Comparison Between Different Types of Hydro Power Plant Turbines
The following table gives the comparison of different types, as regard with its type, head required for operation and specific speeds at which they can operate.
|
Sr. No. |
Types of Turbine |
Classification |
Head, meters |
Specific speed, r.p.m. |
|
1. 2. 3. |
Pelton wheel Francis Kaplan |
Impulse Reaction Reaction |
90 – 1100 m 14 – 300 m 3 – 30 m |
10 – 40 95 – 440 550 – 830 |