Eaton Corporation’s electrical and hydraulic wind-power equipment help transform wind into reliable power and will be on display in Booth #11462. Company products and services span a spectrum of requirements, from small scale to utility-grade needs. Equipment on display at WINDPOWER 2010 includes:
Low voltage power circuit breakers maintain peak efficiency and reduce the time and costs associated with maintenance. The Series NRX low-voltage-power circuit breaker keeps processes up and running and helps protect equipment in the nacelle. It features broad capabilities, a compact size that allows for easy integration into new and existing structures, and it withstands rugged climate conditions. Innovative features for mounting and tool-less accessories are the result of decades of field experience and testing.
The low voltage power circuit breaker provides capabilities of a power circuit breaker in compact size of a molded case breaker. Series NRX offers continuous current ratings from 800 to 1,600A, and an interrupting capacity up to 65 kiloamperes (kA) at 508 Volts alternating current (Vac), and 42 kA at 690 Vac. Further, its innovative mechanism design drives extended maintenance-free contact life. To keep systems up and running, the Series NRX is tested to 20,000 mechanical operations and 10,000 electrical operations, exceeding third-party standards. It meets Underwriters Laboratories standards UL489 and UL1066, as well as International Electrotechnical Committee (IEC) 60947-2.
High performance Series G molded case circuit breakers provide high performance branch circuit protection for step-up transformers at tower bases and ancillary loads in the nacelle. Third-party tested to global standards, this product line features many safety options including ground fault protection and an Arc Reduction Maintenance System, which reduces arc flash incident energy up to 30%. Engineered for reliable performance over a wide temperature range (-20 to +70°C), additional ranges are possible using factory-modified designs.
The Series G includes thermal magnetic, electronic circuit breakers, and molded case switches. They are rated up to 690 Vac, 15 to 2500A, with an interrupting capacity up to 200 kA at 480 Vac and 65 kA at 600 Vac. The Series G family meets UL489, CSA 22.2 No.5, Conformite Europeenne, and KEMA KEUR standards.
VCP-Wi medium voltage (38 kV) vacuum circuit breakers help manage power reliably, efficiently, and safely. The devices are engineered for wind farm collector substations, as well as industrial and commercial applications, and feature a reduced footprint. Maintenance requirements are minimized with the use of enclosed long-life vacuum interrupters, and the component arrangements allow for easy access. VCP-Wi’s direct roll-in configuration simplifies handling and relocation of the breaker. Eaton’s VCP-Wi medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers are rated up to 38 kV, 2500A (without fan cooling) and 31.5 kA.
XT IEC Vacuum contactors (580 to 2,450 A) meet the evolving needs of small and large wind-power systems. These high-amperage contactors can be used to control the power circuit in standard wind power configurations, including fixed speed, doubly fed, and permanent magnet types. Eaton offers vacuum contactors up to 1,000V that include:
- Highly efficient switching
- Extended life
- Flexible control scheme
- Compact design
- Reduced energy consumption and simplified control wiring
The SL line of medium voltage vacuum contactors improve safety, reliability, and performance, even in dusty or corrosive environments. With ratings from 2,300 to 15,000V and current ratings to 800A, the Eaton SL contactor offers solutions for medium to large wind-power systems. Facilitating installation flexibility, they feature reduced weight and size. The long-lived contactors can minimize maintenance. The SL contactors are rated for 160A through 800A for frame sizes at 7.2 kV, and 250A at 15 kV, and are tested to 300,000 electrical operations. Further, SL medium-voltage contactors offer field adjustable control voltages and drop out times.
SVX9000 adjustable frequency drives are a compact, modular solution to variable-speed applications, and can be configured to specific requirements. They feature a wide voltage range, high overload ability, and a user-friendly alphanumerical keypad. High performance drives for demanding applications, the SVX9000 include:
Increased micro-processing power
- Encoder feedback
- High resolution analog inputs
- Speed and torque loop capability
- Customizable software and ease of operation
Ampgard SC9000 medium voltage adjustable frequency drives combine innovative technology with reliable design and construction. The drives are for use with induction or synchronous motors at 2,400 to 4,160V and up to 5,750 hp. The SC9000 features a small footprint, clean and quite operation, modular roll-in roll-out inverter, a fully integrated drive, and efficient variable-speed operation. Further, the SC9000 requires comparatively little equipment space, does not need external auxiliary power supplies, and has reduced power consumption. It meets UL, Canadian Underwriters Laboratories (cUL), Seismic, IEEE519 standards.
