PowerIT Synchronous Generators

for Diesel and Gas Engines

The global power in synchronous generators

ABB is the world’s leading supplier of synchronous motors and generators,

with more than a century of experience in manufacturing AC machines for industrial use.
Our products are designed for high reliability and efficiency, and our know-how and
experience, combined with the resources of ABB’s global organization, have made us
the preferred supplier for many applications.

We are a major supplier of brushless synchronous generators for diesel and gas
engines. Our generators are in use all over the world, producing power in electric
utilities and district heating plants, industrial plants, the marine and offshore sectors,
and similar applications. In every case we work with our customers, using our
application-specific know-how to ensure that their specific needs are met.

IndustrialIT
As a key element of its business strategy, ABB has committed to a broad ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power
program of product development and positioning under the IndustrialIT and automation technologies that
umbrella. This initiative is geared towards increasing integration of ABB enable utility and industry customers to
products as the ‘building blocks’ of larger solutions, while incorporating improve performance while lowering
functionality that will allow multiple products to interact seamlessly as environmental impacts. The ABB Group
components of real-time automation and information systems. of companies operates in around 100
countries and employs about 120,000
Motors, generators and drives represent fundamental building blocks in people.
the IndustrialIT architecture.

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Generating added value
ABB’s brushless synchronous generators
are typically used in decentralized power
plants where the prime mover is a medium or
high speed four-stroke reciprocating engine.
By providing extensive support to our
customers – who are mostly engine
manufacturers, electrical system suppliers,
generator set packagers or power plant
operators – we seek to generate added
value for them.
Recognizing our responsibilities
Environmental sustainability is of vital
importance to our company, and we are
committed to responding to demands for
enhanced environmental solutions.
In particular, our products are designed
to provide high levels of efficiency over
a long service life with low overall life
cycle costs.
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We understand the importance of flexibility
and on-time delivery, and we provide expertise in
integrating generators with the surrounding parts
of the overall power generation system.
By leveraging our economies of scale and using
highly standardized modular construction
methods, we are able to deliver consistently high
quality. We naturally work in compliance with
the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality and
environmental standards.
Output range at different speeds ....................... 4
Modular construction .......................................... 5
Cooling and protection ........................................ 6
Windings ............................................................... 8
Insulation ............................................................ 10
Stator ................................................................... 12
Rotor ................................................................... 13
Excitation and regulation systems ................... 14
Bearings .............................................................. 16
Accessories ........................................................ 17
Final testing ........................................................ 18
The ABB Group is also working hard in
the field of corporate social responsibility
– which it sees as the commitment by
business to contribute to sustainable
economic development, working with
employees, their families, the local
community and society at large to
improve the quality of life.
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Performance by design

Output range at AMG 400 - 630

different speeds 5

4
630

Output [MVA]
3
560

2 500

450
1
400

200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900
Synchronous Speed [rpm]

AMGe 355 to 500 AMG 710 - 2500

3.5 70

2500
3.0 60
500 2000

2.5 50
Output [MVA]

Output [MVA]
2.0 40
1600
1.5 30
400
1250
1.0 20
1120 900
355
0.5 10
710

1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900
Synchronous Speed [rpm] Synchronous Speed [rpm]

Design standards based on information from engine or generator

The electrical design is based on the relevant
IEC or NEMA standards and mechanical design
on the relevant ISO standards. In marine or
offshore applications the additional design
criteria of the applicable classification society
are followed. These societies include ABS,
BV, CCS, CR, DNV, GL, KR, LR, NK, RINA,
and RS.
Efficiency
Our generators are designed for high
efficiency, with losses minimized through
the effective use of materials, state-of-the-art
insulation and optimization of rotors, stators
and fan designs. This benefits users like power
plant operators as high efficiency helps to
save money, cuts operating costs and means
more electricity for the same investment.
Vibration tolerance
Generators coupled to reciprocating engines
are always exposed to engine induced
vibration, especially when the generator and
engine are built on a common base frame.
We use sophisticated design tools to analyze
the impacts of external torsional and linear
vibrations on the generator. This work is
set builders about the natural frequencies or global
vibration modes – like base frame horizontal and
vertical bending or torsion along the longitudinal
axis – to help ensure troublefree operation.
The generators withstand linear vibration up to
the limits specified in the relevant ISO standard
(typically 10 - 20 mm/s), which significantly exceeds
the vibration originating from the generator itself
(max 2.8 mm/s during final testing).
Recommended protections
The generators are built to withstand abnormal
situations such as unbalanced load, overcurrent or
overload in accordance with the relevant IEC or
NEMA standards. However, in order to avoid
damage to the generator in situations where the
permissible values are exceeded, the following
protections are recommended:

