Product Description
The Woodward 8200-1501 is a Peak200 digital steam turbine controller designed for speed regulation, load control, and protection of industrial steam turbines. It is a high-voltage bulkhead-mounted controller intended for single-valve steam turbine applications.
The Peak200 integrates turbine control functions, operator interface, monitoring, and protection logic into one compact unit. It supports automatic and manual operating modes, turbine startup and shutdown sequences, speed and load regulation, and process pressure control.
The controller is suitable for industrial power generation, compressor drives, pump systems, and other steam turbine applications. Its integrated control architecture helps simplify turbine automation and reduce the need for additional control equipment.

⚙️ Product Parameters
Brand: Woodward
Model: 8200-1501
Series: Peak200
Product Name: Digital Steam Turbine Controller
Product Type: Programmable Turbine Control Module
Mounting Type: Bulkhead Mount
Place of Manufacture: Woodward manufacturing facilities
Product Status: Industrial turbine control equipment; supplied condition depends on inventory
Dimensions: Refer to the official mechanical installation drawing
Weight: Exact weight to be confirmed from the physical unit
Country of Origin: United States (brand origin; actual manufacturing location should be verified)
Power Requirements: 88–264 VAC or 90–150 VDC
Maximum Power Consumption: Less than 45 W
Input Frequency: 45–65 Hz (AC input)
Control Functions: Speed regulation, load control, pressure control, startup and shutdown management
Communication: Ethernet and serial communication interfaces
Operator Interface: Integrated graphical operator interface
Discontinued: Current lifecycle status requires manufacturer confirmation
🔧 Daily Maintenance
- Inspect the controller enclosure for dust, moisture, corrosion, and physical damage.
- Check AC/DC power connections and protective earth grounding.
- Monitor CPU status indicators and diagnostic messages.
- Inspect turbine speed pickup sensors and associated wiring.
- Check actuator output connections and turbine control valve operation.
- Verify communication connections with the plant DCS.
- Keep ventilation openings clean and maintain suitable cabinet conditions.
- Review alarm records, shutdown events, and operating trends.
- Back up controller configurations and operating parameters.
- Perform scheduled protection and functional tests according to the turbine maintenance plan.
🛠️ Troubleshooting and Common Issues
• Controller Fails to Power Up: Verify that the input voltage is within 88–264 VAC or 90–150 VDC, and inspect the protective fuse, terminals, and grounding.
• Speed Signal Failure: Check magnetic pickup wiring, sensor installation, signal quality, and electrical shielding.
• Turbine Speed Instability: Inspect speed feedback, PID settings, actuator response, and mechanical load conditions.
• Load Control Problems: Verify load feedback, operating mode, setpoints, and generator or process control signals.
• Actuator Does Not Respond: Check output wiring, actuator power, valve linkage, and control configuration.
• Communication Failure: Inspect Ethernet and serial connections, communication settings, and DCS interface configuration.
• Unexpected Turbine Shutdown: Review first-out indications, alarm history, shutdown inputs, and protection channel diagnostics.
• Controller Overtemperature: Check ambient temperature, ventilation, enclosure conditions, and installation clearance.
• Configuration Error: Verify controller parameters, application settings, and saved configuration backups.
⚠️ Safety Precautions
- Disconnect and isolate the electrical supply before installation or maintenance.
- Observe the specified electrical isolation and discharge procedures.
- Confirm the correct AC/DC input range before energizing the controller.
- Connect protective earth according to the manufacturer’s installation requirements.
- Never bypass overspeed protection or turbine shutdown interlocks during normal operation.
- Do not modify speed limits, trip settings, or protection parameters without engineering authorization.
- Back up the original configuration before making adjustments.
- Test emergency shutdown functions according to approved plant procedures.
- Ensure that turbine mechanical and electrical protection systems remain operational.
- Installation and commissioning must be performed by qualified turbine control engineers.
📦 Recommended Woodward Models
- 8200-1500 – Peak200 Low-Voltage Bulkhead Controller
- 8200-1501 – Peak200 High-Voltage Bulkhead Controller
- 8200-1502 – Peak200 Low-Voltage ATEX Controller
- 8200-1503 – Peak200 Low-Voltage Front Panel Controller
- 8200-1504 – Peak200 High-Voltage Front Panel Controller
- 8200-1505 – Peak200 Low-Voltage ATEX Front Panel Controller
- 8200-1506 – Peak200 INMETRO Bulkhead Controller
- 8200-1507 – Peak200 INMETRO Front Panel Controller
- 8200-1508 – Peak200 Hazardous Location Bulkhead Controller
- 8200-1509 – Peak200 Hazardous Location Front Panel Controller
- 8200-1300 – 505 Digital Steam Turbine Controller
- 8200-1301 – 505 High-Voltage Steam Turbine Controller
- 8200-1302 – 505 ATEX Steam Turbine Controller
- 8200-1310 – 505-XT Digital Steam Turbine Controller
- 8200-1311 – 505-XT High-Voltage Steam Turbine Controller
