| Feature | Specification |
| Model | WOODWARD 8440-2085 |
| Series | easYgen-3000XT (P1 Package) |
| Hardware Revision | Revision D |
| Display | 5.7 inch Color TFT (Built-in) |
| Control Type | Generator Set Controller with AMF |
| Communication | CAN bus (CANopen/J1939), RS-485, Ethernet |
| Input/Output | 12 Digital Inputs / 12 Digital Outputs |
| Power Supply | 12/24 VDC (Range: 8 to 40 VDC) |
| Operating Temp | -20°C to +70°C |
| Protection Class | IP66 (Front Panel) |
The WOODWARD 8440-2085 serves as a high-performance genset control and management unit designed for complex power system applications. As part of the easYgen-3500XT-P1 family, it provides comprehensive control for single or multiple-unit operations, offering sophisticated load sharing and synchronization capabilities that ensure stable power distribution across various industrial and commercial standby power environments.
Model Comparisons
The 8440-2085 (P1) is distinct from the 8440-2084 (P2) model primarily in its I/O configuration and specialized software features. While the P2 series often targets more expansive utility-grade power plants with increased analog requirements, the P1 version (8440-2085) is optimized for high-efficiency grid-parallel or isolated operation with a focus on robust digital logic. Revision D specifically includes hardware refinements for better thermal management and updated communication protocols compared to the earlier Revision C units.
Woodward: easYgen-3500XT (P1) | 8440-2085
Operating Tips
- ToolKit Integration: Always use the latest version of Woodward ToolKit software for configuration; Revision D hardware features extended parameter sets that may not be visible in older software versions.
- Battery Monitoring: Ensure the power supply wiring accounts for high-crank voltage drops; while the unit operates down to 8 VDC, maintaining a stable 24 VDC source prevents unexpected communication drops during engine startup.
- CT Phasing: Double-check the Current Transformer (CT) polarity and phasing before the first synchronization attempt, as the 3500XT series is highly sensitive to phase-angle mismatches during load-sharing initialization.
