2301 Speed Control
2301 Speed Control
(RevisionE,10/2009)
2301ASpeedControl
Applications
The 2301A Speed Control controls the
speed or load of diesel or gas engines,
or steam or gas turbines.
The unit provides control in the
isochronous mode, with droop
available through an externally wired
potentiometer. The isochronous mode
is used for constant speed of the
controlled prime mover as long as it is
able to provide power to satisfy the
load.
The 2301A Speed Control is compatible with Woodward SPM-A synchronizers, load
sensors, and other power generation controls. These controls can be added to the
system at any time, using the auxiliary or SPM inputs to the 2301A Speed Control.
Failed speed
sensor detector
EU Directive
Compliant
2301A Speed Controls are also available with 420 mA speed-setting input (see
product specification 02301).
Two Set Speeds
The control has potentiometer-set Low Idle and Rated Speed settings which are
selected with a switch.
Description
The 2301A Speed Control is housed in a sheet-metal chassis and consists of a
single printed circuit board. All potentiometers are accessible from the front of the
chassis.
Speed range is set by an internal DIP switch inside the aluminum cover of the
control. Speeds are based on the frequency of a sensed gear (not necessarily
engine rpm).
Speed Trim
A speed trim potentiometer or digital reference unit may be connected to the control
to adjust prime-mover speed from a remote location.
Minimum Fuel
A switch may be wired to the control to call for minimum fuel to the prime mover.
This contact is used for normal shutdown.
Failed Signal Circuit
The 2301A Speed Control constantly monitors the signal from the magnetic pickup.
Should the signal be below a minimum threshold, the control sends a minimum-fuel
signal to the actuator. This circuit may be overridden while starting slow-cranking
engines.
SpecialFeatures
Start Fuel Limit
A special circuit in the control provides a limit to the maximum fuel setting while an engine is starting. This feature
helps limit exhaust smoke and engine damage.
Ramp Times
Acceleration time from low idle to rated speed may be adjusted from 1 to 22 seconds. The ramp time from rated to
idle is always less than 1 second, regardless of the setting of the ramp-time potentiometer.
Reset, Gain, Actuator Compensation
Three adjustments are available to permit accurate, responsive engine control. The GAIN control adjusts response
time to transient load changes. RESET adjusts the overshoot and undershoot which occurs in response to load
swings. ACTUATOR COMPENSATION sets dynamic response time within a 0 to 500 millisecond range to match the
time constant of the fuel system.
Power Supply
2301A Speed Controls accept either a high- or a low-voltage power source. The low-voltage model operates on 10 to
40 Vdc, and the high-voltage model operates on either 88 to 132 Vac or 90 to 150 Vdc.
Specifications
Speed Range
Speed Sensing
External Speed Trim
Signal to Actuator
Temperature Limits
Humidity Limits
Vibration and Shock
Steady State Speed Band
Auxiliary Input
DeclarationofIncorporation
In accordance with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and its amendments, this controlling device, manufactured by
Woodward, is applied solely as a component to be incorporated into an engine prime mover system. Woodward
declares that this controlling device complies with the requirements of EN50081-2 and EN50082-2 when put into
service per the installation and operating instructions outlined in the product manual.
NOTICE: This controlling device is intended to be put into service only upon incorporation into an engine prime
mover system that itself has met the requirements of the above Directive and bears the CE mark.