LM Wind Power LM 49.3
Overview
The LM 49.3 is a high-performance onshore wind turbine blade developed by LM Wind Power (a GE Vernova company), designed for mid-range onshore turbines with rotor diameters between 100m and 130m. At 49.3 meters in length, this blade delivers exceptional aerodynamic efficiency, structural reliability, and low noise emissions—making it ideal for wind farms across Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Karnataka.
Key Features
- Blade Length: 49.3 meters
- Compatible Rotor Diameter: 100m – 130m (paired with 2–3 MW turbines)
- Material: Advanced glass-fiber-reinforced epoxy composite with lightweight core
- Aerodynamic Design: Optimized airfoil profile for high annual energy production (AEP)
- Erosion Protection: Leading-edge coating for resistance to rain, sand, and dust (critical for Indian conditions)
- Lightning Protection System (LPS): Integrated copper receptors and down conductors
- Noise Reduction: Serrated trailing edge for lower acoustic signature
Technical Highlights
- Weight: Approx. 11,800 kg → listed in kg
- Max Tip Speed: ~80 m/s
- Design Life: 25+ years
- Certifications: IEC 61400-23 (full-scale blade testing), ISO 9001, DNV-GL type approval
- Manufacturing: Produced in LM’s global facilities (including Pondicherry, India)