GE Power & Water

GENERATORS
For Multi-Shaft or Single-Shaft Operation

The GE generator product line is divided into three classifications based on the cooling method: air, hydrogen, and water. Air cooling,
the least complex method of cooling, is preferred for lower output ratings and has the added benefit of ease of maintenance. The
hydrogen cooled generator is completely sealed for operation with hydrogen gas as the cooling medium. The water cooled generator
combines the architecture of a hydrogen cooled unit with direct armature winding cooling via deionized water passed through the
stator bars. This enhances power density, which provides higher output and industry-leading efficiency in a smaller package.

AIR COOLED (GEN-A) UP TO

Increased Performance 98.7% EFFICIENCY

• T otally enclosed water to air (TEWAC) or open ventilated (OV) 11.5 kV – 15.8 kV
Terminal Voltage (50 Hz)
cooling configurations.
•O
 ption to ship fully assembled for ease of handling and installation. 13.8 kV – 19.0 kV
Terminal Voltage (60 Hz)
•C
 ontinuously adjustable alignment with fixators (no shims). Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz
•R
 obust configuration handles a full range of ambient conditions, including Power Factor 0.80 0.85
weather extremes and environmental contaminants. Apparent Power 50 MVA to 220 MVA 50 MVA to 335 MVA
Efficiency Up to 98.7% Up to 98.7%
Terminal Voltage 11.5 kV to 15.8 kV 13.8 kV to 19.0 kV

HYDROGEN COOLED (GEN-H) UP TO

Highly Efficient 99% EFFICIENCY

• Well suited for combined cycle or simple cycle applications on both 15.8 kV – 21.0 kV
Terminal Voltage (50 Hz)
steam and gas turbines.
• Automated hydrogen gas control and sealing, enabled by the Mark* 18.0 kV – 25.0 kV
Terminal Voltage (60 Hz)
VIe Control System, reduces the need for manual intervention in
accessories operation.
Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz
• Upgraded end shield reduces deflection for improved seal system
Power Factor 0.80 0.85
performance, accommodates increased drive train axial expansion
and improves access to seal casing and bearing housing for ease of Apparent Power 300 MVA to 590 MVA 240 MVA to 630 MVA
maintenance. Efficiency Up to 99% Up to 99%
Terminal Voltage 15.8 kV to 21.0 kV 18.0 kV to 25.0 kV

WATER COOLED (GEN-W) UP TO

Tailored to Individual Applications 99% EFFICIENCY

• Incorporates the most advanced technology and robust construction 16.5 kV – 22.0 kV
Terminal Voltage (50 Hz)
for enhanced operability and ease of maintenance.
• GE’s advanced brazing technology provides the most reliable 19.0 kV – 24.0 kV
Terminal Voltage (60 Hz)
water cooled bar in the industry.
Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz
• Automated hydrogen gas control and sealing, enabled by the
Power Factor 0.80 0.85
Mark* VIe Control System, which also reduces the need for
manual intervention in efficient accessories operation. Apparent Power 590 MVA to 890 MVA 630 MVA to 800 MVA
Efficiency Up to 99% Up to 99%
Terminal Voltage 16.5 kV to 22.0 kV 19.0 kV to 24.0 kV
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GENERATOR PRODUCT PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW

GE takes generator performance seriously
and builds machines to demanding
Innovation and Proven
specifications that keep customers on the Technology for Reliable
leading edge of efficient, reliable output. Operation
Systems install fast, integrate easily, and
Stator
deliver the power needed with more uptime.
 1 O
 ne-piece stator frame configuration
With more than 10,000 generators shipped
eases installation and alignment.
around the world serving diverse applications,
High-strength isolation system construction
GE understands the operational challenges promotes low structural vibration.
and offers a complete range of configurations  2 G
 E’s Tetraloc* end-winding technology
and cooling technologies to help meet unique helps maintain mechanical integrity
performance specs. GE fully integrates our throughout the generator’s operating life.
engineering with manufacturing and life
cycle services solutions, to keep customers’ Rotor
operations reliable and available.  3 C
 omputational fluid dynamics (CFD)
analyses improve overall performance in
Modular Generator
Architecture
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 onstant cross-section core segments
achieve higher product ratings.
• Each additional step is run through
comprehensive model engineering rigor
to ensure all electrical and mechanical
specifications are met.
• Common end components drive greater
spare parts efficiency, interchangeability,
and maintenance familiarity.
• Four structured families covering all three
generator cooling technologies.
H8 MODEL

Cooling Technologies a simplified radially cooled field winding.

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 E GEN-A (air cooled) generators are an Armature Insulation System
ideal choice for power system applications  4 M
 icapal III* stator bar insulation
that demand simple, flexible operation. technology enables higher power
density with advanced voltage stress
• GE GEN-H (hydrogen cooled) generators, and thermal conductivity capabilities for
with low gas density, high specific heat, greater armature performance. H81 370 MW

and high thermal conductivity, are

excellent for high efficiency applications. Flexible Terminal Lead
Arrangements
• GE GEN-W (water cooled) generators are  5 A
 ll generator models are available H82 394 MW
efficient, operate within a small footprint with either leads-up or leads-down
when high output requirements exceed arrangement to complement GE steam
the cooling capabilities of air cooled or turbines with axial or side exhausts and
conventional hydrogen cooled generators. capture the value of reduced centerline H83 418 MW
height foundations.
PRODUCT
50 Hz
GEN-W Up to 98.7% Efficiency
60 Hz H84 442 MW

50 Hz
GEN-H Up to 99% Efficiency
60 Hz

50 Hz
GEN-A Up to 99% Efficiency
60 Hz H85 465 MW
(50 Hz, 0.80 PF)
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900
Output (MVA)

5 Generator Naming Convention

1 GE GEN- H 6 5 
4 2 A = Air-Cooled
3 H = Hydrogen-Cooled
W = Water-Cooled
Even first digit:
4 = Small
6 = Medium
8 = Large

Final digit = step/output size directional indicator

within the small, medium or large families (i.e. 5
is a bigger unit with more output than 4).
Relative statements are with respect to GE technology
unless otherwise noted.

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