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CX - Frascold semi-hermetic compact screw compressors

Product catalog summary
Overview
The document details Frascold's semi-hermetic compact screw compressors, specifically the CX series, designed for refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pumps, and process cooling. These compressors are recognized for their high efficiency, flexibility, reliability, and ease of installation.
Specifications
The CX series comprises 160 models, each catering to a wide range of cooling capacities and applications. Key features include high compression ratios, low oil carry-over, and minimal noise and vibration levels. The compressors are compatible with various refrigerant gases and can be configured for different pressure ratios.
Efficiency and Flexibility
The compressors achieve high efficiency at both design conditions (COP/EER) and seasonal conditions (ESEER/IPLV) due to optimized fluid dynamics and advanced manufacturing technologies. The series offers flexibility with different versions and options to ensure optimal performance across various applications.
Reliability and Installation
Designed for heavy-duty operations, the compressors use top-quality components. Installation is simplified with all main fittings and checks located on one side. The compressors also feature low vibrations and noise due to N-type screws and hydraulic capacity control.
Advanced Features
The CX series includes models with built-in or external Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to enhance efficiency at part loads. The ACVR (Automatic Continuous Vi Regulation) device further optimizes energy savings by adjusting the volumetric ratio according to pressure ratios.
Model Variants
Models are categorized based on compression ratios and motor configurations. The CXH models are suitable for high compression ratios, while CXW models are for low compression ratios. Models with "CX_I" are designed for external VFDs, and "CX_IT" models have built-in VFDs.
Options and Accessories
The compressors come with various options such as electronic control modules, integrated oil separators, and thermostatically controlled crankcase heaters. Additional accessories include oil flow switches, oil filter clogging differential pressure switches, and connection kits for liquid injection or economizers.
Performance Data
The document includes performance charts for different models, illustrating cooling capacities under various conditions. These charts assist in selecting the appropriate model based on specific application requirements.
Conclusion
Frascold's CX series compressors are engineered for maximum efficiency, reliability, and adaptability, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial cooling applications.
Technical Document Summary
1. Specifications and Connections
  • Low and high-pressure connections are specified for various models, with dimensions provided in inches and millimeters.
  • Oil-related components include oil charge plugs, crankcase heaters, oil level monitoring connections, and oil level sight glasses.
  • Connections for additional sensors and valves such as filter clogging sensors, oil coolers, and oil drain valves are detailed.
  • Discharge and suction valves are specified with dimensions, indicating optional configurations.
2. Dimensional Drawings
  • Dimensional drawings are referenced for each model, providing visual guidance for installation and configuration.
  • Specific models have unique configurations and optional components, as indicated in the notes.
3. Additional Features
  • Capacity control valves and connections for liquid injection or economizers are included for enhanced functionality.
  • Maximum oil temperature sensors and cooling inverter connections are specified for certain models.
4. Company Information
  • Frascold SpA is a company with over 75 years of experience in manufacturing compressors for refrigeration and air conditioning industries.
  • The company emphasizes energy efficiency and environmental respect, adhering to quality and construction directives.
5. Contact Information
  • Frascold SpA is located in Rescaldina, Italy, with contact details provided for further inquiries.
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CX Frascold semi-hermetic compact screw compressors for refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pump, process cooling

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CX SERIES Frascold CX compact screw compressors range has been designed to grant the maximum efficiency, reliability and flexibility. Currently the range consists of 160 models, which cover not only a wide cooling capacity range but also an extremely various application range (air conditioning, process cooling, heat pumps and even refrigeration at medium evaporating temperatures). All models are characterized by: High efficiency Inverter matching Built-in or external VFD makes it possible to increase drastically the efficiency at part loads. All possible configurations grants the highest efficiency...

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CX SERIES Frascold compact screw compressor can be used with the most common refrigerant gases in a very wide envelope and according to the working conditions it is possible to identify two main configurations for assuring the highest efficiency: CXH Vi = 3.1 suitable for high compression ratios (typically air-cooled units) CXW Vi = 2.3 suitable for low compression ratios (typically water-cooled units) To widen even further the application envelope it is possible to adopt an oversized motor (motor 2) as shown in the working limits of following pages. Models identified with “CX_I” are those suitable...

