Based on vast field experience, Forward Hydro offers vertical and horizontal shaft machines equipped with multi-jet collectors for an output up to ~30 MW and with runner diameters up to 4m.
These turbines operate economically with the lowest discharges.
Characteristics of Forward Hydro Pelton turbines:
Head range from 60 m up to more than 1000 m
Capacity up to about 30 MW
Single- double-, three-, four-, five- or six-jet designs available
Horizontal or vertical shaft arrangements
Jet deflectors for outstanding dynamic performance
2 or 4 bearing gen-set arrangements
Well suited to sites with significant fluctuations in the water flow
Optimized optimize jet and runner designs for highest efficiencies
Spear valve controlled either electrically or hydraulically
Runner made from high grade, extremely wear resistant, stainless steel