GB/T 32584-2016 in English
VALIDEvaluation of mechanical vibration for machine sets in hydraulic power plants and pump-storage plants
- Issued on:2016-04-25
- Implemented on:2016-11-01
- File Format:PDF
- Delivery:Via email within 5 business days
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| Standard No: | GB/T 32584-2016 |
| Document status: | VALID |
| Title in English: | Evaluation of mechanical vibration for machine sets in hydraulic power plants and pump-storage plants |
| Title in Chinese: | 水力发电厂和蓄能泵站机组机械振动的评定 |
| Language: | English |
| File Format: | Electronic (PDF) |
| Delivery: | Via email within 5 business days |
| Issued on: | 2016-04-25 |
| Implemented on: | 2016-11-01 |
| ICS Classification: | 27.140-Hydraulic energy engineering |
| Chinese Classification: | K55-Water turbine and its auxiliary equipment |
| Professional Classification: | GB-National Standard |
| Related Topics: | Mechanical Vibration Standards
Unit vibration iso GBT32584 GB/T 32584-2016 Hydrogenerator performance |
《GB/T 32584-2016水力发电厂和蓄能泵站机组机械振动的评定》由TC175(全国水轮机标准化技术委员会)归口,主管部门为中国电器工业协会。
Introduction
Analysis of the core content of the standard
GB/T 32584-2016 stipulates the measurement method and dual evaluation criteria for the mechanical vibration of hydraulic units:
- Criterion I: Based on the absolute value of the vibration amplitude, three evaluation areas A/B/C are divided
- Criterion II: Based on the trend of vibration amplitude changes, an early warning is required when the change exceeds the baseline value by 25%
Unit classification and measurement requirements
| Structural type | Typical unit | Location of key measuring points |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 (Horizontal Rigid Support) | Horizontal Francis Unit | Bearing Seat Vertical/Horizontal Direction |
| Category 3 (Vertical Foundation Support) | Vertical Pumped Storage Unit | Upper/Lower Guide Bearing Bracket |
Vibration Limit Comparative Analysis
Vibration velocity limit taking Vertical Francis Unit as an example:
| Evaluation Area | Water Guide Bearing (mm/s) | Upper Guide Bearing (mm/s) |
|---|---|---|
| Zone A (Normal) | ≤1.0 | ≤0.6 |
| Zone B (Warning) | 1.0-1.5 | 0.6-1.0 |
| Zone C (Dangerous) | >1.5 | >1.0 |
Note: Assessment limit under 70%-100% rated output conditions
Background of Technological Evolution
This standard innovatively introduces:
- Statistical analysis method based on 7000+ unit vibration database
- Burr distribution fitting determines 1.6/2.5 times the median as the partition boundary
- Association evaluation of spindle swing and bearing clearance (no more than 70%)
Implementation suggestions
Key measures:
- Vibration benchmark values should be established within 3 months of commissioning of new units
- FFT analysis and axis trajectory inspection are required when zone B is running
- Zone C needs to be shut down immediately and the flow channel/bearing status checked
Special operating conditions (such as load rejection) should use 2-3 times the conventional limit as a temporary standard.

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