Wind Turbine Gearboxes

Due to the high cost of replacing a failed gearbox up-tower, not to mention production losses, it’s no surprise that wind turbine manufacturers and operators alike have a keen interest in gearbox reliability. And while lubricant formulation has been a major focus of lube suppliers, controlling contaminants in a lubricant, such as particles and moisture, can have a significant effect on gearbox life and so has received significant attention.