Turbine-Compressor Test Rig

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This test rig is based on two electric motors of DC currents, the combination of which can deliver (in compressors) or even absorb (from turbines or small gas turbines) a maximum power of 420kW at 3,000 rpm. This is coupled by a gearbox which increases the rotational speed to 80,000 rpm. The adjustment of rotational speed is performed with the same manner as the compressor rig; therefore the manual selection of the desired rotational speed is stabilized by the automatic control system with retroaction. This test rig covers the needs for the development of small size Turbomachinery and also allows the test of compressors, turbines and autonomous small land based gas turbines.

Specifications

Max. Power: 420 kW
Max. Speed: 80,000 RPM
Gearbox Ratio: 26.6:1
DC Motor Speed: 3,000 RPM