Suzlon S66 Blade Series – 33m Onshore Wind Turbine Blades for S66 Turbines
Overview
The Suzlon S66 Blade Series comprises 33-meter-long fiberglass-reinforced composite blades designed exclusively for the Suzlon S66 wind turbine—a workhorse of India’s onshore wind sector with 1.25 MW capacity. Deployed across Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, these blades are engineered for high reliability, low maintenance, and optimal performance in India’s moderate to high-wind regimes.
As part of Suzlon’s fully integrated “Made in India” value chain, the S66 blades are manufactured in-house, ensuring quality control, rapid service support, and compliance with national content requirements.
Key Features
- Blade Length: 33 meters (per blade; rotor diameter = 66m)
- Compatible Turbine: Suzlon S66 (1.25 MW)
- Material: E-glass fiber-reinforced polyester resin with structural foam core
- Aerodynamic Design: Optimized airfoil for Class II/III wind sites (7–8.5 m/s annual average)
- Durability:
- UV-resistant gel coat for tropical climates
- Leading-edge protection against dust and sand erosion
- Lightning Protection: Integrated copper mesh and down conductor system
- Proven Track Record: Over 4,000+ S66 turbines installed across India since early 2000s
Technical Highlights
- Weight per Blade: Approx. 5,200 kg → listed in kg
- Design Life: 20+ years
- Certifications: IEC 61400-23, BIS-compliant design validation
- Manufacturing Location: Vadodara & Padubidri, India (Suzlon Blade Factories)