Generator Gas Dryer (GGD II)
Water, oil, and other contaminants cause corrosion in critical areas of electric power generators, resulting in diminished efficiency and increasing the likelihood of forced outages. Increased dew point levels also detract from generator efficiency by increasing windage losses. E/One's Generator Gas Dryer (GGD II) is a dual-chamber system that continuously dries and recirculates generator cooling gas — even when the generator is on turning gear, which is a critical time to maintain low dew point.
Column regeneration is automated and takes place based on programmable inlet and outlet dew point levels. The GGD II has a secondary, programmable time-based regeneration feature, allowing you to set maximum times between regeneration (from zero to 30 days).
Generator Gas Dryer Features and Benefits
- Increased generator efficiency and reduced downtime
- Comprehensive water and contaminant removal
- Microprocessor controlled
- Designed for hazardous location operation
- Self-monitored drying process
- Standard electrical actuator
- Compact design (29.75" w x 83" h x 38" d)
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Generator Gas Dryer Specifications
| OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Technology Principle | Molecular sieve as a drying medium |
| Typical Flow Rate | 8-12 ACFM, Hydrogen |
| Typical H2 Consumption per Regeneration | 90 ft3 (2 meters3) per generation for Mode 2 Regenex(TM) |
| ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Input Voltage | 400/480 VAC Three Phase |
| Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Input Power | 3,000 Watts |
| Output Relays | 5A @ 250 VAC |
| 5A @ 30 VDC | |
| 100 mA @ 125 VDC | |
| Dew Point High, NO and NC | |
| Trouble, NO and NC | |
| Output Signals | 4-20mA current output (self-powered) |
| Input Dew Point | |
| Outlet Dew Point | |
| Area Classification | Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB + H2 |
| MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Ambient Temperature | 32 F to 125 F (0 to 52 C) |
| Maximum Pressure | 100 psi |
| Overall Dimensions | 83" H x 29.75" W x 38" D |
| Inlet & Outlet Connections | 3/4" ANSI Class 150 RF Flanges |
| Vent Connection | 1/2" ANSI Class 150 RF Flanges |
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Generator Humidity Monitor (GHM)
High moisture content (dew point) in hydrogen cooling gas is undesirable and can lead to a breakdown in the insulating system or assist in the development of stress corrosion cracking in retaining rings.
The supply of clean, dry hydrogen alone cannot assure low moisture content within the generator case because moisture vapors may be present in the seal oil system.
Knowing your dew point is critical. E/One’s Generator Humidity Monitor is a reliable, self-contained, panel-mounted system that provides continuous measurement of the moisture content. The combination of an advanced ceramic moisture sensor coupled with superior digital measurement circuitry provides a real time, stable reading. All sensors are fully interchangeable without the need for display recalibration. The dew point is indicated locally on an LCD display and remotely via a 4-20 mA output that corresponds to -100 to +20 C or -148 to +68 F (optional).
Generator Humidity Monitor Features and Benefits
- Advanced ceramic moisture sensor
- Superior digital measurement circuitry
- Designed for hazardous location operation
- Measurement range of -148 to 68 F (-100 to +20 C)
- 4-20 mA linear output signal
- Ambient temperature of 40 F to 140 F
- Interchangeable sensors
- NIST traceable
- Universal power input, 120/240 VAC