OverviewComprehensive range of low- and high-voltage electric motors (400 V to 15 kV) from 37 kW to 35,000 kW and synchronous generators up to 15 kV and 65,000 kVA (65 MVA). ELIN Motoren supplies non-safety-classified and safety-classified machines in tailored configurations. Equipment can be qualified for accident conditions (LOCA, ANLE), seismic events, and degraded ambient conditions including radiation exposure, by calculation and/or testing to meet regulatory and reactor-specific requirements.
Machines for normal power plant operation as well as for accident conditions- Drives for primary coolant pumps / main coolant pumps
- Feedwater pumps, condensate pumps, startup feedwater pumps
- Main and auxiliary cooling water pumps
- Motor/generator sets
- Auxiliary drives in nuclear and conventional islands (condenser vacuum pumps, closed cooling-circuit pumps, feedwater and condensate auxiliary pumps, bus duct fans, HVAC fans, turbine gear motors)
- Safety-related drives such as containment heat removal pumps, safety injection pumps, boric injection pumps, and emergency diesel generator drives
Our expertise in nuclear power plant technology- Custom adaptation of machine designs to meet specific application requirements
- Extensive knowledge of nuclear codes and standards worldwide
- Proven analytical and qualification methods for accident and seismic conditions
- Compliance with strict documentation and traceability requirements
- High standards in welding and coating execution
- Existing qualifications for accident conditions (LOCA, ANLE, irradiation)
- Retrofit and replacement solutions with interface adaptation and restoration of prior qualifications
Generators and motors for SMR applications in the AI eraSmall Modular Reactors (SMRs) provide compact, scalable, low-carbon power suitable for modular deployment and applications such as data centers. ELIN Motoren offers machines optimized for SMR constraints: reduced footprint, modular integration and phased commissioning.
Advantages of SMRs for Modern Energy ApplicationsTechnical Advantages:- Compact design and low space requirements
- Modular operation for flexible load management
- Passive safety systems using natural cooling mechanisms
- Suitability for off-grid sites and hybrid integration with renewables
Nuclear Qualification – The Complete PortfolioMotors and generators can be fully qualified for nuclear applications across the lifecycle.
Qualification Scope- Operation under extreme temperatures, humidity and steam atmospheres
- Seismic qualification for earthquake resistance
- Accident-condition qualification (LOCA, ANLE)
- Radiation resistance (irradiation) over the service life
- Delivery of safety-classified machines for critical functions
Standards & RegulationsKTA 1401, RCC-E, NSQ, NQA-1, ISO 19443, 10 CFR 50 App. B, 10 CFR 21
Application in SMR Plants- Generators: Synchronous designs up to 65 MVA, voltages up to 15 kV
- Motors: For all nuclear auxiliary and process applications under all environmental and accident conditions, from 37 kW for low- and high-voltage systems
E-Pack DS: Compact Drive and Generator UnitDeveloped with Voith, the E-Pack DS integrates electric machine and gearbox into a compact, pre-assembled synchronized unit that reduces footprint and simplifies integration—particularly suited to SMR layouts.
Features- Power output up to 40 MW
- Integrated gearbox for compact design
- Pre-assembled for rapid installation
- Optimized for high efficiency and reduced maintenance
Available generators (excerpt)- HSJ – High-voltage salient-pole synchronous generator, air-cooled. IC01/ODP, 4-pole, up to 10 MVA, up to 15 kV, IEC60034
- HTJ – High-voltage drum-rotor synchronous generator, air-cooled. IC01/ODP, up to 15 kV, up to 16 poles, up to 64 MVA, IEC60034
- HSV – High-voltage salient-pole synchronous generator, self-cooled with duct connection. IC31/TEPV, up to 15 kV, up to 25 MVA, up to 50 poles, IEC60034
- HTV – High-voltage drum-rotor synchronous generator, air-cooled with duct connection. IC31/TEPV, up to 15 kV, up to 25 MVA, up to 50 poles, IEC60034
- HTL – High-voltage drum-rotor synchronous generator, air-air cooled. IC611/TEAAC, 4-pole, up to 15 kV, up to 65 MVA, IEC60034
Available electric motors (excerpt)- HKG – High-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, fin-cooled. IC411/TEFC, 0–3600 rpm, up to 13.8 kV, up to 2,500 kW, IEC60034
- HKR – High-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, tube-cooled. IC511/TEAAC, up to 10,000 kW, up to 15 kV, up to 3600 rpm, IEC60034
- HKL – High-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, air-air cooled. IC611/TEAAC, up to 15 kV, up to 15,000 kW, up to 3600 rpm, IEC60034
- HKH – High-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, water-cooled. IC7A0W7/TEWC, 3.3–10 kV, up to 2,000 rpm, up to 3,000 kW, IEC60034
- HKM – High-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, air-water cooled. IC81W/TEAWC, up to 15 kV, up to 35,000 kW, up to 3600 rpm, IEC60034
- MKG – Low-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, fin-cooled. IC411/TEFC, 55–1,600 kW, up to 1 kV, up to 3600 rpm, IEC60034
- MKM – Low-voltage squirrel-cage rotor, air-water cooled. IC81W/TEAWC, up to 1 kV, up to 5,000 kW, up to 3600 rpm, IEC60034
Technical characteristics / specifications (excerpt)- Motor voltage range: 400 V to 15 kV
- Motor power range: 37 kW to 35,000 kW
- Generator range: up to 15 kV, up to 65,000 kVA (65 MVA)
- E-Pack DS: compact drive + integrated gearbox, up to 40 MW, pre-assembled
- Qualification capabilities: elevated temperatures, high humidity, steam atmospheres, seismic qualification, accident conditions (LOCA, ANLE), long-term radiation resistance
- Standards / references: IEC60034, KTA 1401, RCC-E, NSQ, NQA-1, ISO 19443, 10 CFR 50 App. B, 10 CFR 21
- Typical applications: primary water pumps, feedwater/condensate pumps, cooling water pumps, motor/generator sets, auxiliary drives, containment heat removal and other safety-related drives
- SMR suitability: compact design, modular operation, off-grid or hybrid system integration