ENGINE

G OVERNORS

GOVERNING SDG500 Series A MERICA

SYSTEM Smart Digital Governor C ORP.

Fast, Compact Digital Engine Speed Governor
Solid-State Microprocessor-Based Device Designed to
Control Engine Speed with Precise Response to
Transient Load Changes
Easy Configuration using GAC SmartVU Software
Three Fixed Speeds and One Variable Speed with
Droop Governing Capability
Overspeed Shutdown Protection
Speed Ramping from Idle to Operation Speed
Starting Fuel Control for Lower Engine Exhaust
Emissions

INTRODUCTION
The SDG500 Series (Smart Digital Governor) is designed
to regulate engine speed on diesel and gas/gasoline
reciprocating engines. The SDG500 Series (Smart Digital
Governor) is a suitable replacement for any mechanical
system that needs more flexibility, precision or control in
governing speed. The SDG500 Series is an integral part of a
closed loop control system. When connected to an electric
actuator and supplied with a magnetic speed sensor signal,
the governor will direct the engine to the desired speed
setting. The SDG500 Series (Smart Digital Governor) is
designed for industrial applications ranging from generators
and mechanical drives to pumps and compressors.

DESCRIPTION

The SDG500 Series is a solid state microprocessor based

speed control unit that offers precise (+/- 0.25%) speed
control with fast response to transient load changes in
isochronous and droop modes. Designed for high reliability SeLECTION CHART
and ruggedly built, the SDG500 Series is hard potted to
Model Characteristics
withstand the harsh engine environment and can be mounted
directly in the engine compartment. Resistive (10K Potentiometer) Variable
sdg514-01-01
Speed Input

The SDG500 Series has several settings built in configurable sdg524-01-01 0-5 VDC Variable Speed Input
features: three fixed and variable speed with correlating
droop settings; engine overspeed shutdown protection;
speed ramping from idle to operation speed; and starting
fuel control for lower engine exhaust emissions.

The factory standard SDG500 Series can be configured

to OEMs specifications.

If needed, configuration and tuning of the SDG500 Series

can be accomplished by the OEM via GACs configuration
software. The software allows users to save the current
configurations and data to a file. Saved settings can be
utilized for configuring multiple units.

Governors America Corp., 720 Silver Street Agawam, MA 01001

phone: 413.786.5600 fax: 413.789.7736
www.governors-america.com
ISO 9001
info@governors-america.com
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DIAGRAM 1 DIMENSIONS

44.5
1.751
4.6 25.1
4.5 .987
.181
2X
.176

55.9
2.200

27.9
2X 1.100

SECURITY
LABEL
88.9
3.500
101.6
4.000

DIAGRAM 2 SYSTEM WIRING/OUTLINE

SDG514
16 AWG

16 AWG
15 AMP
FUSE
SPEED
SELECT RS232-Tx
12/24 VDC 20 AWG
RS232-Rx

1 2 3 4 5 6
12 11 10 9 8 7

ACTUATOR ACTUATOR
HIGH 16 AWG LOW 16 AWG
20 AWG

MAGNETIC
PICK-UP VARIABLE SPEED
10K
POT
20 AWG TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR

20 AWG LSM/SYC 0 - 10 VDC IN

5 VDC NOMINAL

This document is subject to change without notice.

Caution: None of GAC products are flight certified controls including this item.
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 SDG524
16 AWG

16 AWG
15 AMP
FUSE
SPEED
SELECT RS232-Tx
12/24 VDC 20 AWG
RS232-Rx

1 2 3 4 5 6
12 11 10 9 8 7

ACTUATOR ACTUATOR
HIGH 16 AWG LOW 16 AWG
20 AWG

MAGNETIC
PICK-UP
0 to 5 VDC
VARIABLE SPEED
20 AWG TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR

20 AWG
LSM/SYC 0-10VDC IN

SPECIFICATIONS

Performance Input/Output Parameters

Isochronous Operation/Steady State Stability ................................. 0.25%
Speed Range/Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400-10KHz
Speed Drift w/ Temp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . < 1% Max.
Idle Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .Full Range
Droop Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17% Regulation
Speed Trim Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5% of Rated Speed
Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 24 VDC Battery Systems (6.5VDC to 33VDC)
Polarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Negative Ground (Case Isolated)
Power Consumption . ............. . . 70 mA max. Continuous plus actuator current
Speed Sensor Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5-120 VRMS
Actuator Current ...................................................... 7 Amps continuous max
Load Share/Synchronizer Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10VDC

Environmental Configuration Parameters

Ambient Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -40 to +85C
(-40 to +180F)
Relative Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up to 95%
Reliability
Vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7G@20-100Hz
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100% Functionally Tested
Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CE Compliant
Flywheel Teeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-250
Range (Gain/Stability multiplier) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-10
Fixed Speed Settings* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-max RPM
Variable Speed Settings* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-max RPM
Overspeed Setting* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-max RPM
Starting Fuel Preset* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-max Fuel

* Maximum RPM is based on the Flywheel Teeth. RPM = Frequency x 60/Flywheel Teeth. Maximum Frequency is 10,000Hz.

This document is subject to change without notice.

Caution: None of GAC products are flight certified controls including this item.
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