American Electric Technologies Inc. (AETI) has introduced wind converters designed for wind turbines rated 500 kW and higher that use direct-drive, multi-pole generators.
By utilizing a flexible power conversion platform with space vector control and high mean-time-between-failure power output modules, AETI is able to implement 50 Hz or 60 Hz, three-phase wind power converters that meet IEEE 1547.1 wind power applications, according to the company. UL based applications are also possible.
AETI's converters are packaged into NEMA 3R configurations that address the turbine original equipment manufacturer's tower or nacelle physical confines and environmental conditions.
Liquid-cooled sealed enclosures eliminate the need for air filters and their maintenance, reducing servicing of the converter when installed up- or down-tower. In addition, remote condition monitoring and metering systems can be embedded within the converter for integration with wind farm supervisory control and data acquisition systems implemented as a part of a complete preventative maintenance system, according to the company. Â
SOURCE: American Electric Technologies Inc.
