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Woodward 3171 / 3171A Fuel Metering Valve family (with TM55/TM100/EM35MR actuators) for industrial gas turbines; enumerated 8904-665, 8915-/8956- item numbers · 3171 Fuel Metering Valve
Last-Time-Buy
Still orderable, but Woodward last-time-buy ends Sep 30, 2027. Order or plan a replacement now.
The source lists a repair / overhaul window through Sep 30, 2037; contact Drake to confirm current availability.
Drake-recommended replacement
Drake confirms the correct replacement.
| Preferred item | Description | Applies when |
|---|---|---|
| GS40/GS50 Series | Woodward GS40/GS50 Series Fuel Metering Valve family (replaces the legacy lines), but NOT a direct replacement for the 3171 | No direct replacement; contact Drake to discuss packaging and control considerations / migration strategy |
Note: Woodward explicitly states it CANNOT offer a direct replacement for the 3171; the GS-Series replaces the legacy family overall but 3171 migration requires consultation. Enumerated 3171/3171A item numbers include 8904-665, 8915-1243/1283/1312/1316/1317/1331/728/729/897, 8956-777. Stop ship 2027-09-30; repair/overhaul to 2037-09-30 subject to component availability.
Lifecycle facts
| Woodward part number | 3171 |
|---|---|
| Product family | 3171 Fuel Metering Valve |
| Lifecycle status | Last-Time-Buy |
| Last-time-buy | Sep 30, 2027 |
| Inactivation | Sep 30, 2027 |
| Published repair window | Sep 30, 2037 |
| Source | PCN 07021 |
| Cross-reference confidence | Confirmed from the cited Woodward publication |
Source: PCN B07021, Rev B
✓ Sourced directly from the cited Woodward publication — Drake confirms the exact part before quoting
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