Thermal overload in stator winding

Network short-circuit

Stator interwinding short-circuit

Stator earth fault

Overvoltage

Unbalance load or shorted turns in same phase

Underexcitation or loss of synchronism

Undervoltage and intermittent loss of voltage

Monitoring of temperature detectors

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Modular construction
Modular design combined with a high
degree of standardization means shorter
manufacturing times. This benefits
customers in terms of faster lead times.
Mounting
All our synchronous generators are designed
for horizontal mounting. They are supplied as
integral units, even up to the highest sizes and
outputs. They therefore require no further
assembly on site, which means that installation
times are substantially reduced.
The most common mounting arrangements are:
IM code Description
IM1001 - two end-shield bearings, cylindrical shaft
end, feet down
IM1101 - two end-shield bearings, cylindrical shaft
end, raised feet
IM1205 - one end-shield bearing, flanged shaft
end, feet down
IM1305 - one end-shield bearing, flanged shaft
end, raised feet
IM2001 - two end-shield bearings, cylindrical shaft,
flange at D-end
IM7201 - two pedestal bearings, cylindrical shaft
end, feet down
IM7301 - two pedestal bearings, cylindrical shaft
end, raised feet
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ABB's R&D engineers work
closely with engine manufacturers,
using FEM and dynamic animation
techniques to determine various
vibration models, test critical
parts and verify that hazardous
mechanical resonances do not
occur in the generator.
Frame construction
The smaller generators feature a three part
modular frame consisting of the stator housing
and two end housings. The end housings are
precision machined and finally bolted or welded
to the stator housing, ensuring perfect alignment
and sufficient rigidity to withstand engine
induced vibrations. End-shield type bearings
are mounted on the end housings. The larger
generators are built in a self-supporting full frame
and equipped with integral pedestal bearings.
Corrosion protection
Our generators are designed and built to
withstand the applicable environmental
conditions. Screws, washers, all surfaces made
of steel, aluminum alloy, cast iron and all
insulation materials are treated in accordance
with the chosen paint system. Selection of a
suitable paint system gives reliable anti-corrosion
protection even under the most severe
environmental conditions. For moderate indoor
conditions the standard finish is a two-pack
epoxy paint that is moisture-proof in accordance
with the relevant standards. Solvent free
paints are used wherever possible in order
to minimize environmental impacts.
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Cooling and protection
There are three commonly used cooling arrangements:
open air, air-to-water and air-to-air.
An open air cooled generator (IC0A1)
with drip proof protection (IP23).
Open air cooling
Open air cooling can be used where the
air in the immediate environment is relatively
clean and there is adequate air circulation.
The cooling air is typically drawn in through
air filters, passed through the active parts of
the generator, and then exhausted back to the
environment. If the engine room ventilation
system cannot compensate for the temperature
gradient caused by the hot air, the generator
air outlet can also be ducted to allow the air
to be exhausted outdoors. Open air cooling
is the most typical solution for stationary
indoor power plants.
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A totally enclosed generator (IP 54) using an
air-to-water heat exchanger (IC8A1W7).
Air-to-water closed circuit cooling
The cooling air circulates in a closed circuit
through the active parts of the generator and
then through an air-to-water heat exchanger.
This configuration passes hardly any heat to
the surrounding environment, and represents
an ideal solution for situations where closed
circuit cooling is required due to installation
outdoors, installation in a hazardous area, or
whenever the quality of the surrounding air is
not otherwise suitable for direct cooling.
It is also ideal for installations in engine rooms
with limited ventilation, such as ships.
 Protection
The enclosures feature protection in
classes IP21, IP22, IP23, (drip proof),
or IP44, IP54, IP55 and IP56 (totally enclosed),
or equivalent NEMA protection classes.
Generators are also available for hazardous
areas in accordance with IEC/ATEX or
NEC definitions.

A totally enclosed generator (IP 54) using an

air-to-air heat exchanger (IC6A1A1).

Air-to-air closed circuit cooling

The cooling air circulates in a closed circuit
through the active parts of the generator
and through an air-to-air heat exchanger.
This solution is generally used in situations
where a closed circuit cooling system
– such as air-to-water cooling – is required
but water is not readily available. This cooling
arrangement requires an additional shaft
mounted or electric fan to ensure sufficient
air flow through the cooler.

