New MWM TCG 3016 and TCG 3020 Engines and Retrofit Kits for Hydrogen Operation
MWM 25H2 Retrofit Kits for Gas Engine Series TCG 3016 and TCG 3020
- Operation with hydrogen is an effective solution to cut greenhouse emissions.
- The hydrogen admixture helps to comply with laws and regulations implemented for the purpose of reducing greenhouse emissions, such as the 44th Federal Immission Control Ordinance (BImSchV) and renewable energies laws.
- New engines of the TCG 3016 and TCG 3020 series are designed for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of 25 vol%.
- With the MWM retrofit kits, which comes in two editions, existing plants with TCG 3016 gas engines can quickly and easily be converted for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 20 vol% or up to 25 vol%.
- With the retrofit kit, existing plants with TCG 3020 gas engines can be converted for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%.
- Hydrogen admixture of 25 vol% enables an 8-percent reduction of greenhouse emissions compared to natural gas-only operation.
- Hydrogen production from renewable sources reduces greenhouse emissions, enabling sustainable plant operation.
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Retrofit kit for MWM TCG 3016 gas engines
Performance data of the MWM TCG 3016 gas engine series
Content of the MWM 25H2 kit for TCG 3016 gas engines
Retrofit kit for MWM TCG 3020 gas engines
Performance data of the MWM TCG 3020 gas engine series
Content of the MWM 25H2 kit for TCG 3020 gas engines
Benefits of the MWM retrofit kit
Brochure MWM 25H2-Kit for TCG 3016 gas engines
Brochure MWM 25H2-Kit for TCG 3020 gas engines
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Retrofit Kit for MWM TCG 3016 Gas Engines
Upgrade now: 25H2 kit for existing plants with MWM TCG 3016 gas engines, for more sustainable hydrogen operation and long-term reduction of greenhouse emissions.
The European Union intends to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Plant operators need to furnish evidence of their compliance with laws and regulations imposing strict emission limits. Hydrogen from renewable sources is a key element for the sustainable energy generation of tomorrow. Advanced hydrogen technology along with green hydrogen from sustainable production represents a climate-friendly alternative to fossil energy sources for distributed power generation with gas engines. MWM gas engines are ready for operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 10 vol% without any modifications. Within the scope of its expanded product offering in the field of hydrogen, MWM now offers TCG 3016 gas engines suitable for permanent operation, base load supply, and peak load operation with natural gas with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%. New engines of the TCG 3016 series support these hydrogen admixtures by design and are ready to use. For existing plants, MWM offers the MWM 25H2 kit for retrofitting gas engines of the TCG 3016 series for operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%.
Performance Data of the MWM TCG 3016 Series
The MWM gas engines of the TCG 3016 series are offered in an output range from 400 kWel to 1,000 kWel. The series stands out with top electrical efficiencies of up to 43 percent and low gas consumption. TCG 3016 gas engines support the flexible use of various gas types. Customers who order new engines of the TCG 3016 series get a unit that is ready to use with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%. For plant operators who would like to convert their existing MWM gas engines of the TCG 3016 series for operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 20 vol% or up to 25 vol%, MWM offers the retrofit kit in two variants.
Natural Gas Applications with 25 vol% Hydrogen (NOX ≤ 500 mg/Nm3* / 1.0 g/bhph*)
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3016 V08 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 Vol.-% Hydrogen Kit | TCG 3016 V12 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 Vol.-% Hydrogen Kit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Hz | 60 Hz | 50 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Electrical output | kW | 400 | 400 | 600 | 600 |
| Thermal output ± 8% | kW | 403 | 423 | 614 | 637 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 42.8 | 41.9 | 43.0 | 42.4 |
| Thermal efficiency | % | 43.1 | 44.4 | 44.1 | 45.0 |
| Total efficiency | % | 85.9 | 86.3 | 87.1 | 87.4 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 0.99 | 0.94 | 0.98 | 0.94 | |
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3016 V16 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 Vol.-% Hydrogen Kit | TCG 3016 V16 S+ High Density plus 25H2-Kit = Increased power densitiy with 25 Vol.-% Hydrogen Kit | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Hz | 60 Hz | 50 Hz | ||
| Electrical output | kW | 800 | 800 | 1000 |
| Thermal output ± 8% | kW | 816 | 848 | 1092 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 43.3 | 42.2 | 41.5 |
| Thermal efficiency | % | 44.2 | 45.1 | 45.7 |
| Total efficiency | % | 87.5 | 87.3 | 87.2 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 0.98 | 0.94 | 0.91 | |
* for 5 % O2 and dry exhaust gas
** according to ISO 3046-1
*** The power to heat ratio is calculated by dividing the electrical efficiency by the thermal efficiency. Please remember that this is a theoretical value that may deviate from actually measured values.
The values given in this table are information purposes only and not binding. The information given in the offer is decisive. Other unit variants with other generators are available.
Content of the MWM 25H2 Kit for TCG 3016 Gas Engines
The MWM retrofit kit for existing plants is offered in two editions: Depending on their needs, plant operators can convert their gas engines with the retrofit kit for hydrogen admixture of up to 20 vol% or of up to 25 vol%.
MWM Retrofit Kit for up to 20 vol% H2
- Gas line retrofit (Tesnit BA-U seal kit)
- Inlet manifold (cylinder with individual 0.7 mm flame arresters)
- Wastegate (needed for V8 and V12)
- Software: TPEM 1.8.2 (optimized ignition parameters)
- Turbocharger (optional nozzle ring replacement)
MWM Retrofit Kit for up to 25 vol% H2
- Replacement of the gas line
- Inlet manifold (cylinder with individual 0.7 mm flame arresters)
- Wastegate (needed for V08 and V12)
- Software: TPEM 1.8.2 (optimized ignition parameters)
- Turbocharger (optional nozzle ring replacement)
Retrofit Kit for MWM TCG 3020 Gas Engines
Use the 25H2 kit to upgrade existing plants for operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%.
