Super Parts Of Generator Speed Control Unit Generator Accessories
The ESD5550/5570 Series speed control unit is an all electronic
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PRODUCT
TECHNICAL
SPEED CONTROL UNIT INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
device designed to control engine speed with fast and precise
response to transient load changes. This closed loop control,
when connected to a proportional electric actuator and supplied
with a magnetic speed sensor signal, will control a wide
variety of engines in an isochronous or droop mode. It is
designed for high reliability and built ruggedly to withstand the
engine environment.
Simplicity of installation and adjustment was foremost in the
design. Non-interacting performance controls allow near optimum
response to be easily obtained.
unit are the engine STARTING FUEL and SPEED RAMPING
adjustments. The use of these features will minimize engine
exhaust smoke experienced prior to attaining engine operating
speed.
Other features include adjustable droop and idle operation,
inputs for accessories used in multi-engine or special
appliCAT-parts-partsions,
protection against reverse battery voltage, transient
voltages, accidental short circuit of the actuator and fail safe
design in the event of loss of speed sensor signal or battery
supply.
GAC proportional actuators except the ACB2000 electric
used with a ADC100 Series electric actuator, the DROOP
adjustment range will be less due to this actuator's low current
demand.
DESCRIPTION
Engine speed information for the speed control unit is usually
received from a magnetic speed sensor. Any other signal
generating device may be used provided the generated frequency
is proportional to engine speed and meets the voltage
input and frequency range specifiCAT-parts-partsion. The speed
sensor is
typically mounted in close proximity to an engine driven ferrous
gear, usually the engine ring gear. As the teeth of the gear pass
the magnetic sensor, a signal is generated which is proportional
to engine speed.
Signal strength must be within the range of the input amplifier.
An amplitude of 0.5 to 120 volts RMS is required to allow the
unit to function within its design specifiCAT-parts-partsions. The
speed
signal is applied to Terminals C and D of the speed control unit.
Between these terminals there is an input impedance of over
33,000 ohms. Terminal D is internally connected to Terminal
E, battery negative. Only one end of the shielded cable should
be connected.
When a speed sensor signal is received by the controller, the
signal is amplified and shaped by an internal circuit to provide
an analog speed signal. If the speed sensor monitor does not
detect a speed sensor signal, the output circuit of the speed
control unit will turn off all current to the actuator.
A summing circuit receives the speed sensor signal along with
the speed adjust set point input. The speed range has a ratio
of 8:1 and is adjusted with a 25 turn potentiometer. The output
from the summing circuit is the input to the dynamic control
section of the speed control unit. The dynamic control circuit,
of which the gain and stability adjustments are part, has a
control function that will provide isochronous and stable
performance
for most engine types and fuel systems.
The speed control unit circuit is influenced by the gain and
stability performance adjustments. The governor system sensitivity
is increased with clockwise rotation of the gain adjustment.
The gain adjustment has a range of 33:1. The stability
adjustment, when advanced clockwise, increases the time
rate of response of the governor system to match the various
time constants of a wide variety of engines. The speed control
unit is a P I D device, the “D”, derivative portion can be varied
when required. (See Instability section.)
During the engine cranking cycle, STARTING FUEL can be
adjusted from an almost closed, to a nearly full fuel position.
Once the engine has started, the speed control point is
determined, first by the IDLE speed set point and the SPEED
RAMPING circuit. After engine speed ramping has been
completed, the engine will be at its governed operating speed.
At the desired governed engine speed, the actuator will be
energized with sufficient current to maintain the desired engine
speed, independent of load (isochronous operation).
The output circuit provides switching current at a frequency of
about 500 Hz. to drive the actuator. Since the switching
frequency is well beyond the natural frequency of the actuator,
there is no visible motion of the actuator output shaft. Switching
the output transistors reduces its internal power dissipation
for efficient power control. The output circuit can provide
current of up to 10 amps continuous at 25°C for 12 and 24 VDC
battery systems. The actuator responds to the average current
to position the engine fuel control lever.
In standard operation, the speed control unit performance is
isochronous. Droop governing can be selected by connecting
terminals K and L and the percent of droop governing can be
varied with the droop adjustment control. The droop range can
be decreased by connecting Terminals G and H.
The speed control unit has several performance and protection
features which enhance the governor system. A speed
anticipation circuit minimizes speed overshoot on engine startup
or when large increments of load are applied to the engine.
Engine idle speed can be remotely selected and is adjustable.
Accessory inputs to achieve variable speed operation and
speed control unit from GAC load sharing modules, automatic
synchronizers, ramp generators and other accessory engine
control modules. Protection against reverse battery voltage
and transient voltages is provided. The design is fail-safe in the
event of loss of speed sensor signal or battery supply.
The ESD5550/5570 Series speed control unit includes a
single element speed switch. it provides a convenient means
of sensing an over speed condition and activating an internal
relay. This relay may be used to shut off the fuel or ignition to
provide safe engine shut down. The speed switch feature
includes a wide adjustment range, test and reset functions.
and an LED indiCAT-parts-partsor.
The ESD5550/5570 Series speed control unit is compatible
with GOVEFINORS AMERICA CORP. Proportional.electric
actuators as well as those from other manufacturers.