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Windings
Form wound coils are used
for medium or high voltage
stators. High voltage coils
include a semiconducting layer
to decrease the electrical field
at the slot surface.
Stator winding and insulation classes
Low voltage windings up to 690 V are made
of random wound enameled copper wire.
All materials used including the vacuum
pressure impregnation resin exceed thermal
class H (180°C) requirements. Class H
temperature rise is standard, with Class F
or B rise also available.
Medium and high voltage windings up to
15 000 V are made of form wound rectangular
copper wire insulated with multiple layers of
glass-fiber reinforced mica-tape. A variable
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number of layers of insulating tape can be
applied to the copper coil depending on the
dielectric barrier defined by the voltage output.
All materials used including the vacuum pressure
impregnation resin exceed thermal class F
(155°C) requirements. Class F temperature rise
is standard, with Class B rise also available.
After insertion into the corresponding slots,
the coils are firmly held in place by means of
soft wedges and surge ropes at the coil heads
prior to vacuum pressure impregnation.
The completed process assures long and
trouble free service.

Rotor and exciter windings
Rotor and exciter windings are made to
match the insulation class of the stator.
This ensures high reliability and a long service
life even with asymmetric loads and
exceptional conditions.
The rotor windings are made of pre-formed
enameled rectangular copper wire.
Proper supports between adjacent windings
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The automated manufacturing process
uses ABB robots and is located in an
environmentally controlled area, ensuring
that each medium or high voltage coil is
produced with uniform and consistent
quality for the highest reliability.
are used to ensure stability up to the rated
overspeed. The windings are vacuum pressure
impregnated.
Exciter windings are made of enamelled
copper wire. Proper glass fiber supports are
used in the exciter rotor to ensure stability
up to the rated overspeed. The windings are
also vacuum pressure impregnated.
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Insulation

MCI insulation system

ABB uses the MICADUR® Compact Industry
(MCI) insulation system, which is based on the
vacuum pressure impregnation (VPI) method.
The vacuum pressure impregnation and curing
of the completely wound and connected stator
winding with a specially formulated epoxy resin
ensures a sealed and homogenous insulation
system, resulting in low dielectric strength,
excellent heat transfer and elimination of
hazardous internal partial discharges.

ABB has been using the MCI system for more

than 25 years. In that time it has been used on
tens of thousands of our larger machines, which
are operating successfully all over the world.
No primary insulation failures due to thermal
ageing have been experienced. Thermal lifetime
tests performed on the MCI system also show
that its endurance substantially exceeds IEC
and IEEE requirements.

MCI insulated windings require very little

maintenance. Usually it is sufficient to ensure
that the cooling ability of the winding is not
reduced by the ingress of moisture or dirt during
periods when the generator is not operating.

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 Surge withstand level (kV-peak)
70

60

50

40

30

20

10

0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Rated voltage Un (kV)

The VPI process features:

High vacuum cycle – removing air and
moisture from the voids and pores of
the insulation.

Highly stable epoxy resin – ensuring
superior protection under the most difficult
environmental conditions (against lubricants,
diesel oil, moisture, common solvents,
chemically aggressive gases, abrasive dust,
tropical climate etc.).

High pressure cycle – forcing the resin
into even the smallest pores.

Oven curing - after the VPI process has
been completed, stators and rotors are cured
in an oven at high temperature. This produces
very strong and stable insulation, exhibiting
high mechanical and electrical strength.
This is especially important in order to resist
inadvertent high stresses from out-of-phase
synchronization, transients and short circuits.

Even the largest wound stators and rotors

are impregnated as complete units. This ensures
that both the insulation and the mechanical
properties of the windings are excellent – which
means that they can withstand prime mover
induced vibrations and the mechanical stresses
caused by transients such as short circuits.

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Stator

The stator frame forms a rigid steel structure that

has been designed to withstand vibrations induced
by the prime mover.

Frames up to size 1120 are of modular type.

The stator core is welded into a cylinder, after
which the end-modules with feet are welded
or bolted to the stator core. The bearings are
flange-mounted on the end-shields.

For larger generators, full frames incorporating

both the stator core housing and feet, are used.
The bearings are mounted on pedestals integrated
with the frame, allowing installation of the
generator as a fully assembled single unit.
The stator core itself is built of stacked, high-grade,
low-loss laminated electric sheet steel, insulated on
both sides with a heat-resistant inorganic coating.
Radial cooling ducts ensure uniform and effective
cooling of the stator.

