Computer Controlled Hydroelectric Power Plant with Pelton Turbine

The Computer Controlled Hydroelectric Power Plant with Pelton Turbineto investigate and study the operation of hydroelectric power plants based on Pelton turbines. It also allows for the analysis of the mechanical characteristics of this type of turbine.

ATENG 11431 — Computer Controlled Hydroelectric Power Plant with Pelton Turbine

(for main items)

• With this unit there are several options and possibilities:
• Main items: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
• Optional items: 7, 8, 9 and 10.
• Let us describe first the main items (1 to 6):
• 1HPPP Unit:
  Bench-top unit.
  Anodized aluminum frame and panels made of painted steel.
  The unit includes wheels to facilitate its mobility.
  Main metallic elements made of stainless steel.
  Diagram in the front panel with distribution of the
  elements similar to the real one.
• Includes:
• Pelton turbine:
• Speed range: 0 – 1600 rpm.
• Nominal power: 1 kW.
• Torque: 6 Nm.
• Number of buckets: 20.
  2 x servo-driven injectors.
• Generator / Brake:
• Output power: 1 kW.
• Nominal voltage: 3PH, 400VAC + N + GND.
• Speed range: 0 – 1600 rpm.
• Pulley diameter: 290 mm.
• Effective radius: 160 mm.
• Computer controlled water pump:
• Maximum pressure: 8 bar.
• Maximum water flow: 106 l/min – 5 bar.
• Nominal power: 3 kW 3PH.
• Frequency drive: Unit: ATENG 11431
• Nominal power: 3 kW.
• Pressure sensor:
• SP-1: 0 – 30 psi (0 – 2 bar).
• SP-2, SP-3, SP-4: 0 – 100 psi (0 – 6.7 bar).
• Load cell - force sensor: 0 – 50 N.
• Flow sensor: 5 – 150 l/min.
• Speed sensor: 0 – 10000 rpm.
• Water transparent tank:
• Capacity: 130 l approx.
  Manual drain valve.
  Main manual valve.
• Pressure gauge: 0 – 15 bar.
  Two x servo-driven valve.
  Security pressure switch.
• The complete unit includes as well:
  Advanced Real-Time SCADA.
  Open Control + Multicontrol + Real-Time Control.
  Specialized Control Software based on LabVIEW.
  National Instruments Data Acquisition board (250 KS/s, kilo samples per second).
  Calibration exercises, which are included, teach the user how to calibrate a sensor and the
  importance of checking the accuracy of the sensors before taking measurements.
  Projector and/or electronic whiteboard compatibility allows the unit to be explained and
  demonstrated to an entire class at one time.
  Capable of doing applied research, real industrial simulation, training courses, etc.
  Remote operation and control by the user and remote control for technical support,
  are always included.
  Totally safe, utilizing 4 safety systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic & Software).
  Designed and manufactured under several quality standards.
  Optional ICAI software to create, edit and carry out practical exercises, tests, exams,
  calculations, etc. Apart from monitoring user's knowledge and progress reached.
  This unit has been designed for future expansion and integration. A common expansion is
  the Scada-Net (ESN) System which enables multiple students to simultaneously
  operate many units in a network.