4 FAQs about Corrosion-resistant power cabinets for wind power generation
What is an offshore wind farm corrosion protection plan (RP)?
The emphasis is put on the protection of support structures of offshore wind farms. The RP can also be used for design of corrosion protection for other structures in an offshore wind farm, such as offshore substations or meteorological masts. The RP does not cover design of wind turbine components such as nacelle, rotor, generator and gearbox.
What is a passive corrosion protection system?
Different protection systems can be used to delay and mitigate corrosion initiation and its related consequences such as safety, structural integrity and service life. A passive approach to corrosion protection involves depositing a barrier layer that prevents contact of a material with the corrosive environment.
What is a Wind Turbine coating system?
A coating system consist of typically three layers. A first layer of galvanic protective thermal sprayed metal followed by an epoxy intermediate and a polyurethane topcoat has for many years been used in the Danish wind turbine offshore market and has become the most commonly used system for the non-immersed areas above the splash-zone .
Does the RP cover the design of wind turbine components?
The RP does not cover design of wind turbine components such as nacelle, rotor, generator and gearbox. For structural design of support structures DNV-ST-0126 applies. Recommendations regarding the corrosion protection of the machinery parts are given in DNV-ST-0361 Machinery for wind turbine s. The RP has been written for worldwide application.