MRSC & Engineering Service Chitral

A Pelton turbine is an impulse turbine used in hydropower systems. It operates by converting the kinetic energy of water jets into mechanical energy. The water jet strikes buckets (also called cups or blades) mounted on the periphery of a wheel, causing it to spin.
Ideal for small mountain villages

Efficient even at low flow rates if head is high

Can be built with local materials

Low maintenance

No fuel cost, environmentally friendly