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Activ Gen

The ACTIVGEN engine speed control was designed for Caterpillar diesel engines equipped with ADEM electronic control modules. The ACTIVGEN provides isochronous speed control and allows users to tune the engine directly. It interfaces with secondary paralleling genset controllers over a CAN network. The ACTIVGEN control is programmed using Woodward ToolKit software, allowing for customization and calibration.

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Activ Gen

The ACTIVGEN engine speed control was designed for Caterpillar diesel engines equipped with ADEM electronic control modules. The ACTIVGEN provides isochronous speed control and allows users to tune the engine directly. It interfaces with secondary paralleling genset controllers over a CAN network. The ACTIVGEN control is programmed using Woodward ToolKit software, allowing for customization and calibration.

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Product Specification 03419

(Revision B, 3/2014)

ACTIVGEN™
Engine Speed Control

Applications  Take control of


commissioning
Woodward’s ACTIVGEN™ engine speed Caterpillar®
control was designed specifically for use
on Caterpillar diesel engines equipped
ADEM™-equipped
with ADEM™ electronic control modules. gensets
The ACTIVGEN control does not replace  Isochronous speed
the ADEM control; rather it is used as a control
separate, external primary speed control
with user-configurable PID settings. The  Full user access to
ACTIVGEN control gives the user full primary speed
access to tune the Caterpillar engine control PID settings
directly, which can save time and
expense during commissioning. The for optimal tuning
ACTIVGEN control frees the user to make
 Easy access to PID
regular “maintenance” tuning
adjustments over time to maintain optimum system performance as operating settings with
conditions change. ToolKit calibration
software
The ACTIVGEN control interfaces easily with secondary paralleling genset controllers,
such as the Woodward easYgen™-3000 series. Communication between the  Decrease
ACTIVGEN control and secondary paralleling genset controllers is done over a CAN
commissioning
network using the standard SAE-J1939 protocol. CAN-based digital communication
provides an advantage over analog bias signals by allowing the secondary time and expense
paralleling control to be mounted in the switchgear, far from the generator skid, while
 CAN/J1939 bus
decreasing vulnerability to noise interference commonly experienced on analog bias
lines. interface with
secondary
The ACTIVGEN control uses the same Woodward ToolKit programming software as
the easYgen controllers, making commissioning and tuning of parallel systems
paralleling genset
quicker and easier when the two controllers are used together. controllers, such as
the easYgen™
Description control

Caterpillar offers an option in the ADEM called Direct Fuel Control (DFC). Once
enabled, DFC allows an external speed control (the ACTIVGEN) to control fuel to
diesel engines directly, based on a PWM input to the ADEM. The DFC option is
available across multiple Caterpillar platforms, from the C27 to the CM product lines.
DFC only disables the speed governing function of the ADEM; engine protection and
other functions are retained, and it does not affect emissions.
The ACTIVGEN control works with the ADEM unit to provide accurate fuel control in
order to maintain constant engine rpm. The ACTIVGEN control allows the user to tune
the dynamics of the engine to provide stability at steady state and optimum response
to large load steps, ensuring smooth synchronization, reduced engine hunting, and
improved load sharing.
The ACTIVGEN control is housed in a robust enclosure and can be mounted directly
on the engine skid, providing reliable control under extreme operating conditions.
Woodward 03419 p.2

Controller Specifications
Electrical
Operating Voltage 9–32 Vdc

Environmental
Ambient Operating Temperature (–40 to +85) °C / (–40 to +185) °F
Ambient Storage Temperature (–40 to +105) °C / (–40 to +221) °F
Vibration 7 Grms
Shock 1 meter drop on concrete
Tests based on JASO-D001-94 ISO
EMC 7637, ISO-10605, ISO-11452, CISPR
25 / ISO 13766, and EN-61000
Weatherproof case and sealed
Enclosure
connectors. Rated to IP67
Requires standard serial cable and
Calibration software for calibration (Woodward
ToolKit)
Off engine and away from exhaust
Mounting
manifold and pipes
Weight Approx. 0.5 kg / 1.2 lb

Controller Dimensions
Dimensions in brackets are in millimeters

ACTIVGEN Engine Speed Control


Woodward 03419 p.3

Controller Features
 CAN/J1939 bus interface is used to command engine speed.
 Calibration is simple, using the Woodward ToolKit service tool. The controller can be calibrated on any IBM-
compatible PC, allowing for easy customization and re-programmability.
 Speed input uses a magnetic pickup.

Programmable Features
 Isochronous speed governing.
 PID gain adjustment allows governor response to be adjusted by user.
 Input and output circuit diagnostics protect the inputs and outputs from failure due to compromised field wiring.

System Control Example

CAN SAE-J1939

PWM Signal MPU Signal

Caterpillar®
ADEM™ Controller
Woodward 03419 p.4

Calibration
The actiVgen controller is configured using Woodward’s ToolKit software, which can be downloaded from
www.woodward.com/software. This calibration tool monitors system operation and assists in diagnosis of system
faults. It is also capable of monitoring all sensor inputs, control outputs, and diagnostic functions through a single
access point to the controller.

The recommended computer and system software to support ToolKit is:


 Microsoft Windows® 8, 7, Vista SP1 or later, XP SP3 (32- & 64-bit); support for XP will end on 2014 April 8
 Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4.0
 1 GHz Pentium® CPU
 512 MB of RAM
 Minimum 800 x 600 pixel screen with 256 colors
 Serial Port
 Serial Extension Cable

Ordering Information

Description Item Number

ACTIVGEN Controller 8440-2100

For more information contact:


PO Box 1519, Fort Collins CO 80522-1519, USA
1000 East Drake Road, Fort Collins CO 80525, USA
Phone +1 (970) 482-5811  Fax +1 (970) 498-3058
Email and Website—www.woodward.com

Woodward has company-owned plants, subsidiaries, and branches, as well


as authorized distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities
throughout the world. Complete address / phone / fax / email information for
all locations is available 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
expressly stated in a written sales contract.
Copyright © Woodward 2013–2014, All Rights Reserved

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