Woodward 8406-113 EGCP-3 Engine Generator Control Module

Product Type: Engine Generator Control Package
Model: EGCP-3 LS
Part Number: 8406-113
Manufacturer: Woodward
Function: Load Sharing & Generator Control

The Woodward 8406-113 is the EGCP-3 Load Sharing (LS) Control Package, a microprocessor-based controller designed for engine-generator sets. It integrates engine, generator, power-system, switchgear, monitoring, protection, synchronization and load-sharing functions into one control platform.

Technical Specifications

Specifications are based on Woodward's EGCP-3 documentation.

Advantages & Features

• Integrated Generator Control: Combines engine, generator and power-system control functions.
• Load Sharing: Supports coordinated operation of multiple generator sets.
• Synchronization: Provides generator synchronization and control functions.
• Comprehensive I/O: Includes 16 discrete inputs, 12 discrete outputs, analog I/O and configurable bias outputs.
• Multiple Communication Interfaces: Supports RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 communication.
• Local Display & Keypad: Enables local configuration, monitoring, status display and alarm review.
• Built-In Diagnostics: Helps monitor system status and identify operating problems.
• Flexible Control Modes: Supports operating modes such as isochronous, droop and base-load control.
• Industrial Design: Designed for continuous operation in demanding power-generation environments.

Typical Applications

• Diesel generator sets
• Gas engine generator sets
• Stand-alone power generation
• Prime-power systems
• Peak-shaving systems
• Utility-paralleled generation
• Multiple-generator load sharing
• Power plant auxiliary generation
• Industrial backup power systems
• Generator synchronization and protection