LM6000 Aeroderivative Gas Turbines

The LM6000®, recognized for high performance, high reliability, and true operational flexibility, is a dual-rotor, "direct drive" gas turbine derived from the CF6-80C2, high-bypass, turbofan aircraft engine.

Offering a 25 percent simple-cycle power increase and an 18 percent boost in exhaust energy for cogeneration applications, GE introduces the next generation of its proven LM6000 Aeroderivative Gas Turbine: the LM6000-PG with single annular combustor (SAC), and the dry low emissions (DLE) LM6000-PH.

Features & Benefits

Direct drive for 50 Hz or 60 Hz power generation +52 MW simple cycle block size
Up to 42 percent simple cycle thermal efficiency (over 52 percent for CC) with high part-power efficiency
High dispatch reliability and availability
Cycling capability without impacting maintenance intervals
Zero to 100 percent load in 10 minutes
Dry low emissions (DLE) providing 15 ppm NOx on natural gas
Variable speed for mechanical drive
Lightweight, compact, modular design

Application
Over 1000 LM6000 Gas Turbines shipped and over 21 million hours of operation. The LM6000’s superior reliability and operational excellence is the engine of choice globally. Applications in power generation for combined cycle or peak power. Other applications include combined heat and power for industrial and independent power producers.

Typical users:

Hospitals

Airports

Pulp and paper plants

Cement plants

Mining plants

Refineries

Gas pipelines

Oil & gas production
Regional Considerations

Based on the same aircraft engine modular design to optimize on-site maintenance and maximize availability, the LM6000 design allows the engine to be removed for overhaul to a depot, and a spare or exchanged engine to be installed to continue production within 3-4 days. This provides unmatched availability.
Design
The LM6000 has outstanding operational flexibility, including:

Fast starts, zero to 100 percent load in 10 minutes

Cycling, multiple starts/day or following the demand load with high part load efficiency and no maintenance penalty

Wide range of fuels (gas and liquids), including low Modified Wobbe Index (MWI). Dry Low Emissions (DLE) technology capable of dual fuel operation to 15 ppm NOx for gas fuels

Lightweight, small footprint, modular package
Specifications
The LM6000-PG base capabilities include:

53.3 Mwe power output

8,589 Btu/kWe-Hr heat rate

314.8 lbs/sec exhaust flow

865 deg F exhaust temperature

90 dba noise capability, with 85 dba options

(ISO conditions, 60 Hz, with water injection to 25 ppm NOx)
On-site Capabilities

The LM6000 package is factory built, with final assembly onsite. Site preparation includes fuel supply, foundation, and electrical transmission capabilities. Inlet and exhaust designs can be optimized for sand, salt, and noise requirements at that site.
Testing Capabilities

Every LM6000 is factory tested to its rated power, using the same procedures as flight engines. The performance is reported to the customer before the engine is shipped to site. The optional string test, demonstrates the engine and package combination are ready for service upon arriving on site.
Customization
Dual Fuel Combustor allows distillate or natural gas fuels, able to switch from one fuel to the other without shutting down

Dual Fuel Dry Low Emissions (DLE) with NOx control when burning distillate or natural gas fuel

Steam augmentation for increased power output and efficiency

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LM6000 Aeroderivative Gas Turbines

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LM6000 Aeroderivative Gas Turbines

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