{"product_id":"8525-971-woodward-plc-control-module-ethernet-rs-485","title":"8525-971 Woodward PLC Control Module Ethernet RS-485","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Woodward 8525-971 serves as a high-performance control and monitoring core within the MicroNet™ series architecture. This module executes complex real-time control logic essential for the stable operation of turbines, compressors, and other critical rotating machinery. By managing multi-channel I\/O signals and maintaining high-speed communication with the rest of the system, the 8525-971 acts as the primary decision-making component in the control rack. We provide this unit as 100% Brand New and original equipment, ensuring mission-critical reliability for your industrial assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8525-971\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodward MicroNet™ Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-performance CPU for Real-time Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-channel Digital and Analog Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet, RS-232, RS-485\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 VDC Nominal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to +60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e–40°C to +85°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCE, UL, RoHS Compliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8525-971 module directly addresses the technical challenges of modern power generation and oil \u0026amp; gas operations through its deterministic processing and robust hardware design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic Logic Execution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe onboard high-performance CPU handles intensive control loops without jitter. This ensures that safety-critical parameters—such as overspeed protection or fuel regulation—execute within precise millisecond windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Interface Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module features multiple communication ports, including Ethernet and Serial interfaces. This allows the 8525-971 to push high-resolution data to SCADA systems while simultaneously pulling field data from distributed I\/O modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal and Vibration Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWoodward optimizes the internal circuitry to survive the heat-soaked environments common in turbine enclosures. The module maintains signal accuracy despite the constant mechanical harmonics generated by rotating equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Scalability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe compact modular enclosure slides directly into standard MicroNet™ racks. This facilitates rapid system expansion or hardware replacement, minimizing the downtime required for maintenance windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 8525-971 support both analog and digital I\/O signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8525-971 manages a wide array of digital and analog I\/O channels. Its specific capacity depends on your overall MicroNet™ rack configuration and the auxiliary modules installed alongside the CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 8525-971 compatible with legacy MicroNet™ hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8525-971 maintains high compatibility within the MicroNet™ family. However, always verify your current firmware version and backplane revision to ensure the 8525-971 synchronizes correctly with older existing modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the module handle power fluctuations?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module operates on a standard 24 VDC supply but includes internal filtration to reject common-mode noise and minor voltage transients typical in industrial power grids, protecting the CPU from corruption or resets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat communication protocols does the 8525-971 support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module utilizes standard industrial protocols over Ethernet and Serial (RS-232\/RS-485) ports, allowing it to interface with HMI panels, data loggers, and plant-wide Distributed Control Systems (DCS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Woodward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199127421018,"sku":"8525-971","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/191.1_4f1fedfd-1708-4c54-af24-5497716f0f5d.jpg?v=1775805311","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/8525-971-woodward-plc-control-module-ethernet-rs-485","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}