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Description / Abstract:
This Code provides for the testing of gas turbines supplied with
gaseous or liquid fuels (or solid fuels converted to liquid or gas
prior to entrance to the gas turbine). Tests of gas turbines with
emission control and/or power augmentation devices, such as
injection fluids and inlet-conditioning, are included. It may be
applied to gas turbines in combined cycle plants or with other heat
recovery systems.
This Code provides for comparative (back-to-back) tests designed
to verify performance differentials of the gas turbine, primarily
for testing before and after modifications, uprates, or overhauls.
Improvements to achieve additional performance may include
application of 1 advanced gas path components, modification of
combustion system, control scheme changes, increased mass flow, and
changes to the inlet and exhaust systems of the gas turbine. The
Code does not apply to the following:
(a) gas turbines where useful output is other than power to
drive a generator or other load device.
(b) environmental compliance testing for gas turbines for stack
emissions and sound levels. Procedures developed by regulatory
agencies, ANSI, other ASME PTC Committees, or other equivalent
standard, are available to govern the conduct of such testing.
(c) overall plant power and thermal efficiency of gas turbine
combined cycle and cogeneration facilities. Refer to ASME PTC 46 or
equivalent standard.
(d) absolute or comparative performance of specific components
of the gas turbine.
(e) performance of auxiliary systems of the gas turbine power
plant, such as inlet cooling devices, fuel gas booster compressors,
etc.
(f) operational demonstration tests and reliability testing.
(g) itemized performance changes that are the result of multiple
actions, such as modifications, repairs, or cleanings (i.e.,
compressor, inlet air filtration systems, etc.).