The MARSTON 50 kW wind turbine combines electric-motor yaw control with hydraulic disc braking. For buyers planning a wind power project, understanding these systems is an important step toward selecting the equipment and defining the installation requirements.
Here is a closer look at the current configuration and the information needed to start a project discussion.
Electric-motor yaw control
The current 50 kW configuration uses an electric motor to drive the yaw mechanism, turning the nacelle to align the turbine with the wind.
Yaw control forms part of the turbine’s operating system. The controller coordinates yaw movement with other operating and protection functions according to the equipment configuration.
For a project specification, the yaw mechanism should be identified alongside the controller, braking system and power conversion equipment. Together, these elements define how the proposed turbine system will operate.
Hydraulic disc braking
The turbine uses hydraulic disc braking alongside its electric yaw drive.
In the current configuration, a small hydraulic pump supplies braking pressure through an electric linear actuator. This arrangement does not use a separate hydraulic station.
The distinction matters when reviewing equipment specifications: the yaw mechanism is driven by an electric motor, while the disc brake uses hydraulic pressure. Both should be included in the technical description of the supplied equipment.
Understanding the electrical configuration
For the described grid-connected configuration, 380 V refers to the line-to-line voltage at the converter’s grid output.
The converter connects the turbine’s electrical generation system to the project’s grid interface. Its selection therefore needs to account for the required voltage, frequency and applicable connection requirements.
When discussing an off-grid project, the starting information is different. The load profile, operating schedule and proposed electrical system are needed to evaluate the equipment configuration.
What does the starting wind speed mean?
The stated starting wind speed of 2.5 m/s describes the point at which the rotor begins turning.
Electrical output follows when sufficient rotational speed and the required operating conditions are reached. This distinction helps buyers interpret the specification when comparing turbines or discussing a site’s wind conditions.
Project evaluation should consider the available wind information together with the proposed turbine and electrical configuration.
Preparing your project inquiry
A useful initial inquiry includes:
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Project location and wind information: site location, available measurements and relevant site conditions.
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Electrical requirements: grid voltage and frequency, or the loads and operating schedule for an off-grid project.
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Installation conditions: proposed tower arrangement, site access and available installation space.
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Required supply scope: turbine, controller, converter, tower coordination and other requested equipment.
These details provide a practical basis for reviewing the equipment, identifying information still needed and preparing a project-specific quotation.
Explore the 50 kW platform
View the MARSTON 50 kW Electric Yaw Wind Turbine for the product overview.
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