Reivax upgrades GE EX2100E exciter for 226MVA generator
Learn how Reivax designed, manufactured, installed and commissioned a front-end control upgrade on a GE EX2100E static excitation system.
All digital excitation systems faces a “mid-life” crises after 15-20 years of operation. While the system can continue to operate for a longer time, access to replacement parts and technical support becomes more and more difficult. There may also be some cyber security concerns because of older digital technology and operating systems that are not supporting security patches for new threats etc.
A common misconception is that only the OEM is able to undertake this type of upgrade. However, Reivax specializes in excitation system life extension projects that involves all different OEMs. OEM replacements include GE EX2100E/2100/2000, ABB UNITROL F/P/5000, Basler DECS300/2100/ECS2100, Siemens EX-1/EX-2, Andritz Thyne and others.
The case study provides more in-depth explanation of how REIVAX successfully extended the life of the customer’s excitation asset by upgrading the control section with new RTX Power excitation controls
REIVAX RTX Power static excitation system is used in hydro and non-hydro generating plants as well as for synchronous motor applications.
Feel free to contact our sales team if you have any excitation system that needs a controls life extension. Regardless of the OEM, Reivax can help.
Derek Monk Christian Al-Hallaq Mike Wallin
derek.monk@reivax.com christian.al-hallaq@reivax.com mike.wallin@reivax.com
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