Woodward 8440-1836B Genset Controller

Overview

The Woodward 8440-1836B is a high-performance genset controller from the easYgen-3500XT family. It manages advanced paralleling, load sharing, and protection of diesel and gas generators. The controller supports complex power management, including islanded and utility-parallel modes. It suits critical infrastructure, data centers, and industrial power plants. The unit features flexible I/O, multiple communication protocols, and redundant CAN bus support. These features make it a scalable solution for controlling multiple generators in a network.

Technical Specifications

• Model: 8440-1836B (easYgen-3500XT-P1)

• Power Supply: 8–40 VDC

• Frequency Range: 40–85 Hz

• Voltage Measurement: 100–480 Vac (L-N), 3-phase

• Operating Temperature: –40°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature: –40°C to +85°C

• Display: 5.7" color TFT, high-contrast

• I/O: 16 configurable discrete inputs, 11 configurable outputs, 4 analog inputs

• Communication Interfaces: 3 × CAN bus, Ethernet, RS-485 (Modbus RTU/TCP), USB

• Redundancy: Dual CAN bus for high availability

• Data Logging: Event recorder and trend storage

• Remote Access: Web interface and remote firmware updates

• Mounting: Panel-mounted (flush or surface)

• Dimensions: 282 × 217 × 96 mm (W × H × D)

• Weight: 5.4 lbs