Jenbacher biogas engines

The Jenbacher Type-2 gas engine was introduced in 1974 and is the engine with the longest development history of the range. The 208 has 8 inline cylinders and is available at electrical output from 249kWe or 335kWe. The J208 is renowned for its robust design and highest levels of component durability. It is particularly well suited to troublesome gases such as landfill gas.

The generator has a long service life, with a major overhaul not scheduled until 60,000 hours of operation. Optimised components and a provide control and monitoring concept give this engine outstanding reliability. The J208 genset, with no heat recovery, is available in a compact 20-foot container.

Jenbacher biogas engines are specifically designed to operate on different types of biogas. These gas engines are linked to an alternator in order to produce electricity at high efficiency. High-efficiency electricity production enables the end-user to maximise the electrical output from the biogas and hence optimise the economic performance of the anaerobic digestion plant.

Biogas engine electrical output

 There are 4 'types' of Jenbacher gas engines with different levels of power output and electrical/thermal efficiency characteristics.

249-330kWe – Type 2

499-1,065kWe – Type 3

844-1189kWe – Type 4

1,600-3,000kWe – Type 6