8440‑1843 | Woodward easYgen-3000 PLC Module for Gensets

Product Description

The Woodward 8440‑1843 is a high-performance easYgen-3000 series genset controller, designed for precise management of diesel and gas generator sets. This microprocessor-based controller integrates automatic start/stop sequencing, load sharing, breaker control, and bus synchronization into a compact, industrial-grade device.

It is widely deployed in industrial plants, hospitals, marine power stations, data centers, and utility systems, ensuring continuous uptime and reliable parallel operation. Moreover, the 8440‑1843 provides flexible communication interfaces, including Modbus RTU/TCP, CAN, and Ethernet, allowing seamless integration with SCADA, PLC, and EMS supervisory systems.

The controller also features built-in event logging and diagnostic capabilities, enabling efficient troubleshooting, predictive maintenance, and system optimization. Therefore, it is ideal for mission-critical applications that demand both reliability and high operational performance.

Technical Specifications

• Product type: easYgen-3000 genset controller

• Manufacturer: Woodward

• Model number: 8440‑1843

• Function: Automatic generator control, synchronization, load sharing, and protection

• Power supply: 18–32 VDC

• Inputs: Voltage, current, frequency, engine speed, digital/analog inputs

• Outputs: Relay outputs for breaker control, alarms, trips

• Control functions: Start/stop sequencing, load sharing, bus synchronization, breaker management

• Communication: Modbus RTU/TCP, CAN, Ethernet

• Operating temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C

• Mounting: Panel mount

• Dimensions:282 × 359 × 135 mm

• Protection functions: Over/under-voltage, over/under-frequency, overload, short circuit, engine safety alarms

• Event logging: Built-in event recorder and trend analysis

• Applications: Diesel/gas generator sets, industrial plants, hospitals, marine power, data centers

FAQ

Q1: What is the primary function of the 8440‑1843?
A1: It provides automatic control, synchronization, load sharing, and protection for gensets.

Q2: Which communication protocols does it support?
A2: Modbus RTU/TCP, CAN, and Ethernet for seamless system integration.

Q3: Can it operate in harsh industrial environments?
A3: Yes, it works reliably between –20 °C and +70 °C and is panel-mountable.

Q4: What inputs and outputs does the module provide?
A4: It offers voltage, current, frequency, engine speed inputs, and relay outputs for alarms, trips, and breaker control.

Q5: Where is this controller commonly used?
A5: Industrial plants, hospitals, marine power stations, data centers, and utility systems.