{"product_id":"8280-501-woodward-723plus-series-digital-generator-control-module","title":"8280-501 | Woodward 723PLUS Series | Digital Generator Control Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 8280-501\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance digital generator controller within the 723\/723PLUS control series, engineered to deliver precise regulation for diesel, gas, dual-fuel engines, and small turbine applications. 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