2-Stage Turbocharging Gas Engine Experience in the Region
(Room Garuda 9, 1st Floor)
20 Sep 18
9:30 AM
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11:00 AM
Tracks:
TRACK E - Distributed Energy Resources
GE was the first company to introduce 2-stage turbocharging gas engines in 2010, and since then more than 350 units have been delivered around the world in the 4.5 to 10 MW output range. They are used for all types of applications, from baseload captive power and IPP installations to peaking and combined heat and power applications. Two-stage turbocharging technology allows to increase engines output and achieve higher electrical efficiency. In addition to better performance, this technology allows to run the engine at full power without derating at higher ambient temperatures and higher site elevations. The higher electrical efficiency and sustainable output at higher ambient temperatures make GE’s 2-stage turbocharging gas engines an excellent fit for Southeast Asia installations. In this paper, we will discuss the technology and our field experience with 2-stage turbocharging gas engines. Case studies from installations in Southeast Asia will explain customers’ applications and operating experience with distributed power plants in the 5 to 50 MW range based on 2-stage turbocharging gas engines.