Product Specification

36700 (Rev. J)

PG‐PL Governor
Applications
The PG-PL Governor is widely used for
controlling speed for all types of diesel or gas
engines and steam turbines, driving pumps
and compressors.

Standard Features
An internal oil pump, relief-valve, and
accumulator system controls governor  Isochronous
operating pressure. A self-contained sump control
stores oil and reduces contamination from
outside sources.  Pressure
Oil flow to and from the governor cylinder
compensated
assembly is controlled by a centrifugal  16 to 79 J (12 to
flyweight-head and pilot-valve assembly. A
power cylinder (servomotor) positions the fuel
58 ft-lb) output
racks, fuel valve, or steam valve of the engine capacities
or turbine.
 Remote power
A pneumatic (direct or reverse) operated servos
bellows-type mechanism sets governor speed.
A knob on the governor provides a means of  Pneumatic or
manual speed adjustment. Governor stability manual speed
is provided by an adjustable needle valve and setting
spring-loaded buffer compensation system.
 Rotary or linear
Optional Features output
An oil cooler is recommended when governor  Self-contained
oil temperature exceeds 99 °C (210 °F) or sump
governor drive shaft speed exceeds 1200 rpm
on diesel or gas engines, or 1100 rpm on steam turbines.
Air, oil, or water shutdown devices, either high or low pressure, are available for
engine protection. An energize or de-energize solenoid shutdown device is also
available.
For quick starts, a booster servomotor is available to supply immediate oil pressure
to the governor. This conserves engine starting air.
Preloaded buffer springs are available for governors used on gas engines and on
some engines driving reciprocating pumps.
Various base and power cylinder assemblies are available to conform to engine or
turbine manufacturer’s specifications.
Power servos may be mounted integrally on the governor with the terminal shaft in
either the 3, 6, 9, or 12 o’clock positions. Power servos also may be mounted
remotely from the governor. However, rotary power servos mount vertically only.
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Specifications
Speed Setting
Manual Control knob on governor
Pneumatic Direct or reverse. With 21 kPa (3 psi) minimum and 690 kPa (100 psi)
maximum control air pressure. Ratio of max. to min. air control signal
pressure must be greater than 2.5 to 1, but less than 10 to 1. Typical
pneumatic ranges are 21 to 103 kPa (3 to 15 psi) and 69 to 414 kPa (10 to
60 psi). 0.25 inch (6.4 mm) SAE air connection.
Bellows Selections (for pneumatic speed setting)
Bellows 400 mm² (0.62 in²) 194 mm² (0.3 in²) 77 mm² (0.12 in²)
Max signal pressure 138 kPa (20 psig) 138 to 345 kPa (20 to 50 psig) 345 to 827 kPa (50 to 120 psig)
Min signal pressure 21 kPa (3 psig) 48 kPa (7 psig) 69 kPa (10 psig)
Governor Drive
Input Shaft Keyed or 1.125” - 48 serrated.
Recommended Speed Range 250 rpm minimum to 1000 rpm maximum. Speeds in excess of 1000 rpm
are available but require single direction rotation. Oil coolers may also be
required. Please consult Woodward.
Maximum Speed Range The absolute minimum speed is 200 rpm. The absolute maximum speed is
1600 rpm.
Power Requirement Drive power for different types of PG governors will vary depending upon
speed, internal pump pressure, pump volumetric displacement, pump
efficiency, and oil viscosity. Contact Woodard if further information is
required.
Rotation Fixed clockwise, fixed counterclockwise, or reversible
Output
Power Cylinder Type and Travel Linear with 1-inch (25 mm) maximum travel or rotary with 30 degrees
maximum travel. When making connection to engine or turbine linkage, use
2/3 of the available governor terminal shaft travel between no load and full
load. Split overtravel at each end so that the governor can shut down the
prime mover and also give maximum fuel when required.
Maximum (stalled) Work Capacity:
Governor Operating Oil Work Capacities
Pressure Servo 16 J (12 ft-lb) Servo 39 J (29 ft-lb) Servo
690 kPa (100 psi) (std.) 16 J (12 ft-lb) 39 J (29 ft-lb)
1379 kPa (200 psi) 33 J (24 ft-lb) 79 J (58 ft-lb)
Usable Work Standard governors, 11 J (8 ft-lb) or 2/3 of maximum work
Pilot Valve
Plunger Movement Balanced between ballhead centrifugal force and speeder-spring force
Bushing Rotated integrally with governor drive shaft
Porting 4 round or 3 slotted
Control Characteristics
Steady State Speed Band ±0.25% of rated speed (under normal operating conditions)
Ballhead Assemblies Solid or spring driven oil damped
Operating Temperature Continuous operating temperature is 60 to 93 °C (140 to 200 °F). Consult
Woodward beyond these limits. Hydraulic pour point must be below lowest
expected starting temperature.
Hydraulic System
Oil SAE 10 to 50 oil depending on temperature
Viscosity 100 to 300 SUS under normal operating conditions
Self-Contained Sump Capacity Approximately 1.4 L (1.5 qt)
Relief Valves 690 to 1379 kPa (100 to 200 psi)
Operating Pressure 690 kPa (100 psi) normal, 1379 kPa (200 psi) optional
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Construction
Weight Approximately 36 kg (80 lb)
Case and Base Cast iron
Column Cast aluminum
Mounting
Configuration Vertical
References
Manual 36694, PG-PL Governors

PG-PL Governor Outline Drawing

(shown with 12 ft-lb linear servo/horizontal)
(Do not use for construction)
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29/58 ft-lb Differential Power Servo (linear output)

(Do not use for construction)

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