Product 

Specification 
37511 (Rev. D) 

UG‐Actuator 
Hydraulic Powered Electric Actuator 
for Engine or Turbine Control 

Applications 
The UG-Actuator offers the advantages of
electronic control and load sharing systems
while using the convenient, existing UG-8 type
drives and linkages. The actuator provides the
muscle for Woodward analog controls such as
the 2301, as well as Woodward digital controls  Proportional
such as the 500-series and 700-series. The electrohydraulic
UG-Actuator can be used with diesel, gasoline, actuator simplifies
or natural gas engines, and with steam and transfer from
industrial gas turbines. The UG-Actuator has a
self-contained oil sump, so a separate oil supply mechanical
is not required. governing
The actuator operates with a low speed pump  Economical
for drive speeds from 375 to 1100 rpm, and with installation using
a high speed pump for 600 to 1500 rpm. An
UG-8 case and
optional cooler is available for applications with
a higher drive speed or high ambient drive
temperature.
 Works with all
The UG-Actuator is ideal for installations Woodward
involving unattended starts. 20–160 mA output
The optional self-contained MPU simplifies the electronic control
conversion of a UG-8 controlled engine or systems
turbine to an electronically controlled engine. A gear which has been specifically
designed to operate the MPU means that the electronic control will receive sharp,  Self-contained oil
clean speed signals. Low speed applications may require override of the control’s supply
fail-safe during start-up.
 Integral magnetic
Description  pickup available
The UG-Actuator takes a given electrical input signal and converts it to a
proportional hydraulic output-shaft position to control engine fuel flow. The standard
UG-Actuator produces approximately 20 J (15 ft-lb) of work over 42 degrees of
rotary output.
A UG-8 drive in good condition makes an excellent MPU signal source. Alternatively,
the UG-Actuator is available with an LVDT for position feedback.
The UG-Actuator uses the same cast-iron case as the UG-8 governor. The oil pump
is the proven high-output Gerotor, designed to provide long life with minimal
maintenance. The actuator uses standard UG-8 output shafts, power levers, power
pistons, and piston links. The base is designed to precisely fit any drive designed for
a UG-8 governor, and maintenance procedures are similar to those of the UG-8
governor.
The actuator’s electric-to-hydraulic transducer uses a Woodward-built torque motor
which converts the 20–160 mA control signal to a given output position.
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Specifications 

Maximum Work Capacity (based on the full 42 degree travel of the output shaft)
Standard UG-ACTUATOR 19.4 J (14.3 ft-lb) in the increase direction;
23.3 J (17.2 ft-lb) in the decrease direction
20 ft-lb UG-ACTUATOR 27.2 J (20 ft-lb) in both directions
Remote UG-ACTUATOR 27.2 J (20 ft-lb) when supplied with 2760 kPa (400 psi);
pressurized oil must be supplied to the actuator
Rated Work Capacity 2/3 of maximum work capacity
Drive/Hydraulic Specifications
Drive Speed and Rotation High Speed Pump: 600–1500 rpm
Low Speed Pump: 375–1100 rpm
Drive operates in one direction only.
Drive Power Requirement 375 W (0.5 hp) max.
Hydraulic Supply Self-contained sump, 1.4 L (1.5 qt) capacity
See Woodward Manual 25071, Oils for Hydraulic Controls, for specific
recommendations. In most cases, the same type and weight of oils used in
the engine can be used in the actuator.
Control Qualities
Hysteresis Within 3% of max. travel when measured over full 42 degrees of travel;
Within 0.5% of max. travel when measured over 4% of full travel at 1 Hz
Temperature Drift Nominally ±1 degree per 38 °C (100 °F)
Time Constant 70–90 ms for ±50 mA step with 1172 kPa (170 psi) actuator oil pressure
Linearity Within 2.5% of full 42 degree output travel
Electrical Specifications
Electrical Connector 3 pin: US MIL-STD 3102E-14S-7P
10 pin: US MIL-STD 3102E-18-1P (LVDT model)
Coil Resistance 23–26  at 20 °C (68 °F)
Calibration 1–2 degrees at 20 mA
37 ±2 degrees from 20–160 mA
Reaches maximum fuel at <200 mA
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Construction
Pump Gerotor 3161 pump; relief valve set at 1172 kPa (170 psi)
Weight 16 kg (36 lbs)
Output Shaft Standard: (2) 0.500-36 inch serrated
Available: 0.625-36 serrated, or smooth shaft with a flat
Drive Shaft Standard: 0.625-36 serrated
Other Available Drive Shafts 0.625 keyed drive shaft with 0.625-18 threads
Extended 0.625 keyed drive shaft
1.125-48 shaft with adapter that fits PG base mounting hole pattern
French standard BNA 227 NF-E22-151 0.16-31 drive shaft or RHD6
Temperature Ranges
Ambient Operating Temperature –29 to +93 °C (–20 to +200 °F)
Storage Temperature –29 to +93 °C (–20 to +200 °F)
(within the limits of the oil being used)
Compliance
CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D (models available)
Vibration Resistance Tested to US MIL-STD 810C, Curve D

Technical Manual 37512

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(Do not use for constructiion)

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