8440-2050 For Woodward Easygen 3200-5/P1 Generator Controller Caterpillar
| Woodward 8440-2050 easYgen-3200-5/P1 Generator Controller Specification | ||
| Basic Model Identification | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Part Number | 8440-2050 | Woodward official part number |
| Full Model Name | easYgen-3200-5/P1 | P1 base model, split busbar logic |
| Firmware Version | Rev F | Mainstream stock version |
| Origin | German Design, Poland Assembly | |
| Application Scenarios | Caterpillar Generator Sets, Split Bus AMF, Multi-unit Parallel, Grid-tied Peak Shaving, CHP | |
| Power Supply Electrical Parameters | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Control Power Supply | 12/24 VDC | Wide operating range: 8~40 VDC |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 19 W | |
| Digital Input Rated | 12/24 VDC | Active signal |
| Relay Contact Rating | 250 VAC / 5A | Resistive load |
| Insulation Withstand Voltage | 300 VAC (phase-ground) | Surge withstand: 4kV |
| Voltage/Current Measurement Circuit (PT/CT) | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Measurement Frequency | 40~85 Hz | 50/60Hz adaptive |
| Rated Phase Voltage (IEC) | 120/480V△ | Maximum measurement: 600VAC |
| Current Transformer Rating | 5A AC | Dual independent channels for generator and mains |
| Primary Current Setting Range | 1~32000 A | |
| Measurement Accuracy | 0.5 class | Metering grade |
| Input Impedance | 2MΩ per phase | High resistance, low loss |
| Built-in I/O Hardware (P1 Standard) | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Programmable Digital Inputs (DI) | 14 channels | Built-in |
| Programmable Relay Outputs (DO) | 12 channels | For unit start/stop, switching, alarm |
| CANopen Extended I/O Support | Not supported | P1 version does not support external discrete I/O expansion (P2 supports 16DI/16DO) |
| Built-in Analog Inputs (AI) | 3 channels | 0~500Ω resistance signal, 4~20mA current transmitter |
| Built-in Analog Outputs (AO) | 2 channels | ±10V / ±20mA / PWM three-mode output, direct drive of Woodward governor and AVR |
| Speed Measurement Input | Magnetic Pickup | Overspeed/underspeed monitoring |
| Parallel & Busbar Core Capabilities | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Busbar Architecture | Dual Split Bus | Built-in automatic bus coupler switching logic |
| Maximum Units per Controller | 8 units | System total networking up to 32 units (Peer-to-Peer) |
| Synchronization Performance | Closed-loop automatic synchronization | Grid closing impact suppression, closing time <2s |
| Load Distribution Accuracy | ±3% | kW/kVAR dynamic sharing, constant power factor control supported |
| Operating Modes | Island, Grid-tied, AMF Automatic Transfer, Peak Shaving, Load Priority Unloading, CHP | |
| Protection Functions | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Engine Protection | Overspeed/Underspeed, Low Oil Pressure, High Water Temperature, Emergency Stop, Start Failure, Shutdown Fault, Sensor Wire Break | |
| Generator Electrical Protection | Overvoltage/Undervoltage, Overfrequency/Underfrequency, Reverse Power, Overcurrent, Three-phase Unbalance, Ground Fault, Excitation Fault, Loss of Synchronization | |
| Busbar/Mains Protection | Overcurrent, Bus Coupler Switch Interlock, Grid Loss, Reverse Power Protection | Compliant with IEEE C37.102 standard |
| Human Machine Interface (HMI) | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Display | 5.7-inch Color LCD | Soft key operation |
| Languages | 14 languages | Including Simplified Chinese, English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Japanese |
| Functions | Real-time Single-line Diagram, Operation Trend Curve, SOE Event Sequence Recording, Multi-level Password Permission | |
| Configuration Method | Local Screen Setting + PC Woodward ToolKit Software Debugging | |
| Communication Interfaces | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| CAN 2.0B | 2 channels | For electronic governor, AVR, unit internal CAN instruments |
| RS485 | 1 channel | Modbus RTU, for upper monitoring, DCS, SCADA docking |
| RS232 | 1 channel | Local PC ToolKit debugging port |
| Native Ethernet | Not supported | External gateway required for network access |
| Mechanical Dimensions & Protection | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Overall Dimensions | 250mm (W) × 227mm (H) × 50mm (D) | |
| Panel Cutout | Standard 3000 Series Panel Cutout Size | |
| Protection Rating | IP66 (Screw Mount), IP54 (Snap-in Mount), IP20 (Rear Terminals) | |
| Housing Material | Flame-retardant Plastic | Embedded panel mounting |
| Net Weight | Approx. 1.85 kg | |
| Environmental Operating Parameters | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| Operating Temperature | -20℃ ~ +70℃ | |
| Storage Temperature | -30℃ ~ +80℃ | |
| Relative Humidity | 0~95% | Non-condensing |
| Certifications | UL, CE, RoHS | Industrial control certifications |
| Key Limitations of P1 Version | ||
| Parameter | Specification | Note |
| 3-channel Independent PID Closed-loop Control | Not supported | |
| CANopen External Extended Analog I/O | Not supported | |
| Multi-channel Cylinder Temperature Monitoring Expansion | Not supported | |
| Suitable Scenario | Standard single unit / split busbar generator set basic control for Caterpillar | |
