Description

CONVERTEAM P110-6052 Power Supply Module

Product Description

The CONVERTEAM P110-6052 is a critical DC power supply or excitation module, likely designed for specialized industrial systems, particularly within the marine, energy, or heavy industrial sectors where Converteam (now part of GE Power Conversion) holds significant expertise. This module is engineered to provide highly stable and regulated DC power, potentially for critical loads such as the field excitation of a synchronous motor/generator, control system electronics, or specialized instrumentation. Its design emphasizes reliability, precision, and resilience in demanding operational environments, including those with high vibration, humidity, and electromagnetic interference. For detailed technical schematics, operating manuals, and specifications, please refer to the official technical resource: CONVERTEAM P110-6052. The integration of the P110-6052 into a system ensures that sensitive or powerful DC components receive clean, well-regulated power, which is fundamental to overall system stability and performance. Given Converteam’s focus on high-power conversion, this module is a key component in complex electromechanical systems where power quality and availability are non-negotiable.

Product Parameters

• Product Model: CONVERTEAM P110-6052
• Manufacturer: Converteam (acquired by GE, often referenced as GE Power Conversion).
• Module Type: DC Power Supply / Static Exciter / Control Power Module.
• Input Power: Specified AC input voltage and frequency (e.g., 3-phase 400V AC, 50/60 Hz) or possibly a DC input.
• Output Power: Provides one or more isolated DC output voltages. Common outputs include:
  • Excitation voltage/current for a synchronous machine (e.g., 0-150V DC, 0-500A).
  • Stabilized control voltages (e.g., 24V DC, 110V DC) for logic and relay circuits.
• Output Regulation: Features tight voltage and/or current regulation with low ripple, essential for stable machine operation.
• Control Interface: Includes analog/digital control inputs for setting the output level (e.g., from a regulator) and status/output feedback signals.
• Protections: Comprehensive protection against overload, short-circuit, overvoltage, overtemperature, and loss of input phase.
• Cooling: May be fan-cooled or convection-cooled, depending on the power rating.
• Communication: May include basic status relays or optional serial communication for integration into a monitoring system.

Advantages and Features

• High Reliability & Robustness: Designed for continuous duty in severe service applications, such as offshore platforms or naval vessels, with high-quality components and conservative ratings.
• Excellent Regulation & Stability: Provides precise DC output with minimal noise and fast transient response, crucial for maintaining stable generator voltage or precise motor torque.
• Comprehensive Built-in Protection: Integrated protective functions safeguard both the power supply itself and the connected load (e.g., a generator field winding) from electrical faults.
• Modular and Serviceable Design: Often designed as a modular unit within a larger cabinet, facilitating easier testing, maintenance, and replacement.
• Proven Application Heritage: Based on Converteam’s extensive experience in marine propulsion, power generation, and heavy industry, ensuring it is tailored for challenging real-world conditions.

Application Cases in Various Fields

• Marine Propulsion & Power Generation: Serves as the static exciter for the main synchronous generator or propulsion motor on a vessel, providing controlled field current for voltage and speed regulation.
• Oil & Gas (Offshore): Provides reliable control power or excitation for drill floor equipment, top-side process compressors, or emergency generator sets on a production platform.
• Hydroelectric Power Plants: Acts as the excitation system for the main generator, regulating the output voltage and reactive power (power factor) fed into the grid.
• Test Benches & Simulators: Used to provide precise, programmable DC power for testing large electrical machines or simulating grid conditions in a laboratory setting.

Comparison with Competing Products

The CONVERTEAM P110-6052 competes with specialized power conversion modules from companies like ABB, Siemens, and Basler Electric. Its key differentiator is its origin within Converteam’s/GE’s focused portfolio for high-integration, high-power systems, particularly in marine and industrial niches. Compared to standard industrial switch-mode power supplies, the P110-6052 is engineered for much higher power levels, greater environmental resilience, and specific functionalities like generator excitation control. Against more generic exciters, it may offer superior integration with Converteam’s overall system design and control philosophy. For legacy Converteam systems, it is the only fully compatible and performance-guaranteed option.

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

1. Exact System Role Identification: It is critical to determine the precise function of the CONVERTEAM P110-6052 in your specific system. Is it an exciter for a 5 MW generator, or a 24V DC control bus supply? The application dictates all other selection criteria.
2. Input/Output Specification Match: Meticulously verify the input power requirements (voltage, phase, frequency, kVA) and the required output parameters (voltage, current, power, regulation accuracy). Even minor mismatches can cause failure.
3. Control Interface Compatibility: Understand how the module is controlled (e.g., 4-20mA signal for voltage setpoint, binary enable signals) and ensure your existing regulator or PLC can interface with it correctly.
4. Cooling and Environmental Requirements: Confirm the module’s cooling method (forced air, natural convection) and ensure the installation location provides adequate airflow and stays within the specified ambient temperature and humidity range.

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