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8 MW
The North American variant
Built on experience Rotor
This wind turbine is the North American variant of the
Diameter: 90 m
V90-1.8 MW, which was introduced in Europe in 2004,
with over 1,000 units now in operation world wide. Area swept: 6,362 m2
Based on the proven V80 variable speed technology Nominal revolutions: 14.5 rpm
in operation around the globe since 2001. Operational interval: 9.0 to 14.5 rpm
Designed to maximize energy capture for medium Number of blades: 3
wind regimes (IEC IIA) to further improve upon the
Power regulation: OptiTip pitch and variable speed
V80 reputation as a reliable performer
Air brake: Full blade feathering with 3
pitch cylinders.
1,250
1,000 Gearbox
750
500
250
Type: 3-stage planetary/helical
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0 5 10 15 20 25
Wind speed (m/s)
Control
Type: Microprocessor-based control of all the
turbine functions with the option of
remote monitoring. Output regulation
and optimisation via variable speed and
OptiTip pitch regulation.