Woodward 5464-211 Integrating Act Driver Module

Product Overview

The Woodward 5464-211 is an Integrating Actuator Driver Module from the Woodward NetCon 5000 series. It serves as an interface between low-power control signals and high-power actuator drives, generating proportional actuator-driver signals for precise valve and fuel rack positioning in turbine and engine control systems. The module features microcontroller-based calibration and integrated fault detection with a FAULT LED for diagnostic visibility.

Key Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Integrating Actuator Driver Module
• Series: Woodward NetCon 5000 / 5464 Series
• Function: Generates proportional actuator-driver signals (0–25/200 mAdc)
• Interface: Dual-port memory VME-bus interface
• Calibration: Microcontroller-based
• Fault Detection: Integrated with FAULT LED indicator
• System Compatibility: NetCon 5000 series with triple modular redundancy (TMR)
• Mounting: NetCon chassis slot-mounted
• Origin: USA

Related Models

• 5464-210 — 2 Channel Actuator Driver Module
• 5464-211 — Integrating Act Driver Module
• 5464-212 — Integrating Act Driver Module
• 5464-213 — NetCon SIO Card (4 Channels)

Key Features

• Proportional Drive Signals: 0–25 mAdc or 0–200 mAdc output for actuator control
• VME-Bus Interface: Dual-port memory for high-speed communication with CPU
• Self-Calibration: Microcontroller-based calibration eliminates manual adjustment
• Fault Detection: Built-in diagnostics with visual FAULT LED
• TMR Compatible: Continues operation even when faults occur in redundant systems

Applications

• Gas and steam turbine fuel valve control
• Diesel engine fuel rack positioning
• Compressor inlet guide vane control
• Industrial actuator drive systems

Installation Guide

1. Install in NetCon 5000 chassis at designated slot
2. Connect VME-bus interface to CPU module
3. Wire actuator drive outputs to field actuators
4. Verify FAULT LED shows normal (off) status
5. Run calibration routine via Woodward configuration software

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between 5464-210 and 5464-211?
A: 5464-210 is a 2-channel actuator driver; 5464-211 is an integrating actuator driver with microcontroller-based calibration.

Q: What output current range does it provide?
A: 0–25 mAdc or 0–200 mAdc proportional signals.

Q: Is this module obsolete?
A: The MicroNet Integrating Actuator Driver family was subject to a Last Time Buy (LTB) opportunity. Verify current availability with your Woodward distributor.

Model Selection Tips

• 5464-211 = Integrating Actuator Driver with self-calibration
• For simple 2-channel drive, consider 5464-210
• For SIO (Serial I/O) functionality, consider 5464-213
• Verify VME-bus compatibility with your NetCon 5000 CPU