Description
WOODWARD 8440-2028 Industrial Digital I/O Expansion Module – Product Details
The WOODWARD 8440-2028 is a high-performance industrial IKD1 digital I/O expansion module belonging to the Woodward easYgen-3000 series. Designed for industrial generator control, power management and automated system expansion, this module serves as an essential auxiliary unit for extending system input and output channels. It features a compact industrial structure, stable signal transmission, and excellent environmental adaptability, perfectly matching Woodward main control systems. Widely used in power generation equipment, industrial automation control and energy management systems, it delivers reliable expansion performance and long-term operational stability for complex industrial control scenarios.
WOODWARD 8440-2028
Physical Specifications (Dimension & Weight)
The WOODWARD 8440-2028 adopts a miniaturized integrated industrial casing, supporting standard cabinet embedded installation and wall-mounted installation. Its ultra-light and compact structure effectively saves industrial cabinet space and simplifies on-site wiring and layout.
Overall Dimensions (W × D × H): 100 × 80 × 45 mm
Net Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
The rugged high-strength shell provides outstanding structural shock resistance and compression resistance, avoiding structural deformation or performance attenuation caused by long-term industrial vibration and equipment extrusion, ensuring stable physical performance in harsh working conditions.
Core Electrical & Power Technical Parameters
This expansion module is equipped with standardized industrial-grade circuit chips and high-precision signal processing units, featuring low power consumption, strong anti-interference capability and stable signal acquisition and output performance. All core electrical parameters are strictly calibrated to meet industrial precision control standards.
Rated Input Power: 24 VDC Industrial Standard Power Supply
Adaptive AC Voltage Range: 100–240 VAC (±10% Tolerance)
Input Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz Universal Industrial Frequency
Maximum Power Consumption: 30 W
Maximum Load Capacity: Up to 30 kVA
Output Current Rating: Maximum 25 A
I/O Channel & Interface Configuration Parameters
The WOODWARD 8440-2028 integrates rich expansion channels and universal communication interfaces, realizing multi-channel signal expansion and efficient data interaction, effectively expanding the signal processing capacity of the main control system without additional auxiliary modules.
Analog Input Channels: 16 Channels
Analog Output Channels: 8 Channels
Relay Output Contacts: 8 SPDT Independent Relay Contacts
Communication Interfaces: RS485 + CANopen Dual Interface Configuration
Supported Communication Protocols: Modbus RTU, CANopen Industrial Universal Protocols
Environmental Adaptability & Protection Parameters
Engineered for harsh industrial working conditions, the module features a wide temperature adaptation range, excellent moisture-proof, dust-proof and anti-interference performance, supporting 24/7 uninterrupted industrial operation.
Long-Term Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C
Storage Temperature Range: -45°C to +85°C
Maximum Tolerable Humidity: 95% Non-Condensing Relative Humidity
Enclosure Protection Grade: IP65 Dustproof & Waterproof Rating
Vibration Resistance: Industrial-grade anti-vibration design, adaptable to mechanical vibration in power plants and chemical plants
Built-In Safety Protection Functions
The module integrates multiple intelligent protection mechanisms to effectively avoid equipment damage and system faults caused by abnormal power supply and load changes, ensuring safe and stable operation of the entire control system.
Overload Protection: Automatically cut off output when load exceeds rated value to protect circuit and equipment
Overtemperature Protection: Intelligent temperature monitoring, automatic power-off and heat dissipation protection under overheating conditions
Automatic Voltage Regulation: Real-time voltage stabilization to avoid signal fluctuation caused by power grid voltage deviation
Product Advantages & Application Scenarios
Benefiting from its ultra-light compact design, complete channel configuration, low power consumption and strong environmental adaptability, the WOODWARD 8440-2028 is a high-cost-performance I/O expansion module for industrial power control systems. The dual communication interface design ensures excellent compatibility with Woodward easYgen series main controllers and mainstream industrial PLC systems. The plug-and-play installation mode greatly reduces installation and maintenance costs, while multi-dimensional safety protection functions significantly improve the stability and safety of industrial control systems.
It is widely applicable to industrial generator set control, power station power management, petrochemical automation control, mechanical equipment drive control and other scenarios. All products undergo strict factory aging tests and performance calibration, equipped with a 12-month official warranty, providing long-term and reliable quality guarantee for industrial automated production systems.
