SIT INSTREAM TURBINE

The SCHOTTEL Instream Turbine is a real lightweight and yet a robust generator of hydrokinetic energy. It is based on the fact that reducing turbine size leads to a better ratio of power and material use.

A SIT produces 70 kW rated, grid-ready electric power based on two rotor diameters (4.0m and 6.3m). Thanks to its modular approach, a higher overall power can be reached with a larger number of turbines.

SIT can be implemented in river and tidal applications.

DESIGN FEATURES

ADVANTAGES

Horizontal axis free flow turbine
Passive-adaptive composite blades
No active pitch mechanism
Safe and reliable sealing system
Robust drive train with two-stage planetary gearbox
Optional multi-disc brake
Induction generator
Passive cooling by ambient water
Innovative control strategy

Robust, simple and lightweight
Low investment cost
Low maintenance cost
Scalable in terms of quantity
Flexible modular approach
High efficiency and low thrust
Easy transportation

The Power of the Tides

Follow the journey of the SME and SCHOTTEL HYDRO teams, and learn more about our company philosophy as we develop and deploy the PLAT-I tidal energy platform in Scotland before its journey to Nova Scotia, Canada.

SCHOTTEL INSTREAM TURBINE SIT250

A brief look into the workings of an SIT250 - the 70kW version of the SCHOTTEL Instream Turbine. These turbines power PLAT-I, SME's inshore tidal energy platform.

Turning the Tide

SIT250 and PLAT-I featured on the "Made in Germany" section of Deutsche Welle's Business Magazine programme.