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Rotor

The characteristics of the rotor play a crucial

part in achieving the best possible levels of
electrical and mechanical performance.
As a result, ABB continues its development
work to optimize rotor designs.

State-of-the-art rotor technology provides higher

efficiency and improved reliability.

Shaft
The rotor comprises a shaft, a hub for larger
machines, and salient poles. The shaft is
manufactured of forged or rolled steel and
machined to exact specifications. Rotors for
frame sizes 1250 and greater are normally
equipped with a separate hub which is are secured to the shaft or hub by bolts from
shrink-fitted onto the shaft. The shaft ends above or below, or by means of dovetails.
are normally cylindrical or flanged. The poles are fitted with a copper or brass
damper winding.
Poles
The poles are normally manufactured from All rotor assemblies are vacuum pressure
2 mm laminated steel sheet. The sheets are impregnated (VPI) as complete units for
pressed together with inserted steel bars excellent insulation and mechanical strength.
which are welded to the end plates. After impregnation, the complete rotor assembly
The pole structure is integrated or the poles is dynamically balanced on two planes.

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Excitation and regulation systems

All ABB synchronous generators have brushless excitation

controlled by state-of-the-art automatic voltage regulators.
The generators are self-excited, and do not require any
external source of excitation power.

Terminal Boxes
The integrated terminal box is located
on top as standard and can be designed
to allow cable entry from either the right
or left side.

For models up to AMG1120 the standard

method of cable entry is from below,
for AMG1250 or larger, from the side.
Optionally, separate terminal boxes mounted
on the side of the generator are available,
featuring busbars outside the generator
frame and allowing connections from
any specified direction.

For auxiliary and instrument cables

separate auxiliary terminal boxes may
be supplied as required.

Typical main components: 2. Automatic voltage regulator (AVR)

1. Brushless exciter

Rotor with three phase armature winding
and rotating full-wave diode bridge rectifier
feeding main rotor field windings with
DC current

Stator with DC winding. The current to
the stator is supplied by AVR

Complete exciter is mounted inside
generator frame with easy access through
removable inspection covers.
Both analog and digital AVRs are available,
type used depending on level of performance
and variety of functions required. AVR is either
mounted directly inside generator terminal box
(small generators) or supplied on a mounting
plate designed for installation inside generating
set control panel (large generators).
Typical features of AVRs (depending on
type of AVR selected):

Voltage regulation in island mode with
droop-type reactive load sharing

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 Analog and digital AVRs are available for a perfect match with the application requirements.
Installation on mounting plates or inside generator terminal box.

Power factor control in parallel operation 3. Excitation power source

with grid

Excitation for sustained short circuit

Soft start

Over-voltage protection

Underfrequency protection

Under/over-excitation protection

Voltage matching

Rotating diode condition monitoring

Field winding thermal overload protection

Back-up arrangements with either manual
control or redundant double AVRs with
automatic or manual change-over

Voltage transformer, and current transformers
for excitation in short-circuit conditions, or

Auxiliary winding in stator, or

PMG (permanent magnet generator) mounted
outboard of the NDE bearing
4. Current transformer for actual value
measurement

Used for reactive load control in either
droop or power factor control modes

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Bearings
The choice of bearing arrangement and type is
based on factors such as load carrying capacity,
speed of rotation, type of prime mover coupling,
and client choice. Operating conditions such as
ambient temperature, air cleanliness, vibrations,
shock and inclination (marine and offshore
platforms) affecting the bearing are also taken
into account.
Antifriction bearings
(standard for AMG 400-630)
The bearing assembly is of the deep-groove
ball type. The DE bearing is blocked while the
NDE bearing is directly prestressed on the shaft.
Under normal operating conditions (lubrication,
alignment, vibration, temperature and
environment) and without undue external
load, the bearings are designed for a life
expectancy in excess of 50 000 hours.
A grease nipple is provided to ease periodical
changing of the grease in the bearing assembly.
Excess grease is ejected into a container that is
easily accessible for cleaning.
NDE bearings are insulated to prevent shaft
current circulation.
Accessories
We offer a large selection of accessories to
meet our customers’ requirements. Certain
accessories are included as standard, depending
on the size and type of generator. For non-
listed accessories, please contact us.
Measuring and monitoring

Pt-100 resistance temperature detectors
in stator slots

Pt-100 resistance temperature detectors
in stator core or teeth

Pt-100 resistance temperature detectors
in bearings

Pt-100 resistance temperature detectors
for hot or cooled air

Thermometers for cooling circuit or bearings
for local or remote monitoring

Leakage detectors for water cooled generators

Vibration probes for sleeve bearings

SPM nipples for antifriction bearings
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Flange sleeve bearings
(standard for AMG 710-1120,
optional for AMG400 to 630)
Sleeve bearings are flange-mounted on the
end-shield. Sleeve bearings withstand a high
level of vibration. They offer excellent quality
and performance, as well as first-class
reliability when driven by engines:

Because the bearing shells are seated in the
housing, the bearing assembly is highly suitable
for static as well as radial and axial dynamic loads.

