KBB & KBV Reciprocating Gas Compressors
KBB & KBV Reciprocating Gas Compressors
- Number of Throws: 4 or 6
- Rated Power: 6,668 BHP (4,972 kW) or 10,002 BHP (7,458 kW)
- Stroke: 7.25 inches (184 mm) or 8.50 inches (216 mm)
- Maximum RPM: 900 or 750
- Piston Speed: 1,088 FPM (5.53 m/s) or 1,063 FPM (5.40 m/s)
- Total Rod Load: 190,000 lbs (845,162 N)
- Rod Load Tension: 95,000 lbs (422,581 N)
- Rod Load Compression: 100,000 lbs (444,822 N)
- Rod Diameter: 3.125 inches (79 mm)
- Crankshaft Centerline: 27 inches (686 mm) from bottom
- Full Pressure Lubrication: Includes a frame-driven lube oil pump and full-flow oil filter.
- High-Strength Bolting: Utilizes durable Grade 8 bolting and fatigue-resistant bolts.
- Rigid Connecting Rods: Made from forged steel with a heavy-duty "I" section.
- Rugged Crossheads: Feature hardened, ground steel pins and full-pressure lubrication.
- Innovative Cylinders: Double-acting non-cooled cylinders reduce maintenance costs.
- Durable Pistons and Rods: Made from wear-resistant materials with precision-ground rods.
- Precision Bearing Shells: Tri-metal main and connecting rod bearings.
- Versatile Unloading Devices: Includes manual and pneumatic options.
- Efficient Valving: Plate-type valves with non-metallic sealing elements.
- Heavy-Duty Crankshafts: Forged steel with integral counter-weights.
- High-Efficiency Oil Filters: Canister filters rated at 1 micron nominal.
- Rugged Crankcases: Designed for long service life with easy maintenance access.
Catalog excerpts
ARIEL CORPORATION World Standard Compressors 35 Blackjack Road Road Load Compression (N) Crankshaft Centerline, from bottom (in) Crankshaft Centerline, from bottom (mm) for more information visit www.arielcorp.com
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Features Ariel’s largest compressor frames, the KBB and KBV are rated up to 10,000 bhp. Each compressor features a modern, durable design with a strengthened internal structure. This family of frames is recommended for use in pipeline transmission and high pressure injection applications. Full Pressure Lubrication: A frame-driven lube oil pump provides cooled oil through a full-flow oil filter to all moving parts in the frame. A divider-block system supplies metered oil to cylinder bores and rod packings. Rigid Conrod with bronze bushing High-Strength Bolting: Durable Grade 8 bolting on all loaded...
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