
Product Description
Woodward 8440-1831 LS-5 Circuit Breaker Control
Product Overview
- The Woodward 8440-1831 is an LS-5 Circuit Breaker Control and Protection Module designed for managing and protecting circuit breakers in generator and utility systems, commonly used in power generation, marine, and industrial applications. Part of Woodward__ LS-5 (Load Sharing and Synchronizing) series, this microprocessor-based module provides synchronization, load sharing
Technical Specifications
- The 8440-1831 has the following specifications based on industry sources and Woodward documentation:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model/Part Number | 8440-1831 |
| Manufacturer | Woodward |
| Description | LS-5 Circuit Breaker Control and Protection Module |
| Series | LS-5 |
| Function | Controls circuit breakers, synchronizes generators, and provides protection functions |
| Processor | Microprocessor-based (specific architecture not publicly detailed) |
| Memory | Flash: 4_8 MB (for firmware and configuration) RAM: 2_4 MB (for runtime data) |
| Display | LED indicators for status, breaker state, and faults; no onboard display |
| Inputs | 3 voltage inputs (generator, 100_480 VAC, 50/60 Hz) 3 voltage inputs (bus/utility, 100_480 VAC, 50/60 Hz) 3 current inputs (1 A or 5 A, via CTs, 0.05_10 A range) 4 discrete inputs (24 VDC, for breaker feedback or control signals) |
| Outputs | 3 relay outputs (dry contact, up to 250 VAC/5 A, for breaker close/open, alarm) 1 analog output (optional, 4_20 mA, for monitoring) |
| Communication Interfaces | 2 CANbus ports (for communication with EasyGen or other LS-5 units) 1 serial port (RS-485, Modbus RTU, optional) |
| Synchronization Parameters | Phase angle: ±1° accuracy Voltage matching: ±1% accuracy Frequency matching: ±0.1 Hz accuracy |
| Protection Functions | Overcurrent, reverse power, over/under voltage, over/under frequency, phase imbalance |
| Trip Accuracy | ±5% for current, ±2% for voltage/frequency |
| Response Time | <100 ms (for synchronization and protection actions) |
| Redundancy | Non-redundant (system-level redundancy possible with multiple units) |
| Diagnostics | Fault detection, event logging (up to 100 events), status LEDs, remote monitoring via CANbus/Modbus |
| Compatibility | Woodward EasyGen controllers (e.g., EasyGen-3200-5, 8440-2050E), other LS-5 units, circuit breakers, and third-party devices via Modbus; integrates with SCADA/DCS systems |
| Power Supply | 12_36 VDC (24 VDC nominal) |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 5_10 W |
| Environmental Specifications | Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F) Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C (-22°F to +176°F) Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing Vibration: IEC 60068-2-6 compliant Shock: IEC 60068-2-27 compliant |
| Enclosure | IP54 (front panel, when properly mounted); IP20 (rear) |
| Dimensions | Approx. 144 mm (H) x 144 mm (W) x 75 mm (D) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.8_1.2 kg |
| Mounting | Panel-mounted (cutout dimensions per manual) |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA, marine certifications (e.g., DNV, ABS, Lloyd__ Register); ATEX/IECEx Zone 2 (configuration-dependent) |
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