Excellent heat transfer through the contact
surface of the shells makes them especially
suitable for high speed applications.

They are of the split type and easy to maintain.
Provided that the operating conditions are
carefully followed, their life expectancy is
practically infinite.
To prevent bearing damage from circulating
currents, all NDE bearing housings are
electrically insulated by means of non
conducting PTFE film.
The bearings are typically self-lubricated by
oil ring. The lubricating oil is picked up by the oil
ring and transferred directly to the shaft.
In the case of high ambient temperature or
Protection

Air filters at air inlet, standard or SOLAS

Anti-condensation heaters

Differential protection current transformers

Earth fault voltage transformers

Surge arrestors

Surge capacitors

Slip rings for rotor earth fault protection

Diode failure monitoring unit

Ex accessories for hazardous areas

Bearing insulation
Excitation and Voltage Control

Analog voltage/power factor regulators

Digital voltage/power factor regulators

Manual back up regulators with manual or
automatic switchover

Automatic back up regulators with manual or
automatic switchover

Regulator installed on mounting plate or in
free standing cubicle

Permanent magnet pilot exciters (PMG)
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inclined operating position (marine Flange mounted sleeve bearing
applications) an external cooling circuit for
the oil may be necessary, unless the oil
comes direct from the engine cooled lube
oil system.

Integral pedestal sleeve bearings

(standard for AMG1250-2500)
These bearings have the same fundamental
features as flange sleeve bearings, except that
they are mounted on a pedestal that is integrated
into the stator frame. Generators with integral
pedestal bearings are as easy to mount and
align as generators with flange mounted bearings.
The generators are delivered ready assembled
and require no further assembly Integral pedestal sleeve bearing
on site.

The air gap between the stator and rotor is

also factory set and does not need any further
adjustment during coupling with the prime
mover.

The bearings are lubricated by oil ring.

An external cooling circuit for the oil is
typically necessary, unless the oil comes
directly from the engine cooled lube oil
system.

Terminals Cooling Mounting

Integrated air insulated connection box
CuCu, CuNi or stainless steel,
Hold down bolts

Separate air insulated terminal box single or double tube, fresh or sea
Locking pins

Separate phase insulated terminal boxes water heat exchangers for air-to-
Jacking screws

Separate phase segregated terminal boxes water closed circuit cooling
Shims

Termination kits for phase segregated
Aluminum or stainless steel air-
Sole plates
terminal boxes to-air heat exchangers with shaft
Anchor bolts

Cable glands mounted secondary fans or electric
Separate steel frames

MCT Cable fans for air-to-air closed circuit
SAE flange

Auxiliary terminal boxes cooling
Handling
Shaft end modifications Hazardous area
Lifting beams

Flanged (for single bearing machines) modifications
Shaft extensions for rotor removal

Seaworthy packing

Cylindrical
Overall design for EEx nA/Ex n;
Impregnated seaworthy packing

Conical EEx e/Ex e; EEx p/Ex p (all ATEX
Tarpaulin packing
certified), or CI1 Div2 requirements
Lubrication systems
Purging and pressurization systems Documentation

Main or auxiliary terminal boxes

External lube oil cooling and to match hazardous area
Local language documentation
circulation units requirements
CD ROMs or printed

Jack-up pumps

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Final testing
Numerous tests are performed on
the generator components as they
progress from one manufacturing
stage to the next. These tests include
quality monitoring, inspections and
insulation reliability evaluations.
A set of final tests is performed once
all the parts and components have
been integrated, in order to verify
that the generator meets or exceeds
the customer’s requirements.
All tests are performed according to
IEC-34 unless otherwise specified.
Testing to NEMA MG 1, IEEE-115 or
marine classification society
requirements is available upon
request.
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Routine tests
The routine test program is performed
on every generator and is included in
the price of the generator.

