Woodward 1680-2028 35

Description

Product Overview

The Woodward 1680-2028 35 is a high-performance industrial control module designed for precision monitoring and regulation in critical power generation and turbine control applications. As part of Woodward’s renowned 1680 series of digital control systems, this module serves as a specialized I/O or processing unit within comprehensive turbine management architectures. The 1680-2028 35 combines rugged hardware with advanced control algorithms to deliver reliable operation in demanding environments where power quality and equipment protection are paramount. Its modular design allows for flexible integration into both new installations and legacy system upgrades, providing enhanced monitoring capabilities for speed, temperature, pressure, and other critical process variables. Engineered for 24/7 operation, the Woodward 1680-2028 35 meets stringent industry standards for power plant controls, offering deterministic response times and redundant communication paths to ensure uninterrupted operation of gas turbines, steam turbines, or reciprocating engines in mission-critical applications.

Technical Specifications

Woodward 1680-2028 35

Main Features and Advantages

Advanced control capabilities: The Woodward 1680-2028 35 executes complex control strategies with 1ms loop times, featuring built-in PID controllers with adaptive tuning and anti-windup protection. Its deterministic architecture ensures consistent performance during transient conditions.

Robust connectivity: Dual-redundant Ethernet ports with Woodward’s proprietary protocol ensure fault-tolerant communication, while standard interfaces (RS-485, CANopen) enable integration with third-party systems. The module supports simultaneous communication with up to 3 control networks.

Engineering flexibility: Hot-swappable design allows for module replacement without system shutdown. The 1680-2028 35 features Woodward’s universal I/O architecture, where any point can be software-configured as analog input/output or digital input/output as needed.

Application Field

The Woodward 1680-2028 35 is deployed in critical power generation and industrial drive applications:

Gas Turbine Control: Speed/load regulation and temperature monitoring in combined cycle plants

Steam Turbine Management: Governing and protection for industrial steam systems

Reciprocating Engine Control: Timing and knock detection for large diesel/gas engines

Compressor Stations: Anti-surge control in pipeline applications

Marine Propulsion: Integrated control for shipboard power and propulsion systems

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2301A: Woodward’s standalone speed controller

ProAct™ 4.0: Advanced turbine control software

EGB-1P: Emergency backup governor

Installation and Maintenance

Pre-installation preparation: Verify rack compatibility and cooling capacity in control cabinet. Allocate IP addresses for Ethernet interfaces and configure redundancy parameters before power-up. Ensure proper grounding (<1Ω) to prevent communication noise.

Maintenance recommendations: Perform annual calibration of connected sensors through the module’s software interface. Monitor heat sink temperatures via diagnostic software, with forced-air cooling recommended for ambient temperatures above 60°C. Replace backup battery every 5 years to maintain real-time clock and non-volatile memory.

Product Guarantee

Woodward provides a 36-month warranty for the 1680-2028 35, covering materials and workmanship. Each module undergoes 168-hour burn-in testing with full functional validation. Global technical support includes 24/7 emergency response for critical power applications, with firmware updates available for the product’s entire service life. Calibration certifications are traceable to NIST standards.