Product Description

Product 8237-1597 can be equipped with any size turbine and will work to safely shut it down in the event of unsafe acceleration. The bulkhead mount works with steam, gas, and hydro-powered turbines and has three independent relays. It also uses two out of three voted architecture, as well as high and low voltage power input.

Additional specifics about model 8237-1597 include;

• It is part of the Protech-GII series.
• Speed readouts of 4 to 20 mA.
• MPU and acceleration detection.
• Resistant to sulfur contamination thanks to a conformal coating.
• Can be used in class 3C2 environments.
• Easy integration into any size turbine.

Model 8237-1597 is configured with online repair options, making it possible to work on one module while the entire system is still in operation. The backplane structure also makes it easy to work on this device. This Woodward safety device can also perform routine checks to make sure each module is functioning properly. This is done with an internal generator and frequency, and the results of these tests can be stored. Model 8237-1597 is no longer produced or sold by Woodward but can be found through AX Control. AX Control can repair, buy, or sell these turbine safety models.