Visual inspection

Air gap measurement and sleeve
bearing clearance check (larger
generators)

Insulation resistance measurement
before dielectric test

Winding resistance measurement

Checking of temperature detectors
and space heaters

Terminal markings and direction
of rotation

Axial play for unlocked bearings

Bearing run

Vibration measurement

No load point

Short circuit point

Testing of the automatic voltage
regulator

Overspeed test

Auxiliary check

Insulation resistance measurement

Dielectric tests

Insulation resistance measurement
after dielectric test
Type tests and additional tests
Type tests are performed in addition
to the routine tests. They are normally
performed on one machine in a series
of generators not previously
manufactured, or at the request of the
customer. Some tests may incur an
additional cost.

No-load curve

Short circuit curve

Heat run test (temperature rise test)

Losses and efficiency

Transient and subtransient reactance
measurement

Voltage wave form analysis
Special tests
Special tests may be performed to
verify the performance in special
conditions. They may, for example,
be based on customer specifications
or classification society requirements.
Such tests may include:

Determination of reactances and
time constants

Measurement of shaft voltage

Voltage wave form measurement

Sound level measurement.
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A reliable partner

Customer focus is an integral part of ABB’s internal processes.

It starts from the very first contact, extends through manufacturing and delivery
and continues with after sales service available around the world.

Application Engineering facilities to download documentation relating

In addition to its standard product range,
ABB is also a leading supplier of customized
generators. Our engineering department can
design generators that meet the customer’s
requirements in every respect. This flexibility
has made us a recognized leader in supplying
tailored solutions.
Documentation
Every generator is supplied complete with all
necessary operating and maintenance manuals.
This documentation should be studied prior to
installation and operation. The machine should
be inspected and maintained on a regular basis
in order to ensure continuous and reliable
operation.
to their generator, monitor the progress of
their unit through manufacturing, and even
witness tests on-line.
After Sales Services
ABB has built a global presence through its
worldwide organization and network of carefully
selected partners. As a result customers almost
anywhere in the world can easily contact our
manufacturing, engineering, marketing and
service support. This global reach is especially
important for customers in the marine sector
with generators installed onboard ships.
We aim to provide active support to all our
customers at every stage of the project and
beyond.

Online tools
ABB uses the Internet to provide information
and communicate with its customers.
Extensive information about the entire range
of synchronous generators is available at
www.abb.com/motors&drives An advanced online
Project Management Tool – eSolutions –
presently available for larger generators, provides
customers with a number of functions, including

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Reliable and efficient power. Worldwide

▲ AMG 400 generator for

a marine application in Norway,
Caterpillar engine.

▲ AMG 560 generator for

a power plant application in Angola,
MAN B&W engine.

▲ AMG 630 generator for ▼ AMG 500 generator for

oil&gas application in Algeria, marine application in Norway,
Caterpillar engine. Mitsubishi engine.

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 ▲ AMG 900 generator for
a power plant in Sudan,
Rolls-Royce engine.
Photo courtesy of
MAN B&W

▲ AMG 1120 generator for ▼ AMG 1600 generators in a

a power plant in Iraq, power plant in Grand Cayman,
MAN B&W engine. MAN B&W engines.

▼ AMG 900 generators in

a power plant in USA,
Wärtsilä engines.

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Motors and generators for every application

ABB produces one of the world’s most comprehensive ranges of motors and generators.
These high quality units are supplied to manufacturers of series built machines and
users of highly specialized and demanding industrial applications.

From 0.055 kW to 60 MW – a comprehensive

range of motors and generators for all industrial
applications.

Our range runs from a 0.055 kW standard motor
to a 70 MW generator, encompassing low and
high voltage, induction and synchronous,
and AC and DC motors and generators.
ABB motors and generators are designed for all
industrial applications, and a complete range of
options and auxiliary equipment is available.
Our products meet all widely used standards
and are approved for use in hazardous areas.
Protection classes include flameproof, non-
sparking, increased safety, dust ignition
protection and pressurized.
ABB is at the forefront of innovation,
development and new applications.

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ABB on the Internet

We provide extensive information about our range of

synchronous generators on the Internet. Visit our website
at www.abb.com/motors&drives

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Electrical Machines Rue du Général de Gaulle
P.O.Box 186 Champagne sur Seine
FI-00381 Helsinki FR-77811 Moret-sur-Loing
Finland France
Tel. +358 (0)10 2211 Tel. +33 (0)1 6074 6500
Fax +358 (0)10 22 22675 Fax +33 (0)1 6074 6565

http://www.abb.com/motors&drives