Reliability, availability, and flexibility—just a few of the attributes that have traditionally defined GE's 7FA gas turbine. Now, add improved output and efficiency to the list.

The power output of the new 7FA will increase to
211 MW—a 36 MW increase over today's 7FA—in simple cycle operation. In combined cycle configuration (two gas turbines and one steam turbine), the power output will increase to 627 MW—a 98 MW increase in power generation. We have also increased the efficiency in each configuration: thermal efficiency will increase to 38.5% in simple cycle operation, and to 57.5% in combined cycle operation. Each point of efficiency increase translates to major savings in fuel costs for each megawatt of power produced.

The new 7FA is part of GE's ecomagination portfolio because of its improved efficiency and higher output compared to earlier 7FA models. To become an ecomagination product, the new 7FA must meet the rigorous standards of GE's commitment to imagine and build innovative technologies that help our customers address their environmental and financial needs, such as the need for cleaner, more efficient sources of energy.