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Description
Product Description
This offering consists of two self-contained power generation barges (Barge 1 and Barge 4), each equipped with eight (8) General Electric Frame 5 Model N (MS5001N) gas turbines, delivering a total output of 160 MW per barge.
Both barges are designed as fully integrated floating power plants, capable of black start operation and configured to deliver power at 138 kV transmission output. The units are designed for operation on natural gas and/or liquid fuels, depending on the barge configuration .
The systems include full auxiliary infrastructure and control systems, providing a complete solution for rapid deployment or relocation-based power generation requirements.
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Electric |
| Model | Frame 5 (MS5001N) |
| Unit Type | Power Generation Barges |
| Quantity | 2 Barges |
| Turbines per Barge | 8 Units |
| Total Output (Per Barge) | 160 MW |
| Output Voltage | 138 kV |
| Fuel Type | Dual Fuel / Liquid Fuel (varies by barge) |
| Configuration | Self-contained floating power plants |
| Black Start Capability | Yes |
Barge Configuration
Barge 1:
- Total Output: 160 MW
- Fuel Type: Dual Fuel
- Control System: Petrotech PLC Turbine-Generator HMI (installed 2017)
- Excitation System: DECS400 static excitation
- Transformer: Westinghouse unit
- Note: One turbine (Unit 8) designated as retired
Barge 4:
- Total Output: 160 MW
- Fuel Type: Liquid Fuel only (convertible to dual fuel)
Common Auxiliaries & Systems
Both barges include:
- 160 MVA generator step-up transformer
- 480/13.2 kV auxiliary transformer (1 MVA)
- Cardox CO₂ fire protection system for gas turbines
- 125 VDC monitored battery system
- Cummins KTA19 diesel starting engines
- Lean head end combustion liners for reduced NOx emissions
- Utility connections for gas, fuel oil, and water supply
- Shore power capability for standby operation
Operating Data Overview
Each barge consists of multiple turbines with the following indicative operating ranges (based on unit data tables on pages 3 and 4):
- Individual unit output range: approx. 15.8 MW to 23.9 MW (seasonal ratings)
- Total fired hours per unit: approx. 13,800 to 18,100 hours
- Total starts per unit: approx. 3,000 to 4,300 starts
Detailed unit-by-unit operating data is available for both barges.
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