AB-PG-0001.2 KaplanBlade EN
AB-PG-0001.2 KaplanBlade EN
AB-PG-0001.2 KaplanBlade EN
Power Generation
Hydropower – Kaplan Turbine Blades
Kaplan water turbines employ an adjustable The Oerlikon Metco Solution
propeller that allows the turbine to efficiently work Protect Kaplan blades from erosion and cavitation with
in various flow conditions. However, turbine Oerlikon Metco HVOF materials and application equipment.
efficiency can be reduced as a result of exposure n Extend Kaplan blade service life
of the propeller blades to erosive media, such n Ensure high turbine efficiency
as sands, silts and gravels. The blades are also n Maintain expected turbine power output
subject to fluid erosion and cavitation.
Kaplan Blades
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