Product Specification 03416

(Revision A, 6/2016)

ProAct™ P-Series Position Controller

Electric Actuators with Integral Driver

Applications
 Extremely fast,
The ProAct™ P-Series Position bi-directional
Controller is a family of electric actuator,
actuators intended to be electronically
mounted on-engine to control positioned in both
varying functions including (but
not limited to): fuel rack
directions
positioning, timing control,  All-electric
throttle valve, and wastegate
positioning. The actuator is
actuator requires
effectively a positioner which no drive or
accepts a position command hydraulic supply
signal from another device in
the system such as a speed  Integral driver
control. compatible with
It includes an integral digital broad range of
driver capable of controlling the control systems
actuator, communicating with
the outside control system, and containing on-board software and intelligence to  75° (±2°) rotary
realize monitoring and customizing functions. output allows
direct coupling to
Description butterfly,
eliminating linkage
The actuators are designed to be base- or flange-mounted (Model IV is base-
mounted only) in an on-engine environment and can therefore withstand high levels  Multiple sizes to fit
of vibration and temperature extremes. They all have a 0.625-36 serrated tooth broad range of
terminal shaft, and an optional rotation scale and indicator are available for visible applications
travel detection. The actuators accept analog (0 to 5 Vdc or 4 to 20 mA), CAN, or
PWM position command signals and can be configured with a primary and backup  Single or
position command signal input, providing redundancy with automatic failover and redundant position
backup logic. A five-point curve function provides a means to linearize the actuator's
output. The actuator monitors all available internal and external signals, and command signals
annunciates any detected faults through a discrete output. An analog output  Configurable
(0 to 25 mA) provides actual position indication, and a discrete input is available to
remotely shut down the actuator. parameters to
tailor to varied
Additionally, the ProAct P-Series includes on-line and off-line diagnostics, current
applications
limiting based on driver electronics temperature, CAN communications, and service
port communications. It is field programmable, allowing a single design to be used in  CAN
many different applications. It must be configured and calibrated to the specific
communications
engine with a personal computer (PC) and a Woodward ProAct Service Tool that
communicates serially to the driver via RS-232. The Service Tool (part number  Advanced
9927-1187) can be downloaded from the Woodward website ([Link]). Diagnostics
Data files for subsequent applications of the same engine model can be downloaded
off-engine.
Refer to manual 26578 for more detailed information.
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General Specifications
Maximum Input
Torque Output Maximum Current
Power

Actuator Model

Steady State
Continuous

Continuous
Transient

Transient

Transient
Weight
11 kg 5.2 Nm 2.6 Nm
Model II 251 W 65 W 13 A 3.5 A
25 lbs 46 lb-in 23 lb-in
15 kg 10.4 Nm 5.2 Nm
Model III 282 W 73 W 15 A 6.5 A
32 lbs 92 lb-in 46 lb-in
24 kg 20.8 Nm 10.4 Nm
Model IV 370 W 100 W 20 A 6.5 A
52 lbs 184 lb-in 92 lb-in

End User I/O Description

Power Input 18–32 Vdc with out-of-range diagnostics
PWM: 8.4–32 V, 300 to 2000 Hz
Command Input Analog: 0–25 mA, or 0–5 Vdc
CAN
Position Feedback Output 0–25 mA
Low Power standby mode
Discrete Inputs
Four CAN address combinations
Normally “ON” turns “OFF” to indicate a detected fault.
Discrete Output The logic can be reversed so it turns "ON" for a fault, or
the function can be turned off completely.
RS-232 Serial Communications For connection to PC Service Tool
Complies with SAE J1939 but uses proprietary group
extensions. Supports position command signal and
CAN 2.0B Communications
monitoring of all shutdown and alarm conditions as well
as some system variables.

Environmental Specifications
Specification Item Acceptable Range or Qualification Condition Comments
See Mechanical Installation
Operating Temperature –40 to +85 °C. Under all conditions the Temperature section of manual 26659 for
Limits Monitoring Zone must remain below 90 °C. discussion of this
specification item.
Storage Temperature –40 to +125 °C, unpowered.
RV2: US MIL-STD-202F, procedure 214A:
Mechanical Vibration
0.1 G² /Hz, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz, 3 hr/axis, 12.8 Grms
Mechanical Shock US MIL-STD-810C, Method 516.3, 516.4 procedure 1
Ingress Protection IP56 per IEC 60529
Humidity H2: (Woodward) profile
The actuator uses materials proven capable of
withstanding normal engine environment chemicals per
Chemical Resistance
SAE J1455, such as diesel fuel, engine oil, and
antifreeze.

Performance Specifications
Parameter Specification
> 1000 degrees/second
Max Slew Rate
> 18.5 rad/s (10% to 90% travel)
< 1.0% of full stroke at 25 °C after calibration
Position Feedback Accuracy
< 350 ppm/°C, maximum after calibration
Position Feedback Repeatability < ±1.0% of full stroke at 25 °C after calibration
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P-Series Position Controller Outline Drawing

(Do not use for construction)
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Regulatory Compliance
European Compliance for CE Mark:
 EMC Directive: Declared to Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February
2014 on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Other European Compliance:

 Machinery Directive: Compliance as partly completed machinery with Directive 2006/42/EC of the European
Parliament and the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery.

Agency Listings:
 CSA Certified for ordinary locations
 CSA Class I, Division 2 component listing

Customer Electrical Connections

The P-Series is equipped with a 24-pin MS-style connector.

expressly stated in a written sales contract.

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PO Box 1519, Fort Collins CO, USA 80522-1519
1000 East Drake Road, Fort Collins CO 80525
Tel.: +1 (970) 482-5811  Fax: +1 (970) 498-3058
[Link]

Distributors & Service

Woodward has an international network of distributors and service facilities.
For your nearest representative, call the Fort Collins plant or see the
Worldwide Directory on our website.

This document is distributed for informational purposes only. It is not to be construed as

creating or becoming part of any Woodward contractual or warranty obligation unless
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