Woodward TUG-416 8441-1013 Turbine Control Unit | 24 VDC Gas Governor

Woodward TUG-416 8441-1013 Turbine Control Unit Overview

The Woodward TUG-416 8441-1013 represents a precision-engineered turbine control unit designed for demanding gas turbine governor applications. Operating on 24 VDC power, this control unit delivers reliable speed regulation and load management across industrial power generation, mechanical drive systems, and critical infrastructure installations.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: 8441-1013
• Series: TUG-416 Turbine Control Platform
• Power Supply: 24 VDC nominal
• Control Type: Gas turbine governor with integrated speed control
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C ambient
• Protection Rating: Industrial-grade environmental sealing
• Communication: Analog and digital I/O interfaces
• Mounting: Panel or DIN rail compatible

Key Applications & Use Cases

Power Generation Facilities: Ensures stable frequency control and load sharing in gas turbine generator sets, maintaining grid synchronization and preventing overspeed conditions during load rejection events.

Mechanical Drive Systems: Provides precise speed regulation for compressor drives, pump applications, and industrial process equipment requiring constant-speed operation under varying load conditions.

Cogeneration Plants: Coordinates turbine operation with heat recovery systems, optimizing fuel efficiency while maintaining electrical output stability across combined heat and power installations.

Advanced Control Solutions

The TUG-416 platform integrates proportional-integral-derivative (PID) control algorithms with adaptive gain scheduling, enabling rapid response to load transients while minimizing overshoot. Built-in droop compensation facilitates parallel operation of multiple turbine units, while configurable acceleration and deceleration ramps protect mechanical components from thermal and mechanical stress.

Diagnostic capabilities include real-time monitoring of actuator position, fuel valve feedback, and system health parameters. Fault detection logic automatically initiates protective shutdown sequences when operating limits are exceeded, safeguarding turbine integrity and personnel safety.

Common Questions & Answers

Q: Is the TUG-416 compatible with existing Woodward actuator systems?
A: Yes, the 8441-1013 interfaces directly with Woodward EG-series actuators and proportional fuel valves through standardized current loop outputs (4-20 mA) and position feedback inputs.

Q: Can this unit control both speed and temperature parameters?
A: The primary function is speed governing; however, auxiliary inputs allow integration with temperature monitoring systems for comprehensive turbine protection and exhaust temperature limiting.

Q: What configuration tools are required for commissioning?
A: Woodward's GAP software suite provides parameter configuration, calibration utilities, and real-time tuning capabilities via RS-232 or RS-485 communication interfaces.

Q: Does the unit support redundant control architectures?
A: The TUG-416 can be deployed in dual-redundant configurations with automatic failover logic, ensuring continuous operation in mission-critical applications.

Warranty & Support

Every Woodward TUG-416 8441-1013 includes a comprehensive 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects and component failures under normal operating conditions. Our technical support team provides application engineering assistance, troubleshooting guidance, and replacement part identification throughout the product lifecycle.

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