A broad range of sensors are available for applications requiring sophisticated non-contact sensing, rugged mechanically actuated switches or reliable safety products. With application engineers who specialize in the variety of sensing technologies, Eaton can help navigate the product-selection process to fit specific requirements.
Sensors for the wind industry include:
iProx for tough inductive sensing. iProx is a versatile, high performing and economical sensor for applications where high sensing performance and inventory consolidation is an issue. The broad product offering includes more than 100 models in four-wire dc and two-wire ac, different barrel sizes, and a variety of connection options. Standard features include extended sensing ranges, high noise-immunity, extreme durability and it contains an embedded microprocessor that lets it perform unique sensing functions at extended ranges. Further, there are a variety of advanced features that allow for full customization to specific application needs.
VoltageWatch: Where power quality is a concern, this sensor facilitates monitoring supply voltage levels, identifying undervoltage or overvoltage conditions, and helping protect critical motors and electronics. A high-performance, RMS voltage sensor in single and three-phase installations, it provides isolated analog output proportional to rated nominal voltage sinusoidal and nonsinusoidal (variable frequency) situations, and is applicable on nominal circuits of 120, 240 and 480V.
CurrentWatch: A comprehensive family of current sensors, current switches, and ground fault sensors, CurrentWatch sensors are capable of measuring ac and dc current and are for monitoring power use and providing diagnostics for electrically powered equipment. The product offering includes battery bi-directional dc-current sensors, which is designed for renewable energy sources that require advanced battery storage and monitoring systems.
Hydraulic power units. The company offers a comprehensive line of industrial power units, including verticals, horizontal, L’s, overheads, JIC and custom configurations. Eaton standard system products incorporate simple power units, bar manifolds and pump/motor groups, which are configurable with Eaton’s Packaged Systems Configurator (PSC2.0). In addition to engineered standard configurations, Eaton’s Application and Commercial Engineering (ACE) Group can design, manage, and help install custom power units for special applications. Specializing in different applications and requirements for custom systems, Eaton has a network of approved integrators.
Aeroquip brand “MatchMate Global” braided and spiral hydraulic hoses offer:
- Higher working pressure
- Increased temperature ratings
- Superior abrasion resistant covers
State-of-the-art materials and technology let MatchMate Global hoses extend product life and prevent hose failures, typically the result of cover abrasion. Further, the hoses meet and exceed relevant SAE and EN standards.
Pitch control cylinders with integral valves, the Vickers LESA Series TT servo actuator, combines a high performance hydraulic cylinder and a control valve mounting manifold in one convenient package. Advanced, closed-loop motion control comes from the addition of a proportional or servo valve and a precision non-contacting feedback transducer, and appropriate electronic controls.
The LESA series of servo actuators eliminate need for separate hydraulic manifolds, plumbing between control valve and cylinder, transducer mounting brackets, and other complex arrangements. With the option of a cast aluminum cover, a position transducer can be conveniently and safely contained within the cylinder assembly. This lets the LESA Series TT servo actuator work comfortably in harsh environments that can easily damage most electric servo motors with ball screws and other types of actuators.
Incorporated into the design of the pitch control cylinders, Eaton’s Vickers proportional valves have product breadth and width consisting of onboard electronics (OBE) & non-OBE, full functionality, complete sizes, and different performance levels to meet various customer demands. The KB family of proportional valves integrated OBE with superior reliability and durability.
Yaw brake, drive brake and pitch control power units are high-performance, low noise, small packages built for harsh environments. Eaton’s Vickers brand provides quality hydraulic power units and innovative equipment for power and motion control needs with state-of-the-art screw-in cartridge valve technology. Eaton offers a comprehensive range of cartridge valves for the wind industry.
With the spread of Manifold Circuit Design to encompass a variety of hydraulic markets, Eaton incorporates customer specifications and creates a simple and robust manifold. For added flexibility and function, manifolds can be packaged with Eaton’s industrial valve line or a range of other hydraulic products.
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