Woodward 8200-177 Digital drive board

The Woodward 8200-177 Digital drive board is a key component produced by Woodward for gas turbine and steam turbine control systems. As part of the digital control system, it is responsible for converting the control signal into the electrical signal required to drive the actuator, thus achieving precise control of the gas or steam turbine.

Here are some of the key features and functions of the Woodward 8200-177 digital drive board:

Function and characteristics

Signal conversion:

The main function of the Woodward 8200-177 digital drive board is to convert the digital signal from the controller into an analog signal or pulse signal to adapt to the drive requirements of the actuator (such as fuel valves, adjustable blades, etc.).

High performance driver:

The drive board is designed to provide a high performance drive capability that responds quickly and accurately to changes in the control signal, ensuring timely action and precise control of the actuator.

Flexible control:

Woodward 8200-177 supports a variety of control modes and algorithms that can be adjusted and optimized for different application needs to provide the best control results.

Protection and Monitoring:

The driver board has over current, over voltage, under voltage and other protection functions, which can monitor the running status of the actuator and take protective measures when abnormal conditions are found to prevent equipment damage.

Communication and integration:

The Woodward 8200-177 digital driver board is usually equipped with a communication interface that can communicate and integrate with other control system components to achieve data transmission and sharing.

Reliability and stability:

Using high-quality electronic components and advanced manufacturing processes, the drive board has excellent reliability and stability, and can operate stably in harsh working environments for long periods of time.

Application scenario

Woodward 8200-177 digital drive boards are widely used in control systems for gas turbines, steam turbines and other rotating equipment. It is used in conjunction with the Woodward 8200 Series controllers and other related equipment to form a complete control system for the precise control and management of a gas or steam turbine.