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MODEL DESIGNATION Compressor Family series Compact Screw Compressor Application (pressure ratio) Suitable for external VFD+ACVR With built-in VFD+ ACVR For parallel compound and/or flooded type evaporator Nominal motor power 50 ÷ 310 Hp

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EXTENT OF DELIVERY PWS or SDS electric motor thermally protected: admissible power supply 380 ÷ 460 Vca (-15% +10%), 45…65 Hz Electronic control module INT69FRYL Diagnose with monitoring, protection, diagnostics, alarm history record and communication functions (AC 50-60 Hz 115120V 230-240 V +/- 10% 3VA). Integrated 3-stage oil separator Thermostatically controlled crankcase heater POE 170 cSt oil charge Oil filter with replaceable cartridge 2 sight glasses for min and max oil level control Discharge shut-off valve with soldering connection and integrated check valve Suction flange with solder...

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Compressor model Cooling capacity with R134a (*). Cooling capacity with R22 (*). * 2°C evaporating temperature; 50°C condensing temperature; 10K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits Full load operation (100%) - Motor 1 Full load operation (100%) - Motor 2 With oil cooler or liquid injection Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling.

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Compressor model Cooling capacity with R134a (*). Cooling capacity with R22 (*). * 3°C evaporating temperature; 38°C condensing temperature; 1K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits Evaporating temperature (°C) With oil cooler Full load operation (100%) With oil cooler or liquid injection Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling.

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ESEER IPLV Cooling capacity with R134a, 50Hz (*). Cooling capacity with R134a, from 30 to 70 Hz (*). * 2°C evaporating temperature; 50°C condensing temperature; 10K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits 50Hz - Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling. Compressor model

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ESEER IPLV Compressor model Cooling capacity with R134a, 50Hz (*). Cooling capacity with R134a, from 30 to 70 Hz (*). * 3°C evaporating temperature; 38°C condensing temperature; 1K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits 50Hz - Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling.

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ESEER IPLV Compressor model CXHIT5 Cooling capacity with R134a, 50Hz (*). Cooling capacity with R134a, from 30 to 70 Hz (*). * 2°C evaporating temperature; 50°C condensing temperature; 10K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling.

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ESEER IPLV Compressor model CXWIT5 Cooling capacity with R134a, 50Hz (*). Cooling capacity with R134a, from 30 to 70 Hz (*). * 3°C evaporating temperature; 38°C condensing temperature; 1K superheat; 5K liquid subcooling. Working limits Suction gas superheating 10K - without liquid subcooling.

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Patent Pending (automatic continuos Vi regulation) The geometry of the discharge port of a screw compressor determines its built-in volumetric ratio (Vi). For each refrigerant and for each pressure ratio there is just one Vi that maximizes the isentropic efficiency, as it is clearly showed in the following picture. Since the geometry of the discharge port is generally fixed, the market offers different series of compressors to suit applications with different nominal pressure ratios. For instance Frascold offers two different main ranges of traditional screw compressors: the CXH and the CXW models,...

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Patent Pending (automatic continuos Vi regulation) ACVR Control Card Green led activated as the optimum Vi has been set Yellow led activated as the Vi value decreases Green led activated as the device is fed 220 V / 1 ph / 50 Hz, 8 VA Yellow led activated as the Vi value increases and also when the set point is reached The device is mounted in the compressor electric box. The standard solenoid valve coils have 230 V / 1 ph / 50 Hz power supply, however the ACVR can manage also other kind of voltages of the solenoid valve coils.

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CXH_1 / CXHP_1 models - High compression ratios - Motor 1 CXH01- / CXHP01- Product specification Nominal motor power Displacement (m3/h) Weight (kg) Oil charge (POE 170 cSt) Discharge line Suction line Start method CXH_2 / CXHP_2 models - High compression ratios - Motor 2 Product specification Nominal motor power Displacement (m3/h) Weight (kg) Oil charge (POE 170 cSt) Discharge line Suction line Start method

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CXH_1 / CXHP_1 models - High compression ratios - Motor 1 Product specification Discharge line Suction line Start method Nominal motor power Displacement (m3/h) Weight (kg) Oil charge (POE 170 cSt) CXH_2 / CXHP_2 models - High compression ratios - Motor 2 Product specification Nominal motor power Displacement (m3/h) Weight (kg) Oil charge (POE 170 cSt) Discharge line Suction line Start method

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