Auxiliary Engine (Generator Set) · Auxiliary Engines
This equipment category includes large-scale marine diesel engines. The Wärtsilä 9LW32-GS-50Hz is a robust and versatile engine designed for marine applications operating at 50 Hz. With a power output of 2970 kW, it features a bore of 320 mm and a stroke of 400 mm in a nine-cylinder configuration. The engine is configured as a four-stroke design with turbocharging, making it suitable for various fuels including heavy fuel oil (HFO), marine diesel oil (MDO), and natural gas/diesel dual-fuel variants introduced from 2023. Known for its reliability, this model adheres to IMO Tier II standards and is part of Wärtsilä’s legacy platform, continuously updated since the 1980s with over 2500 units sold since 1998. Regular maintenance items include checking injection pump fuel rack stickiness during HFO operation, monitoring exhaust valve seat wear, and ensuring proper bearing shell alignment.
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