Main Characteristics of Gas Turbine and Gas Engine
Kawasaki offers gas turbines and gas engines. They each have their own characteristic features, and we thereby provide the optimal energy solution to suit the needs of the customer.
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| Gas Turbine | Gas Engine | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Ratio of Cogeneration |  |
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| Electrical Efficiency (LHV) | 29-33% | 48.5-49% |
| Total Efficiency of Cogeneration (LHV) |
80-83% | 63.5-77% |
| Electrical Efficiency (Partial Load) | Good | Very Good |
| Exhaust Heat | High exhaut gas temperature and amount | Low exhaust gas temperature |
| NOx Emissions (O2=15%) | 15-25ppm (DLE) | 57ppm |
| Vibration | Ultra Low | Low |
| Machine Size | Small | Large |
| Start-up Time | 20min. | 10min. |
| Maintenance Interval | Very Long | Long |
*Above information is under the same generation capacity (5MW-8MW)
