer's speed bias signals directly into the electronic control's speed loop error amplifier rather than through a potentiometer. The synchronizer automatically issues a signal to close the circuit breaker connecting the off-line unit to the bus when phase and frequency are matched within the limits.
Woodward makes models of its Load Sharing Module for use with engines equipped with speed controls that accept a -4.5 to +1.5 Vdc speed setting input, a 0.5 to 4.5 Vdc input, or a PWM (pulse-width-modulated) input. The Load Sharing Module allows use of Woodward power generation accessories and allows load sharing between engines equipped with speed controls that are not manufactured by Woodward and engines controlled with Woodward electronic controls, or controls using other Woodward load sharing modules.
The Automatic Generator Loading Control (AGLC) can be used with any Woodward load sharing and speed control system with either built-in or external load sensors. It is designed to provide soft loading or unloading of a generator set to an isochronous load sharing system or to base load setting at controlled rates. The electronic ramps are easily adjusted from five seconds to five minutes for 100% load change. The load and unload ramp rates adjust separately. This versatile control simplifies the logic and wiring required to perform these functions.
The DSLCTM control is a microprocessor-based digital synchronizer and load control designed for use on three-phase AC generators equipped with Woodward or other compatible speed controls and compatible automatic voltage regulators. The DSLC control is a synchronizer, a load sensor, a load control, a dead bus closing system, and optionally a VAR/PF and process control, all integrated into one powerful, yet convenient package.
The MSLC control is a microprocessor-based load control designed for three-phase electric power generation sites equipped with Woodward DSLC Digital Synchronizer and Load Control units which operate in parallel with the utility. The MSLC is a synchronizer, a utility load sensor, an import/export load level control, a power factor control, and a master process control.
The EGCP-2 is a microprocessor based complete generator control and engine management package. It is designed for use with an automatic voltage regulator and a Woodward speed control to automate and protect diesel or gas engine based generator sets. Designed for small to medium size generator sets, the EGCP-2 can be configured to operate stand-alone or utility paralleled sets. A network of EGCP-2 controls is capable of controlling up to eight un-manned generator sets for base-load, peak shaving or backup power generation.
The Real Power Sensor is a solid-state electronic device housed in a metal chassis intended for installation in a prime mover control cabinet. The unit contains its own power supply and is powered separately from the speed control. The Real Power Sensor constantly monitors the generator output voltage and current with transformers. These transformers are selected to provide potential voltage of 115 Vac or 230 Vac at nominal generator voltage. The current transformers are selected to provide a 5 A secondary current at full generator output. The Real Power Sensor provides a signal to the speed control that is proportional to the output power of the generator. The Real Power Sensor is used with Woodward speed controls to measure generator output power and provide a kilowatt signal to the speed control.
The LinkNet distributed I/O network provides low cost, easy to implement distributed I/O capabilities for the NetConŽ and MicroNetTM control systems. The LinkNet I/O modules, while slower and less powerful than MicroNet I/O modules, are well suited for non-turbine control functions like sequencing and monitoring.