The Woodward 5009FT is a standard, off-the-shelf fault-tolerant steam turbine control built on the MicroNet TMR triple modular redundant hardware platform. Designed for system-critical compressor and generator drive applications, the 5009FT continues operating through any single-point failure with hot-swap module replacement while the turbine remains online.
Key Features
Control
- MicroNet TMR hardware with standard steam turbine software algorithms
- PID-to-PID logic for bumpless control mode transfers during plant upsets
- Configurable for single valve, extraction, admission, or extraction/admission turbines
- Field programmable via integrated engineering workstation
- Start/stop, enable/disable all control modes from operator station
- Multiple password security levels for different plant personnel
- Optional integrated 1- and 2-loop compressor control algorithms
Reliability
- TMR (triple modular redundant) 2-out-of-3 voting architecture
- Operates through any single-point failure without turbine shutdown
- Hot-swap module capability for online repairs
- Redundant input sensors and actuator outputs
Safety & Interface
- IEC 61508 SIL-3 compliant with MicroNet Safety Module (MSM)
- 12 ms response time for overspeed and acceleration protection via MSM
- Optional OpView 17-inch touchscreen HMI
- Available as component kit or pre-mounted cabinet with integral workstation
Applications
- System-critical steam turbines and turbo-expanders
- Compressor drive applications (petrochemical, gas processing)
- Generator drive (power generation)
- Turbine upgrade projects by system integrators and OEMs
- IEC 61508 SIL-3 safety systems with MicroNet Safety Module
Drake Controls Services
Drake Controls is a Woodward Authorized Distributor and Recognized Turbine Retrofitter. We supply 5009FT systems, MicroNet TMR chassis and modules, and MicroNet Safety Modules. Drake’s engineering team handles retrofit design, cabinet build, field installation, and commissioning for 5009FT upgrades on critical turbine trains.