KEEP YOUR GAS TURBINE RUNNING STRONG
Replace your existing
exhaust thermocouples for
more accurate readings
and reliable operation
INSTALLATION IS KEY
It’s time to replace the most important sensor in your gas turbine
Accurately measuring the temperature of your gas turbine’s exhaust gases is critical to the unit’s performance. In fact, it is possibly the most important measurement in the gas turbine. Thus, reliable and robust exhaust thermocouples (TCs) are a priority for every operator.
Have you had trouble getting your exhaust TC to seat properly? Or have you experienced limitations from exhaust spread? If so, it’s a good time to plan for a replacement with the latest, most accurate exhaust TC.
CONTACT GE TODAY
MORE RELIABLE, EASIER MAINTENANCE
The advantages of replacing your gas turbine’s thermocouples
Replacing your gas turbine’s exhaust thermocouple will result in more accurate exhaust gas temperature sensor readings, which will in turn help increase the life of your TC and all associated parts. If for any reason the new TC needs to be replaced in the future, it’s a quicker and easier process because of the way it’s engineered: A single, connected shield means that only the TC needs to be replaced—no need to also replace the cabling from the radiation shield to the junction box.
Ease of maintenance
50% fewer parts need to be replaced
Improved reliability
Avoid damage to your TC
Reduced outage time
Installation time is reduced by up to 50%
Improved plant availability
In the last 3 years, our solution could have avoided as many as 130 unplanned outages
Proven Experience
The new stud type TC is installed on >100 of our units globally
REMOVE THE GUESSWORK DURING INSTALLATION
The latest stud-type TC is engineered to fit your unit
The configuration of the latest stud-type TC addresses the main issue with previous models: Human error. Because the TC tip is a standard length that will fit your turbine, there’s no guesswork in making sure it’s properly seated and installed in the radiation shield, and no risk of overtightening the fitting. With proper installation, not only will you prolong the life of your TC, you will have a correct reading that provides insights into any anomalies with your combustion operation.
The studded thermocouple is the result of a three-year development program initiated to further improve exhaust thermocouple engineering and significantly reduce the maintenance hours needed to replace the thermocouple in the field.
Key features of the studded thermocouple:
Standard tip length to ensure quicker, easier installation
Single-unit sheath eliminates the need to replace cabling during upgrade
Hermetically sealed to protect the TC from high-temperature infrared damage
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLE
Applicable to the following gas turbine types
Fr.5
6B
7E
9E
6F
7F
9F
Time to install
Up to 3 days
To learn more about how GE can replace your exhaust thermocouples, contact us today.