Woodward 8440-1816 Control Module

Woodward 8440-1816 Control Module (easYgen-3000 Series)

 

 

The Woodward 8440-1816 is a genset (generator set) control module from the easYgen-3000 series, used for generator automation, synchronization, and power management in industrial and power generation systems.

It is not a PLC, but a dedicated generator controller that manages engine start/stop, breaker control, and grid synchronization.

Key Specifications

• Model: 8440-1816
• Brand: Woodward
• Series: easYgen-3000
• Product Type: Generator Set Control Module
• Supply Voltage:
  • 12/24 V DC (wide range ~8–40 V DC)
• Function:
  • Engine start/stop control
  • Generator protection monitoring
  • Load sharing & synchronization
  • Circuit breaker (GCB/MCB) control
• Communication:
  • Modbus (RTU/TCP depending configuration)
  • CAN bus (for multi-gen systems)
• System Compatibility:
  • Single generator or multi-generator parallel operation

Core Functions

The 8440-1816 manages the full operation of a generator set:

1. Engine Control

• Automatic start / stop
• Idle / warm-up / cool-down control
• Fault shutdown protection

2. Generator Protection

• Over/under voltage
• Over/under frequency
• Overcurrent monitoring
• Reverse power protection (system dependent)

3. Synchronization

• Matches voltage, frequency, and phase
• Synchronizes generator with busbar before breaker closing

4. Load Management

• Load sharing between multiple generators
• Peak shaving / base load control
• Import/export control with grid