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This view of Unit #1 in Powerhouse #1 shows how each generator was flanked by two Pelton waterwheels
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This interior view of Big Creek Powerhouse #2a shows the large Pelton wheels flanking each of the plant's two generating units. Because of the tremendous water pressure caused by the huge static head on these units, two Pelton wheels, one on each side, drive each generator. This reduces stresses on the common shafrt connecting the water wheels and the generator rotor.
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One of the Pelton generator units in Powerhouse 2A
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Pelton wheels and a generator under construction at Santa Ana River #1 Hydro Plant, ca. 1898.
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A Pelton wheel and a generator under construction at Santa Ana River #1 Hydro Plant
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Big Creek Powerhouse #1 interior with two units on the generator floor
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Big Creek Powerhouse #1 interior [with two units on the generator floor.]
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