Wind Turbine Gearbox Maintenance Costly? Long-Life Oil Filter Elements Strategy
December 21, 2023
Wind turbine filter changes require cranes and downtime. Short element life increases annual maintenance and accelerates bearing pitting if oil particles exceed limits.
Use 10 μm β≥1000 depth glass-fiber elements for return/circulation filtration. Anti-static layers suit high-altitude dry environments. With larger pleat area and reinforced cores, service life can reach 6–12 months.
Pair with online particle and water monitoring to plan proactive maintenance. If ferrography trends keep rising, mechanical wear is abnormal and must be inspected beyond filtration alone.
