Slide 1: Wind Energy Solutions
Wind Energy Solutions PROTECT CONTROL SENSE — } > = 2021
Slide 2: Wind Energy
Wind Energy Wind Energy is the process by which the wind is used to generate mechanical power or electricity One of the fastest growing forms of clean energy Second largest renewable energy source for power generation Cost-effective Sustainable Fewer effects on the environment than many ot
Slide 3: Wind Energy Challenges
Wind Energy Challenges A wind turbine can have as many as 8,000 parts to operate Typical lifespan 20 to 25 years with proper maintenance and protection Runs 24/7 (if there is wind) Operates under vibration Has to operate in extreme temperatures Located in isolated or off-shore locations
Slide 4: Control, Sensing and Circuit Protection Solutions
Control, Sensing and Circuit Protection Solutions Benefits: Improves safety with protection from – Arc flash – Surges – Overcurrents Dc Disconnect Switches Arc-Flash Relays Enhances system efficiencies through – Temperature monitoring – Fault identification Minimizes downtime High-Speed Semico
Slide 5: Littelfuse Control, Sensing and Circuit Protection Solutions for Wind Turbines
Littelfuse Control, Sensing and Circuit Protection Solutions for Wind Turbines A Control B Bearings C Gear Box D Mechanical Panel Temperature Temperature Temperature Brakes Temperature Sensors Sensors Sensors Sensors D A B C E F G E Generator/Stator Winding Temperature Sensors F Switchge G Transform
Slide 6: POWR-SPEED High-Speed Semiconductor Fuses
POWR-SPEED High-Speed Semiconductor Fuses Provides overcurrent protection Designed for modern-day sensitive power electronics devices that require superior protection against overcurrent Offers extreme current-limiting protection Balanced performance for longevity Available in various sizes
Slide 7: Arc-Flash Relays
Arc-Flash Relays Protects against arc-flash Microprocessor-based device Uses optical sensors to detect the onset of a flash Responds in less than 1 ms Greatly reduces the total clearing time and the amount of energy released through an arcing fault Reduces damage to equipment Decreases d
Slide 8: Surge Protective Devices
Surge Protective Devices Safeguards components from transient overvoltage or surges Type 2 SPD2 series for branch circuits Higher nominal and total discharge current protection Globally compliant, pluggable design is easy to install Mitigates costly equipment damage Decreases downtime Ap
Slide 9: Temperature Sensors
Temperature Sensors Helps regulate the temperature in the system to increase efficiencies and prevent destruction of components from extreme temperatures Prevents parts from premature burnout or causing fires Increases efficiencies/maximizes output Decreases downtime Applications – Bearings
Slide 10: Temperature Sensors continued…
Temperature Sensors continued… Detects and measures the average heat or thermal energy in a medium Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Thermistors Known for their fast response Are ideal for temperature measurement and control applications Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) Preci
Slide 11: Dc Disconnect Switches
Dc Disconnect Switches Isolates circuits when repairs are needed Quickly breaks or resumes the flow of current safely Prevents shock hazards Protects personnel Energy-efficient and compact Application – Switchgear including disconnect devices 11 Confidential and Proprietary | Littelfuse, I
Slide 12: Information
Information For more information visit: Littelfuse.com/RenewableEnergy 12 Confidential and Proprietary | Littelfuse, Inc. © 2020
Slide 13: Thank You
Thank You 1-800-TEC-FUSE techline@littelfuse.com Littelfuse.com/RenewableEnergy 13 Confidential and Proprietary | Littelfuse, Inc. © 2020