{"product_id":"woodward-5500-577-micronet-control-transceiver-interface","title":"Woodward 5500-577 MicroNet Control Transceiver Interface","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5500-577\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-performance Transceiver Interface and central processing unit for the MicroNet Digital Control System. This module executes complex control logic, manages system diagnostics, and facilitates high-speed communication between the MicroNet rack and field devices. Specifically engineered for mission-critical turbine and engine applications, the 5500-577 ensures deterministic performance in both simplex and redundant configurations. It serves as the primary gateway for data exchange across Ethernet, CAN bus, and serial protocols, maintaining precise synchronization within the control architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis product is 100% New Original, factory-sealed in original Woodward packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5500-577 integrates robust processing power with versatile connectivity to handle real-time industrial workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\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\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodward\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\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\u003e5500-577\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 embedded CPU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet (10\/100 Base-T), CAN bus, RS-232, RS-485\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimplex or Redundant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterfaces with Analog, Discrete, TC, and RTD cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Power\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\u003e-40°C to +70°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-55°C to +85°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19.1 cm \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\times$\u003c\/span\u003e 2.5 cm \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\times$\u003c\/span\u003e 23.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.3 kg (Card only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\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\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Redundancy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 5500-577 supports dual-CPU redundant modes. In the event of a primary processor fault, the system executes a bumpless transfer to the backup unit, preventing costly turbine trips or process interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic Real-Time Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe embedded CPU architecture prioritizes time-critical control loops. This ensures that speed, load, and combustion logic execute with sub-millisecond consistency, a requirement for high-speed gas and steam turbines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Protocol Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy integrating Ethernet, CAN, and Serial interfaces on a single board, this module eliminates the need for separate communication bridges. It streamlines the connection between the MicroNet system and external HMIs, SCADA, or Distributed Control Systems (DCS).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuggedized for Harsh Environments:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWoodward builds this module to withstand extreme industrial conditions. With a functional operating range down to -40°C, the 5500-577 performs reliably in unconditioned enclosures and remote pipeline stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid System Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFront-panel LED indicators provide instantaneous feedback on CPU health (RUN\/FAULT) and network activity. This allows maintenance teams to identify and resolve communication bottlenecks or hardware issues without specialized external tools.\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\u003eCan I replace an older MicroNet CPU with the 5500-577?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5500-577 is a standard component of the MicroNet platform. While it maintains backward compatibility with many MicroNet I\/O modules, you must verify your current software application (GAP) version and chassis keying to ensure a successful migration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the standard procedure for installing the module in a redundant rack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the chassis power is off or follow \"hot-swap\" protocols if your specific MicroNet version supports it. Once seated, the module automatically negotiates its role (Primary or Standby) with the peer CPU via the VME backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module require periodic calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. As a digital processing and transceiver interface, the 5500-577 does not require analog calibration. However, we recommend periodic inspection of the communication ports and cleaning of the gold-plated backplane connectors to maintain signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 5500-577 handle data retention during power loss?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module utilizes onboard Flash memory for program storage and non-volatile RAM for critical data retention. 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