About the 8280-418
Woodward Governor’s 8280-418 is a Single Engine Propulsion Device that controls and manages reciprocating engines; gas, diesel, or dual fuel. This specific version of the series is used for marine propulsion, and has a DNV (Det Norske Veritas) certification for marine applications. It meets Temperature Class B, Humidity Class A, Vibration Class B, EMC Class A, and Enclosure Class B DNV standards. The state-of-the-art application software ensures that the device can function as fast as possible after purchase. The Watch Window or Control View PC Interface provide a comprehensive, holistic method by which to setup, program, and troubleshoot the 8280-418 device.
This particular device is a low speed, low voltage version of the series. Users searching for a higher speed version of the series should consider the 8280-419 single engine unit, or the dual engine 8280-423. The 8280-418 Digital Control unit provides two different serial interfaces that allow of RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 communications. It can also communicate using the LON (local operating network), which enables digital communications.
Lastly, the 8280-418 device includes self-diagnostics that can evaluate the integrity of the unit. Memory, processors, and power supply can all be assessed by the device in order to reduce time spent troubleshooting and contemplating maintenance schedules.