The new engines of the MWM TCG 3020 series are suitable for permanent operation, base load supply, and peak load operation with natural gas with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%. MWM offers retrofit solutions for existing plants with MWM TCG 3020 gas engines. With the MWM 25H2 kit for TCG 3020 gas engines, these units can be retrofitted for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of 10 to 25 vol%. Hydrogen admixture of up to 10 vol% is already supported by the TCG 3020 series without any technical modifications.
Performance Data of the MWM TCG 3020 Series
MWM TCG 3020 gas engines are offered in an output range from 1,380 to 2,300 kWel. The series is suitable for flexible use in various application scenarios and with various gas types and stands out with extremely low oil consumption and high levels of efficiency. Customers who order new engines of this series get a unit that is ready for flexible use with hydrogen. MWM offers the 25H2 kit for plant operators who want to retrofit their existing plant with an MWM TCG 3020 gas engine for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%.
Natural Gas Applications with 25 vol% Hydrogen (NOX ≤ 500 mg/Nm3* / 1.0 g/bhph*)
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3020 V12 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | TCG 3020 V12 R+ High Response plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high total efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical power** | kW | 1,380 | 1,380 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 44.6 | 43.9 |
| Thermal efficiency (±8 %) | % | 42.5 | 43.6 |
| Total efficiency | % | 87.1 | 87.5 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 1.05 | 1.00 | |
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3020 V16 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | TCG 3020 V16 R+ High Response plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high total efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical power** | kW | 1,840 | 1,840 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 44.6 | 43.6 |
| Thermal efficiency (±8 %) | % | 42.6 | 43.9 |
| Total efficiency | % | 87.2 | 87.5 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 1.05 | 0.99 | |
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3020 V20 P+ High Efficiency plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high electrical efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | TCG 3020 V20 R+ High Response plus 25H2-Kit = Optimized for high total efficiency with 25 vol.% hydrogen kit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical power** | kW | 2,300 | 2,300 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 44.6 | 43.6 |
| Thermal efficiency (±8 %) | % | 42.6 | 43.9 |
| Total efficiency | % | 87.2 | 87.5 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 1.05 | 0.99 | |
| Engine type Configuration | TCG 3020 V20 PV+ High Efficiency for Requested Power plus 25H2-Kit = Optimiert für hohen elektrischen Wirkungsgrad bei geforderter Leistung mit 25 Vol.-% Wasserstoff Ausrüstung | TCG 3020 V20 RV+ High Response for Requested Power plus 25H2-Kit = Optimiert für hohen Total efficiency bei geforderter Leistung mit 25 Vol.-% Wasserstoff Ausrüstung | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical power** | kW | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Electrical efficiency** | % | 44.0 | 43.3 |
| Thermal efficiency (±8 %) | % | 43,6 | 44,6 |
| Total efficiency | % | 87.6 | 87.9 |
| Power to heat ratio *** | 1.01 | 0.97 | |
* for 5 % O2 and dry exhaust gas
** according to ISO 8528-1
*** The power to heat ratio is calculated by dividing the electrical efficiency by the thermal efficiency. Please remember that this is a theoretical value that may deviate from actually measured values.
The values given in this table are information purposes only and not binding. The information given in the offer is decisive. Other unit variants with other generators are available.
Content of the MWM 25H2 Kit for TCG 3020 Gas Engines
The MWM 25H2 retrofit kit is offered for the TCG 3020 gas engine series. The kit enables all models of the series to be retrofitted for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of 10 to 25 vol%.
MWM 25H2 retrofit kit for TCG 3020 gas engines:
- Explosion relief valve (safe operation with hydrogen)
- Inlet manifold (one flame arrester per cylinder)
- H2-capable gas trains (zero pressure and inlet pressure)
- Software: TPEM 1.8.2 (optimized ignition parameters)
Benefits of the MWM Retrofit Kit
Upgrade your plant for sustainable hydrogen operation! The MWM retrofit facilitates the conversion and includes excellent coaching by the MWM Service throughout the process. The MWM retrofit kits for hydrogen admixture of up to 20 vol% and up to 25 vol% have been custom-tailored to the MWM TCG 3016 gas engine series. By retrofitting your plant, you will be able to comply with stricter emission limits, boost your operational efficiency, and ensure your plant’s long-term economic viability.
Your benefits at a glance:
- Investment in your plant’s sustainability through use of a sustainable energy source
- Simple solution for retrofitting your plant
- Custom-tailored to MWM TCG 3016 gas engines
- Regulations-compliant reduction of greenhouse emissions
- Higher operational efficiency
- Preservation of your plant’s long-term economic viability
- Intensive coaching by the MWM Service throughout the process
Brochure MWM 25H2-Kit for TCG 3016 Gas Engines
The TCG 3016 series now offers the possibility of natural gas operation with hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol.% for both 50 Hz and 60 Hz. In addition to new engines, retrofit solutions are available for existing units in the field.
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Brochure MWM 25H2-Kit for TCG 3020 Gas Engines
New plants with the TCG 3020 series are now suitable for natural gas operation with a hydrogen admixture of up to 25 vol%, both for 50 Hz and for 60 Hz. Retrofit solutions are available for existing plants.
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