{"product_id":"9905-377-woodward-2301a-load-sharing-speed-control","title":"9905-377 | Woodward 2301A LOAD SHARING SPEED CONTROL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9905-377 Woodward 2301A Load Sharing Speed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a robust electronic governor controller designed for precise engine speed regulation and reliable load sharing in generator and industrial engine applications. This controller is widely used in power generation systems where stable frequency control and synchronized load distribution are critical for operational efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoodward\u003c\/strong\u003e, a globally recognized leader in turbine and engine control technologies, the 2301A controller delivers dependable performance in demanding industrial environments. Moreover, the unit integrates advanced analog control circuitry that enables accurate speed sensing and responsive governor control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, the 9905-377 controller is commonly selected for diesel or gas engines used in generator sets, marine propulsion systems, and mechanical drive applications. Its durable design and proven control architecture ensure long-term reliability and stable system performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWoodward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9905-377\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2301A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad Sharing Speed Control Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronic governor for engine speed control and generator load sharing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsochronous control and droop speed control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiesel and gas engine generator sets operating in parallel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–32 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically \u0026lt; 15 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed Sensor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnetic pickup (MPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed Signal Frequency Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1000 – 9000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed Control Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.25% of rated speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteady-State Regulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsochronous mode: ±0.25%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDroop Adjustment Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically 0–5% adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad Sharing Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParallel generator load sharing with other 2301A controllers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActuator Output Signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProportional actuator drive signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Actuators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWoodward proportional actuators (e.g., EG-3P, EGB series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed Setpoint Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal potentiometer or external reference input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Speed Trim Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdle Speed Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable via control settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcceleration Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable ramp rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain and stability tuning available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad Gain Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable load sharing gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for rapid load response and stable recovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStart Fuel Limiting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable start fuel limit for safe engine startup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverspeed Protection Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with external overspeed protection systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal filtering for noise rejection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel or cabinet mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial-grade metal enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural convection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-55°C to +105°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for industrial engine environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal block wiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (Approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e241 × 165 × 64 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (Approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 – 2.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification \/ Standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned to meet industrial engine control requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Installation Environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower plants, marine engine rooms, generator control panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is the main function of the Woodward 2301A controller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2301A controller regulates engine speed and manages load sharing between multiple generators operating in parallel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can the 9905-377 controller support both droop and isochronous modes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The controller supports both operating modes depending on system configuration and generator synchronization requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What type of speed signal does the controller use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe controller typically receives speed feedback from a magnetic pickup sensor installed near the engine flywheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Is this controller compatible with diesel and gas engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Woodward 2301A controller works with many diesel or gas engines used in industrial generator applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Is the module suitable for continuous industrial operation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The controller is designed for reliable long-term operation in power plants, marine systems, and industrial facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall within Woodward control racks or cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect directly to magnetic pickup sensors near turbine or engine shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse proper wiring and shielding to prevent electrical noise interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration and verification of MPU signals may be required during commissioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Woodward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43024068902979,"sku":"9905-377","price":234.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/5810\/3107\/files\/9905-377Woodward2301ALOADSHARINGSPEEDCONTROL_2.jpg?v=1772763493","url":"https:\/\/www.plcdcspro.com\/th\/products\/9905-377-woodward-2301a-load-sharing-speed-control","provider":"PLC DCS Pro Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}