Hydropower Products

Hydropower Turbines

Water turbines used in hydropower plants for converting the kinetic energy of flowing water into mechanical energy to power a generator to produce electricity
Hydropower Turbines

A hydro turbine-generator unit is a power generation system that produces electricity by converting the kinetic energy of flowing water into mechanical energy through a water turbine, which in turn drives the rotor of a hydro generator.

In a hydropower station, water is concentrated by a dam and directed through a pressurized penstock to the turbine. The force of the water causes the turbine to rotate, and this mechanical motion drives the connected generator, producing electrical energy.

Using the natural energy of flowing water, hydropower turbines offer a reliable and sustainable solution for industrial challenges. Designed for optimal efficiency and durability, water turbines ensure a consistent, eco-friendly energy supply. By reducing dependence on fossil fuels, hydropower turbines significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, water turbines do not depend on fuel price volatility, offering financial stability in energy costs over time.

Choosing hydropower turbines, you invest in innovative technology that supports a cleaner environment, stronger industries, and smarter water management.
Tubular Turbine
Tubular Turbine

Tubular turbines, also known as horizontal-axis turbines, are a type of water turbine where the water flows mainly along the horizontal axial direction within the flow passage without turning. This axial flow characteristic allows for a larger runner diameter and improves both the turbine’s water flow capacity and hydraulic efficiency.

  • Water head: 2-25m
  • Power output: 100kW to 8000kW
  • Flow rate: 2-100m³/s
Pelton Turbine
Pelton Turbine

Pelton turbines are hydraulic prime movers that convert the kinetic energy of water into mechanical energy. This is achieved by using a specialized water guide system to direct a high-speed free jet onto the runner buckets, causing the runner to rotate and perform work.

  • Water head: 200-800m
  • Power output: 100kW to 20MW
  • Flow rate: 0.3-10m³/s
Francis Turbine
Francis Turbine

Francis turbines, also known as mixed-flow turbines, are suitable for medium to high head applications, typically ranging from 20m to 310m. They are widely used in modern hydropower plants due to their stable operation, compact structure, and relatively high average efficiency.

  • Water head: 20-310m
  • Power output: 100kW to 30MW
  • Flow rate: 0.5-20m³/s
Kaplan Turbine
Kaplan Turbine

Kaplan turbines are reaction turbines in which water flows axially into the runner and exits along the blades in the same axial direction, converting hydraulic energy into mechanical energy. The runner consists of the runner body, blades, and draft tube cone.

  • Water head: 3-30m
  • Power output: 50kW to 30MW
  • Flow rate: 1-50m³/s
Frequently Asked Questions

Our company supplies turbines classified by their operating principles into impulse turbines and reaction turbines. Impulse turbines generate rotational motion by the impact of water jets on the turbine runner, while reaction turbines are driven by the reactive force produced as water flows over the blades.

Our reaction turbine stock includes:

  • Mixed-flow (Francis) turbines
  • Axial-flow (Kaplan) turbines
  • Tubular (propeller) turbines.

The tubular turbine is a perfect choice for very low head and very high flow rates, offering large flow capacity, high specific efficiency, and the advantage of requiring no excavation.

Structurally, tubular turbines can be classified into:

  • Spherical
  • Pit-type
  • Siphon-type
  • “S” type

A Pelton wheel turbine is a type of impulse turbine, in which the water jet flows tangentially onto the runner buckets. The water in a Pelton turbine has a high velocity, and the turbine extracts energy by reducing the water jet velocity through impulse action.

Impulse turbines are primarily employed for high water head and low flow rate conditions.

In a turbine, the blades or buckets are strategically positioned to redirect the water flow, thereby altering its momentum. The change in water momentum generates a corresponding force that causes the rotor or turbine runner to rotate. A key factor in this process is the magnitude of the momentum change, as it directly affects the applied force. The greater the momentum change, the higher the force exerted, which enhances the energy conversion efficiency.

  • Power generation: Water turbines are extensively employed in hydropower plants to convert the energy of flowing or falling water into electricity, providing a reliable and renewable energy source
  • Industrial processes: Water supply mechanical power for various industrial applications such as milling, pumping, and driving machinery, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity
  • Water supply and irrigation: Water turbines drive pumps in water supply systems and irrigation networks, facilitating the effective distribution of water for domestic and agricultural use
  • Flood control and water resource management: Regulating the flow of rivers and reservoirs, hydraulic turbines play a crucial role in flood prevention and the management of water resources.
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  • Experience
    Since 2004

    21+ years of experience

  • Power range
    30MW

    Power range: 50kW-30MW

  • Annual output
    150 Units

    Annual output: 150 units of 5,000 kW turbine generator sets