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WOODWARD PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 digital steam turbine controller

The Woodward PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 is a digital steam turbine controller built on the proven Woodward 505 platform. It is tailored for small single valve or single valve-rack turbine applications and integrates a full-color graphical operator control panel for intuitive use. Bulkhead and panel mount configurations offer flexibility in different installation environments.

Description

Real-World Use & Application Scenarios

The Woodward PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 is specifically designed for controlling small industrial steam turbines and turbo-expanders that drive compressors, pumps, or industrial fans, making it an ideal solution in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems in large-scale industrial facilities. The module is widely used in sectors such as power plants, petrochemical industries, and manufacturing plants where precise turbine speed and load control are essential for energy efficiency and operational safety.

PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501
PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501

This controller addresses critical challenges in managing turbine operations, including start/stop sequences, load sharing, overspeed protection, and pressure control of inlet or exhaust headers. Its robust design and adaptive PID control algorithms ensure steady-state stability and fast transient response, crucial for protecting equipment and optimizing energy usage in HVAC and auxiliary systems.

Product Introduction & Positioning

The Woodward PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 is a digital steam turbine controller built on the proven Woodward 505 platform. It is tailored for small single valve or single valve-rack turbine applications and integrates a full-color graphical operator control panel for intuitive use. Bulkhead and panel mount configurations offer flexibility in different installation environments.

This controller provides key turbine control capabilities, including speed/load regulation, inlet header pressure management, and pump or compressor flow control. It supports Ethernet and serial communication for integration with modern plant automation and monitoring systems, enabling easy configuration and remote supervision.

User-friendly menus and password protection enhance operational security, while features such as critical speed avoidance and adaptive speed/load PID dynamics improve turbine performance and reliability. The module replaces the earlier Peak150 model, maintaining form-fit-function compatibility.

Key Technical Features & Functional Benefits

The PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 offers adaptive speed/load PID control algorithms designed for precise turbine regulation with minimal overshoot and stable operation. It includes a manual or automatic start/stop sequence, enabling flexible operational control.

Integrated features include valve limiters, first-out alarm indication, peak speed overspeed trip monitoring, and bearing temperature and vibration alarms/trips for comprehensive turbine protection. Real-time clock synchronization via SNTP ensures precise timed operations and data logging.

Ethernet and serial interfaces allow seamless communication with supervisory systems, simplifying integration. Its rugged bulkhead mount design features a sulfur-resistant conformal coating for harsh industrial environments, and the module is certified for hazardous locations, ensuring safe operation under extreme conditions.

Detailed Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Model Woodward PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501
Brand Woodward
Product Type Steam Turbine Digital Controller
Control Capabilities Turbine speed/load, inlet/exhaust header pressure, pump/compressor flow/pressure control
Communication Interfaces Ethernet, Serial (Modbus)
Display Integrated Full-Color Graphical Operator Panel
Mounting Bulkhead and Panel Mount Options
Operating Temperature Range –40°C to +70°C
Protection Overspeed trip, first-out indication, alarms for vibration & temperature
Enclosure Sulfur-resistant conformal coating
Certifications Certified for Hazardous Locations
Dimensions Approx. 100 mm (W) x 150 mm (H) x 50 mm (D)
Weight Approx. 2.26 kg

Related Modules or Compatible Units

Woodward 9907-147 – Power trip overspeed protection system module.
Woodward 5233-2089 – Gas control valve for industrial gas turbines.
Woodward 8200-1302 – 505D series digital governor steam turbine control.
Woodward 8237-1604 – Safety PLC controller with integrated overspeed protection.
Woodward 9907-164 – Microprocessor-based governor control unit.
Woodward 5466-409 – CPU module used in related digital control systems.

Installation Notes & Maintenance Best Practices

Installation of the PEAK200-HVAC 8200-1501 requires secure mounting in bulkhead or panel configurations with appropriate electrical and communication connections following Woodward’s standards. Adequate ventilation and environmental protection are important for maintaining controller reliability.

Maintenance involves periodic testing of alarm and trip functions, monitoring display diagnostics, and updating controller firmware and configuration through the provided software tools. Ensuring tight communication network integrity minimizes downtime and optimizes system responsiveness.