Woodward 8200-314 Digital Driver Board

Product Overview

The Woodward 8200-314 is a Digital Driver Board designed for control systems in turbine and generator applications. It provides precise drive capability for actuators, ensuring stable control performance under varying load and environmental conditions. The 8200-314 features built-in diagnostics that reduce troubleshooting time and support predictive maintenance, making it a critical component for mission-critical systems where downtime is unacceptable.

Key Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Digital Driver Board
• Series: Woodward 8200 Series
• Function: Actuator drive and control
• Drive Capability: Precise actuator positioning for fuel/steam valves
• Diagnostics: Built-in fault detection and predictive maintenance support
• Environmental Tolerance: Vibration, electrical noise, and temperature extremes
• Compatibility: Woodward digital controllers, governors, and actuator platforms
• Mounting: Control chassis or panel-mounted
• Origin: USA

Key Features

• Precise Actuator Drive: Accurate positioning of fuel and steam valve actuators
• Stable Control Performance: Maintains regulation under varying load and environmental conditions
• Built-in Diagnostics: Reduces troubleshooting time and enables predictive maintenance
• Rugged Design: Tolerates vibration, electrical noise, and temperature extremes
• Full Compatibility: Integrates with Woodward digital controllers, governors, and actuators

Applications

• Turbine control — drives fuel/steam valve actuators for stable speed, frequency, and load regulation
• Generator systems — supports accurate actuator motion for speed and frequency management
• Oil & gas — compressor stations and critical rotating equipment requiring reliable actuator drive
• Marine systems — ensures stable propulsion and generator control under dynamic load conditions

Installation Guide

1. Install in control chassis with proper grounding
2. Connect actuator drive output cables
3. Wire feedback signals from actuator position sensors
4. Connect diagnostic communication to Woodward controller
5. Verify drive signal accuracy and actuator response

FAQ

Q: What actuators does 8200-314 drive?
A: Fuel valves, steam valves, and other proportional actuators in turbine and engine control systems.

Q: Does it support predictive maintenance?
A: Yes, built-in diagnostics enable condition monitoring and predictive maintenance strategies.

Q: What environmental conditions can it withstand?
A: It is designed for industrial environments with vibration, electrical noise, and temperature extremes.

Model Selection Tips

• 8200-314 is a digital driver board for actuator control
• Verify actuator type (proportional, integrating) matches driver capabilities
• Confirm compatibility with your Woodward controller/governor model
• For complete governor systems, pair with 8200-1302 (505) or 8200-226