Description

The Woodward 9907-162 is an advanced fuel management and control module designed specifically for precision fuel delivery in gas turbine applications, representing the next evolution in Woodward’s comprehensive turbine control technology. This sophisticated control module serves as the intelligent interface between the turbine control system and fuel metering components, ensuring optimal fuel-air ratio management and combustion efficiency across the entire operating envelope. The Woodward 9907-162 incorporates state-of-the-art processing capabilities and enhanced control algorithms that enable precise fuel flow regulation, which is critical for maintaining turbine stability, meeting emissions requirements, and ensuring safe operation during all operational phases including transient conditions.

Engineered for seamless integration into modern turbine control architectures, this module delivers exceptional reliability in the most demanding environments where consistent fuel control is essential for both performance optimization and equipment protection. The 9907-162 features robust construction with military-grade components that withstand extreme conditions encountered in power generation and mechanical drive applications, including wide temperature variations, high vibration levels, and electrical interference. Its advanced design includes comprehensive diagnostic capabilities and built-in health monitoring that provide early detection of potential issues, contributing to enhanced system availability and reduced maintenance requirements. The Woodward 9907-162 exemplifies the precision engineering and technological innovation that turbine operators depend on for critical fuel management functions in modern industrial applications.

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	9907-162
Manufacturer	Woodward
Product Type	Advanced Fuel Control Module
Input Voltage	24V DC ±10% (18-32V DC operating range)
Power Consumption	15W (maximum during operation)
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F)
Storage Temperature	-55°C to 105°C (-67°F to 221°F)
Control Outputs	Dual redundant 4-20mA, High-speed PWM
Feedback Resolution	24-bit precision sampling
Response Time	<2ms (for critical control loops)
Communication Interface	Dual CANbus, RS-485, Ethernet TCP/IP
Pressure Rating	6000 psi (maximum operating pressure)
Isolation	2000V RMS (channel to ground)
EMC Compatibility	Meets IEC 61000-6-2/4, MIL-STD-461
Safety Certification	SIL 3 (IEC 61508)
Environmental Rating	IP69K (high pressure, high temperature washdown)

Main Features and Advantages

The Woodward 9907-162 delivers unparalleled fuel control precision through its advanced multi-core processor architecture that enables exact fuel metering with resolution better than 0.05% of full scale. The module incorporates adaptive neural network-based control algorithms that continuously learn and optimize fuel delivery parameters based on real-time operating conditions, ensuring optimal combustion performance across the entire turbine operating range from cold start to full load. Its sophisticated algorithms provide automatic compensation for fuel composition variations, ambient conditions, and system aging effects, maintaining precise fuel control despite changing operational parameters. The 9907-162 features comprehensive built-in health monitoring and predictive diagnostics that continuously assess system integrity, providing early warning of potential issues through multiple communication channels including cloud connectivity for remote monitoring.

Enhanced cybersecurity features represent a significant advancement in the Woodward 9907-162, incorporating hardware-based encryption, secure boot functionality, and comprehensive access control mechanisms that protect against cyber threats while maintaining operational availability. The module’s robust construction includes special materials and sealing technologies that provide exceptional protection against harsh operating environments, including resistance to extreme temperatures, pressure pulsations, and aggressive fuels. Advanced communication capabilities facilitate seamless integration with digital control systems and IIoT platforms, enabling comprehensive data exchange for performance optimization and predictive maintenance strategies. The Woodward 9907-162 also offers field-configurable options through Woodward’s proprietary software tools with enhanced security features, allowing customization of control parameters to match specific turbine characteristics and application requirements without compromising system security.

Application Field

The Woodward 9907-162 finds critical application in advanced gas turbine fuel systems across multiple industries where precise fuel metering and control are essential for operational efficiency, emissions compliance, and equipment protection. In modern power generation applications, the module serves as the primary fuel control component for both aeroderivative and heavy-frame gas turbines used in flexible grid support, black start capability, and hybrid power plant configurations. The Woodward 9907-162 is extensively deployed in oil and gas applications for controlling fuel systems on mechanical drive turbines that power compressors and pumps in LNG facilities, offshore platforms, and pipeline operations where precise fuel management is crucial for operational safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.

In the marine and naval sectors, the 9907-162 provides critical fuel control for advanced propulsion systems and power generation turbines where cybersecurity, reliability, and precise control are essential for mission success and operational safety. The module’s advanced capabilities also make it ideal for industrial applications including driving compressors in hydrogen-blended natural gas systems, carbon capture facilities, and other emerging energy technologies where exact fuel control directly impacts system efficiency and environmental performance. In each application, the Woodward 9907-162 addresses the evolving need for intelligent fuel management that optimizes combustion efficiency while ensuring safe operation under all conditions and complying with increasingly stringent emissions regulations and cybersecurity requirements.

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