KBU & KBZ Reciprocating Gas Compressors
KBU & KBZ Reciprocating Gas Compressors
- Number of Throws: Options of 2, 4, or 6.
- Rated Power: 2,600 BHP (1,939 kW), 5,200 BHP (3,878 kW), 7,800 BHP (5,816 kW).
- Stroke: 5.75 inches (146 mm) or 6.75 inches (171 mm).
- Maximum RPM: 1,200 or 1,000.
- Piston Speed: 1,150 FPM (5.84 m/s) or 1,125 FPM (5.71 m/s).
- Total Rod Load: 150,000 lbs (667,233 N).
- Rod Load Tension: 75,000 lbs (333,617 N).
- Rod Load Compression: 80,000 lbs (355,857 N).
- Rod Diameter: 2.875 inches (73 mm).
- Crankshaft Centerline: 24 inches (610 mm) from the bottom.
- Spare Parts and Support: Genuine Ariel parts are available through authorized distributors, with support via the Ariel Response Center.
- Piston Rod Design: Features a "necked-down" design for durability.
- Lubrication System: Full pressure lubrication with a frame-driven lube oil pump and full-flow oil filter.
- High-Strength Bolting: Grade 8 bolting and fatigue-resistant bolts ensure strength.
- Connecting Rods: Made from forged steel with a heavy-duty "I" section.
- Crossheads: One-piece, long-life design with direct lubrication.
- Cylinders: Double-acting non-cooled cylinders reduce maintenance costs.
- Pistons and Rods: Made from wear-resistant materials with precision-ground alloy steel rods.
- Bearings: Precision-machined tri-metal main and connecting rod bearings.
- Unloading Devices: Manual and pneumatic options available.
- Valving: Plate-type valves with non-metallic sealing elements.
- Crankshafts: Forged steel with integral counter-weights.
- Oil Filters: High-efficiency canister filters rated at 1 micron nominal.
- Crankcases: Designed for long service life with a high-strength cast iron base.
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 large medium-speed separable reciprocating compressors are capable of handling high rod loads of 150,000 lbs. The KBU and KBZ have proven to be the most cost effective method of compression for applications requiring large-horsepower drivers and high-compression capacity. 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 steel backed bronze bushing High-Strength Bolting: Durable Grade 8 bolting...
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