Introduction Reciprocating Compressor Piston Speed is one of the important parameters in the selection of a Reciprocating compressor. In this article, we will see the importance of Reciprocating Compressor Piston Speed. What is Piston Speed? Normally Piston speed is defined as Average piston speed. Compressor manufacturers define average piston speed as the average … [Read more...]
Centrifugal Compressor Surge Basics, Mechanism
In this article, we will see the centrifugal compressor surge-Basics, mechanism and also we will see how the surge takes place in centrifugal compressor with an example. Surge Surge is a characteristic behaviour of a centrifugal compressor that can occur when inlet flow reduced such that the head developed by the compressor is insufficient to overcome the pressure at the … [Read more...]
Reciprocating Compressor Piston Rod Load
In this article, we learn about the Reciprocating Compressor Piston Rod Load – Principle and Calculation method. The compressor rod load exceed the recommended rod load (ie., Combined Rod Load) of a reciprocating compressor leads to major compressor failure. For this reason, it is important to understand the rod load during the design stage and startup of the compressor. Loads … [Read more...]
How To Read A Centrifugal Compressor Performance Curve
In the article, we learn about how to read a Centrifugal Compressor Performance Curve. If you are new to the compressor, this article will definitely make yourself familiar with the centrifugal compressor performance curve. If you already know about the centrifugal compressor performance curve, definitely this article will refresh your knowledge. Now let we see the performance … [Read more...]
Oil Free Vs Oil Lubricated Screw Compressor
In this article, we will see the difference between Oil Free Screw Compressor and Oil Lubricated Screw Compressor. Oil Free Vs Oil Lubricated Screw Compressor S.no Description Oil-Free Screw Compressor Oil Lubricated Screw Compressor 1 Process Gas Compatibility The process gas is completely free of oil, there is no contamination and therefore any gas can … [Read more...]