Configured for precise speed control and automatic load sharing in generator sets, the Woodward 9905-972 (9905-972 Digital Load Sharing and Speed Control Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 9905-972 |
| Brand | Woodward |
| Origin | United States |
| Weight | 2.5 kg (Shipping Weight: 1.30 lbs baseline package variant) |
| Dimensions | 300 mm x 200 mm x 80 mm |
| Operating Temp | -40 deg C to 70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Determined by 18-32 VDC input tracking |
| Power Supply Input | 18 to 32 VDC (Nominal 24 VDC engine battery compatible) |
| Speed Control Range | 1 to 20,000 Hz frequency input range |
| Analog Configuration | 6-channel analog input with 4-20 mA output |
| Feedback Interfaces | MPU (magnetic pickup), analog speed reference, discrete inputs |
| Actuator Command | Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) or analog actuator drive |
| Serial Protocol | RS-485 Modbus RTU interface |
| Enclosure Rating | Rugged metal housing, panel-mounted configuration |
The module functions as a core processing engine to execute digital speed regulation through a 1 to 20,000 Hz frequency signal fed directly from a magnetic pickup (MPU) sensor. The internal 2301D logic paths run discrete proportional, integral, and derivative (PID) algorithms to adjust for dynamic speed deviations, outputting either high-frequency PWM parameters or linear 4-20 mA current vectors to the throttle actuator.
This dedicated actuator loop feedback response architecture stabilizes prime movers against immediate kilowatt (kW) spikes. When running in multi-unit network grids, the module interacts with external Woodward DSLC units via dedicated analog channels, matching real-time load distribution profiles to preserve frequency synchronization across isolated or utility-tied generator buses.
Q: Does the 9905-972 support live hot-swap wire extraction while the generator fuel loop is active? A: No. Removing the terminal links or cutting the 18-32 VDC supply path under load will drop the actuator drive current instantly. This drops the governor throttle positioning loop, triggering an immediate uncommanded engine shutdown or overspeed trip.
Q: How does the unit process an sudden loss of the primary magnetic pickup speed reference? A: The module executes integrated sensor tracking validation. If the magnetic pickup frequency drops below the 1 Hz operational threshold while the run confirmation state is logic high, the module flags an MPU failure alarm and sets the actuator output current to zero to isolate the fuel feed.
Q: Can the 6-channel analog inputs on this module register multi-mode current and voltage signals? A: Yes. The 6-channel analog input matrix is configurable via the local interface or PC software tool, mapping various field sensors alongside standard 4-20 mA output lines to drive downstream governor sub-systems.
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