Kaplan Turbine for Low-Head Power Stations
The Kaplan turbine is well-suited for low-head power stations, generally used for heads of 2-30 meters. Flow through the runner is always along the axis, and the unit structure follows a vertical layout.
Technical Specifications
Product Overview
High-Efficiency Low-Head Power Generation
The Kaplan turbine is specifically engineered for low-head power stations, typically operating within a 2-30 meter range. Featuring an axial flow design and a vertical layout, it ensures optimal energy extraction in varied hydroelectric environments. The turbine is available in fixed-blade configurations for steady loads and adjustable-blade configurations for larger capacity stations with fluctuating flow requirements.
Technical Specifications
Operating Head Range
2 m
Minimum Head
30 m
Maximum Head
Available Designs
- Fixed-blade Kaplan (Simple structure, small-medium capacity)
- Adjustable-blade Kaplan (Large capacity, high variability)
- Flow Direction
- Axial
- Unit Orientation
- Vertical
Manufacturing Quality
- Construction Standards
- CNC Precision MachinedHigh-Performance Blade Geometry
