LM6000i.qxd 9/11/06 11:42 AM Page 1GE MarineLM6000Marine Gas TurbineThe LM6000 is a simple-cycle, two-shaft, high-performance gas Performance: LM6000 Gas Turbine Data**turbine that is derived from GE’s CF6-80C2 high bypass turbofan Output59,900 shp (44,700 kW)aircraft engine. Taking advantage of the CF6-80C2 low-pressure SFC.329 lb/shp-hrsystem’s normal operating speed of 3600 rpm, the LM6000 couplesHeat rate6,049 Btu/shp-hrloads directly to the low-pressure turbine shaft. This feature allows 8,119 Btu/kWs-hrthe commonality of the CF6-80C2 and the LM6000 to be maintained.8,5 kJ/kWs-hrThe results are low-cost, field-proven parts for the LM6000. The lowExhaust gas flow286 lb/sec (130 kg/sec)pressure compressor features independently controlled variable inletExhaust temperature849°F (454°C)guide vanes and variable stator vanes to modulate airflow, ensuringPower turbine speed3600 rpmfast, easy startup/shutdown—even under partial loads. The high**Average performance, 59°F, sea level, 60% relative humidity, no lossespressure compressor is mated to an efficient annular combustor formaximum fuel economy. Incorporation of advanced airflow andcooling technologies helps the LM6000 have unprecedented parts life,Max Power vs. Ambient Temperatureand provide reliable and efficient power, low fuel consumption, and70Baselow NO)x, carbon monoxide, and unburned hydrocarbon emissions,55 MW00600Wwhich is critical for marine applications.,501M x p50t45uphtsuDirect-Drive Means More Useful Power( tu4040O tpftaThe LM6000’s power comes directly from the low pressure rotoruO3035hSshaft. There is no free-spinning power turbine, and in 60-cycle 30 MWapplications such as an electric drive ship, no gearbox is required.020406080100Inlet Temperature (°F)Loads are coupled directly to the turbine’s cold or hot end. Eliminatingthe free power turbine allows for greater flexibility in ship design andbetter use of valuable space.LM6000 Gas TurbineThe LM6000 weighs only 17,336 pounds (7,880 kg) which is less thanhalf the weight of other large aeroderivative gas turbines. The entire unit is only 193.5 in long, 85 in wide and 81 in high (4.91 x2.16 x 2.03 m) so you can generate more power in less space. The compact LM6000, with its great environmental and high thermalperformance, is an ideal gas turbine for consideration in ship propulsionsystems design when high power output is a requirement.LM6000 Marine ModuleLM6000i.qxd 9/11/06 11:42 AM Page 2LM6000Marine Gas TurbineLM6000 Marine Gas Turbine - GensetSpecific QualificationsThe LM6000 marine gas turbine can be coupled with an electric While the LM6000 has not yet been applied for ship propulsion, manygenerator making an LM6000 marine gas turbine-generator set. Thedesign studies have been performed showing its viability. More thanLM6000 genset is ideal for military ship applications for which electric600 of these units have been built for industrial applications, drivingdrive is the propulsion system of choice.electric generators for utility and industrial power generation. At sea,14 units are used aboard floating production storage and offloadingDimensions*vessels, accumulating over 260,000 operating hours. More than Base plate width169.6 in (4.36 m)7 million operating hours have been accumulated on all the LM6000s,Base plate length650 in (16.5 m)experiencing a fleet-wide reliability greater than 99%.Enclosure height193.3 in (4.9 m)Base plate weight151 tonsCombustion Package VentilationExhaust Gas ExitTEWAC ACAir InletAir InletBleed Air(top or side)GeneratorDuct flow areasInlet90 sq ft (8.36 sq m)Exhaust57 sq ft 9 (5.3 sq m)*Exact dimensions, weight and performance vary with the specific generator selectedPerformance**Output42,800 kWHeat rate8,348 Btu/kW-hrInlet PlenumPersonnel DoorGas TurbineSingle-Lift BaseThermal efficiency40.8%**Average performance, 60 Hz, 59°F, sea level, 60% relative humidity, 4 in. waterinlet loss, 6 in. water exhaust lossLM6000 Gas Turbine-Generator SetContact us at www.ge.com/marineOther product sheets are available on the LM500, LM1600, LM2500, LM2500+ and LM2500+G4.AE-28203i (08/06)