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The 8237-1369 is a high-integrity overspeed protection controller from the ProTech-GII series developed by Woodward, Inc.. It is engineered for safety-critical turbine applications including steam, gas, and hydro turbines, providing continuous real-time monitoring of rotational speed and acceleration trends.
The system uses Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) architecture with 2oo3 voting logic, ensuring high system availability and fault tolerance. If one module fails, the remaining modules continue providing full overspeed protection without causing nuisance trips.
The module also supports periodic automated self-testing of trip circuits without requiring turbine shutdown. Its conformal coating provides strong resistance against corrosive industrial gases such as H₂S and SO₂, making it suitable for refinery, offshore, and heavy industrial environments.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 8237-1369 |
| Architecture | Triple Modular Redundant (TMR), 2oo3 voting |
| Primary Sensing | MPU speed sensing + acceleration rate monitoring |
| High Voltage Input | 115 VAC / 240 VAC / 125 VDC |
| Low Voltage Input | 24 VDC |
| Protection | Reverse polarity protection on DC circuits |
| User Interface | 15-key local control keypad per module |
| Diagnostics | Automatic self-test and event logging |
| Chemical Protection | Conformal coating (IEC 721-3-3 compliant) |
| Operating Temperature | –20°C to +60°C |
| Dimensions | 330 × 445 × 159 mm |
Offshore oil and gas turbine installations
Utility-scale power generation plants
Petrochemical and refinery processing facilities
High-value rotating machinery protection systems
Can the system be serviced while the turbine is running?
Yes. The TMR architecture allows individual module servicing while the remaining modules maintain protection logic.
How does acceleration detection help?
It detects abnormal speed increase trends and can initiate shutdown before reaching the absolute overspeed threshold.
Is it resistant to corrosive gases?
Yes. The protective conformal coating resists H₂S and SO₂ corrosion effects.