Woodward 8406-116 Central Control Module

Product Overview
The Woodward 8406-116 Central Control Module is a high-performance industrial controller designed to serve as the core processing and coordination unit within complex automation, power generation, and engine control systems. This module provides centralized logic processing, advanced communication interfaces, and seamless integration with distributed field devices, ensuring reliable, real-time system control in demanding industrial environments.

Built for durability, the 8406-116 is engineered with industrial-grade components and designed to operate continuously in harsh conditions, making it an ideal solution for mission-critical applications such as turbine control, generator management, and plant automation.

Key Features and Advantages

• Powerful Centralized Control: Acts as the main processing hub for large-scale control systems, coordinating inputs, outputs, and subsystems.

• Advanced Communication Capabilities: Supports standard industrial protocols including Ethernet, Modbus, and CAN, ensuring smooth data exchange with field equipment.

• High Processing Speed: Delivers fast logic execution for precise real-time system responses.

• Robust Construction: Industrial-grade design offers long-term reliability in challenging environments such as power plants, marine vessels, and process facilities.

• Flexible Integration: Compatible with Woodward control networks, distributed I/O modules, and third-party automation systems.

• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Ensures stable performance from -40°C to +70°C.

• Diagnostic Features: Built-in LED status indicators and fault monitoring simplify maintenance and system troubleshooting.

• Compact Footprint: Space-efficient design enables installation in control cabinets with limited space.

• Compliance: Meets CE, UL, and other international safety and quality standards.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Centralized control in power generation plants (turbines, generators, compressors)

• Industrial automation in manufacturing, chemical, and petrochemical facilities

• Marine propulsion and onboard automation systems

• Oil and gas production platform control

• Building automation for critical infrastructure

• Integration of distributed control architectures in complex machinery

• Backup and redundant control system architecture for safety-critical environments

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary function of the 8406-116 module?
   It serves as the central processing unit for coordinating industrial control systems.

2. What communication protocols are supported?
   The module supports Ethernet, Modbus RTU/TCP, and CAN Bus communications.

3. What is the operating voltage requirement?
   The module operates on a 24 VDC nominal power supply.

4. Can the module operate in harsh environments?
   Yes, it is designed to perform in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C and industrial conditions.

5. Does the module support integration with Woodward systems?
   Absolutely, it integrates seamlessly with Woodward distributed I/O and control networks.

6. What diagnostic features are included?
   The module has LED indicators for status monitoring and built-in fault diagnostics.

7. What are the physical dimensions?
   The module measures 300  x 250  x 100 mm.

8. What is the weight of the unit?
   The 8406-116 weighs approximately 1.5 kg.

9. Is it compliant with international standards?
   Yes, it meets CE, UL, and RoHS certification requirements.

10. Where is the module manufactured?
    The product is manufactured in the United States to high-quality standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary function of the 8406-116 module?
   It serves as the central processing unit for coordinating industrial control systems.

2. What communication protocols are supported?
   The module supports Ethernet, Modbus RTU/TCP, and CAN Bus communications.

3. What is the operating voltage requirement?
   The module operates on a 24 VDC nominal power supply.

4. Can the module operate in harsh environments?
   Yes, it is designed to perform in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C and industrial conditions.

5. Does the module support integration with Woodward systems?
   Absolutely, it integrates seamlessly with Woodward distributed I/O and control networks.

6. What diagnostic features are included?
   The module has LED indicators for status monitoring and built-in fault diagnostics.

7. What are the physical dimensions?
   The module measures 300  x 250  x 100 mm.

8. What is the weight of the unit?
   The 8406-116 weighs approximately 1.5 kg.

9. Is it compliant with international standards?
   Yes, it meets CE, UL, and RoHS certification requirements.

10. Where is the module manufactured?
    The product is manufactured in the United States to high-quality standards.

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