Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Woodward |
| Part Number | 8440-2052 |
| Series | easYgen-3000 |
| Model | easYgen-3200-5/P2 |
| Product Type | Genset Controller |
| Package | P2 |
| CT Input | 5 A |
| Installation | Front-panel mounting |
| Operator Interface | Integrated display and keypad |
| Generator Application | Single or multiple gensets |
| Multi-unit Capability | Up to 32 gensets |
| Control Functions | Synchronizing, breaker control, AMF, load sharing |
| PID Controllers | 3 configurable PID controllers on P2 package |
| Communication | RS-232/RS-485 Modbus RTU; CAN interface options |
| Generator Voltage Measurement | Configuration dependent |
| Frequency Measurement | 40–85 Hz |
| Supply | 12/24 VDC system |
| Maximum Intrinsic Consumption | 17 W |
| Enclosure | Plastic front-panel housing |
| Product Status | Legacy / discontinued in some channels |
Woodward’s documentation confirms the 5 A CT / front-panel / display configuration for 8440-2052 and identifies the P2 package as including three freely configurable PID controllers.
Product Overview
The Woodward 8440-2052 is an easYgen-3200-5/P2 generator-set controller designed for complete genset automation. It combines generator monitoring, engine control, synchronization, breaker control, automatic mains-failure operation, and multi-unit load-management functions in a front-panel controller with an integrated operator interface. Woodward’s product history documentation specifically maps 8440-2052 to the easYgen-3200-5/P2 model.
The Woodward 8440-2052 uses 5 A CT inputs, distinguishing it from the 1 A versions in the same easYgen-3200 family. Woodward’s product specification also lists the 8440-2052 under the 5-A current-transformer input / front-panel mounting with display configuration.
The Woodward 8440-2052 is intended for applications ranging from a single generator set to coordinated installations with multiple gensets. The easYgen-3000 platform supports load sharing and load-dependent start/stop for systems involving up to 32 units, while the P2 package adds three configurable PID controllers for applications requiring additional control loops.
8440-2052
Main Features & Field Considerations
Generator synchronization and breaker control
The controller is designed to manage generator synchronization and breaker operations, making it suitable for standby, islanded, parallel-generation, and utility-interactive applications. The available documentation also identifies automatic mains-failure and load-sharing functions.
5 A CT configuration
The 8440-2052 specifically belongs to the 5 A CT-input configuration. Do not substitute a visually similar 1 A easYgen-3200 without checking the installed generator CT secondary rating. Woodward distinguishes the 1 A and 5 A variants through separate part numbers.
P2 control package
The /P2 designation is significant. Woodward’s specification identifies the P2 versions as having three freely configurable PID controllers, providing additional control functionality beyond the basic genset-control functions.
Multi-genset operation
The easYgen-3000 platform supports load-dependent and load-sharing operation for systems with up to 32 generator sets. The actual achievable configuration depends on the communication network, application programming, and controller configuration.
Communication
The easYgen-3000 documentation identifies RS-232/RS-485 Modbus RTU interfaces and configurable CAN communication options within the platform. The exact communication arrangement should be checked against the installed controller configuration rather than assumed from the generic family specification.
Replacement Checklist
Before replacing a Woodward 8440-2052, verify:
- Exact part number: 8440-2052
- Model: easYgen-3200-5/P2
- 5 A CT secondary rating
- Front-panel mounting arrangement
- Generator voltage and frequency configuration
- Engine speed pickup configuration
- AVR/governor control interfaces
- Synchronizing configuration
- Breaker-control logic
- AMF settings
- Load-sharing network
- CAN configuration
- Modbus RTU configuration
- PID-controller configuration
- Existing application parameters and backup
Important Procurement Note
8440-2052 should not be confused with 8440-2050 or 8440-2051. Woodward’s own documentation separates these part numbers by CT rating and package/model configuration. In particular, 8440-2050 is the easYgen-3200-5/P1, while 8440-2052 is the easYgen-3200-5/P2.
Woodward also lists 8440-2052 among the easYgen-3000 units affected by a historical display-contrast issue after repeated power cycling. That bulletin concerns display contrast and states that other functionality is not affected.
Procurement Description
Woodward 8440-2052 — easYgen-3200-5/P2 Generator Set Controller, 5 A CT Inputs, Front-Panel Mounting, Integrated Operator Interface, Synchronizing, Breaker Control, AMF, Load Sharing and Three Configurable PID Controllers
For replacement procurement, specify the full 8440-2052 / easYgen-3200-5/P2 designation and confirm the 5 A CT configuration, firmware/application parameters, communication setup, and genset synchronization settings before installation. Woodward provides a product-history lookup specifically intended to identify product information from the part number and serial-number label.
