
Product Description
Woodward GS6 Gas Valve
- Manufacturer: Woodward
- Model/Part Number: GS6
- Description: Gas Shutoff and Metering Valve, Integrated Actuator and SonicFlow Nozzle, for Small Aeroderivative and Industrial Gas Turbines
Overview
- The Woodward GS6 is a gas shutoff and metering valve designed for precise fuel control in small aeroderivative and industrial gas turbines. It integrates a high-speed actuator with a SonicFlow nozzle, offering robust and accurate gas fuel delivery for power generation, mechanical drive, and marine applications. The valve is optimized for low-power, high-efficiency turbine systems.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | GS6 |
| Series | GS (Gas Valve) |
| Type | Gas Shutoff and Metering Valve |
| Actuator | Integrated, brushless DC motor, high-speed |
| Control Signal | 4_20 mA or CANopen (digital interface) |
| Flow Technology | SonicFlow nozzle (choked flow for precise metering) |
| Fuel Type | Natural gas, other gaseous fuels (consult Woodward for compatibility) |
| Pressure Range | Up to 50 bar (725 psi) inlet pressure |
| Flow Capacity | Up to 6 kg/s (13.2 lb/s, model-dependent) |
| Response Time | < 20 ms (full stroke) |
| Accuracy | ±1% of full scale flow |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC nominal (18_32 VDC) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -55°C to +105°C (-67°F to +221°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Vibration | 5 G, 10_2000 Hz |
| Shock | 50 G, 11 ms half-sine |
| Protection Rating | IP67 (sealed for dust and water immersion) |
| Materials | Aluminum housing, stainless steel internals |
| Dimensions | Approximately 200 mm x 150 mm x 100 mm (7.87 in x 5.91 in x 3.94 in) |
| Weight | Approximately 4 kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Mounting | Flange-mounted |
| Certifications | CE, ATEX/IECEx (Zone 2, optional), UL/cUL |
| System Compatibility | Woodward MicroNet, 505E/XT controllers, small gas turbines (e.g., aeroderivative turbines) |
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