Magnetic Power Drive 1800 (MPD 1800)

The following chart describes a 2MW high speed permanent magnet generator to couple directly to a prime-mover for a power generation application. This MPD 1800 is less than a quarter of the size of any 2MW machine in production.

This unit has an efficiency of over 98% and speeds up to 27,000 rpm, For a more detailed information, see the Performance Characteristics listed below. To read a press release on the most recent use for this unit click here.

1800kW 20,000 rpm Alternator Performance Characteristics

PARAMETER
VALUE
Machine Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Operating Speed Range 19,000 rpm - 22,500 rpm
Rated Operating Speed 27,000 rpm
Duty Cycle Continuous
Number of Poles 4
Number of Phases 3
Winding Configuration Star
Electromagnetic Weight (excluding housing)
  • Stator
  • Rotor
 
  • 190 kg
  • 174 kg (including solid shaft)
Weight (not including housing) 450 lbs
Cooling Liquid and air

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