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1 Introduction
The CENTAC C700 compressor is a reliable and efficient integrally geared multistage centrifugal compressor
that is designed to provide oil-free compressed air or nitrogen, for indoor or outdoor under roof installations
in non hazardous areas.
CENTAC compressors are designed as fully packaged units including an air end, a driver, an Ingersoll Rand
developed state-of-the-art control panel with microprocessor, an air cooling system and a self-contained
lubrication systems, all mounted on a common fabricated steel baseplate.
Some of the outstanding features and benefits are:

Standard features Benefits

Compact package on rigid baseplate No special foundation required
Mounted intercoolers and aftercooler Compact efficient design
Baseplate mounted control panel Pre-wired and factory tested
Fewest electrical hook-ups Minimal installation time and cost

2 CENTAC Principles of Operation

Air enters the compressor through the
machine mounted inlet control valve and (3) Intercooler
flows to the first stage where the
(2) Diffuser
impeller (1) imparts velocity to the air.
The air proceeds through the stationary (1) Impeller
diffuser section (2) where the kinetic
energy (velocity) is converted to static
energy (pressure). The built-in inter-
cooler (3) removes the heat of com-
pression and improves compressors ef-
ficiency. Air then passes through a
stainless steel moisture separator (4) in
a low velocity zone to remove con-
densate. Entrained moisture in the air is
reduced when the air is forced through
stainless steel moisture separators. This
sequence repeats in each succeeding (4) Moisture separator
stage until the compressor achieves the
desired operating pressure.
Fig. 1: CENTAC principles of operation

3 General Description
The compressor package contains:
Two or three high efficiency compression stages, each consisting of an impeller mounted on its own
shaft, enclosed within a common cast iron casing.
A flange or baseplate mounted electric motor coupled to the compressor through a coupling that
compensates for angular misalignments between shafts. The motor directly drives a bullgear that is
common to all stages.
Rotors consisting of an integral pinion gear, driven at its optimum speed by the bullgear, and an impeller.
One or two intercoolers and one aftercooler (except for high pressure units from 12.0 to 18.0 bar(A)).

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A moisture separator and a moisture removal
Gear casing
system to remove condensate (not applicable Stage head
on nitrogen units).
4 Air End
The air end of CENTAC compressor consists of
following main components:
Casing, including:
Gear casing
- gear casing
cover
- gear casing cover
- stage heads
Gearings
Rotor assemblies
Impeller
Diffusers Fig. 2: C700 Air End
Bearings

4.1 Casing
The casing consists of two halves (gear casing and gear cover) that are bolt together to make-up the
linebore. The gear cover is located on the motor side, while the gear casing is located on the compressor
side. The vertical split allows an easy insertion and removal of bearings and rotor assemblies without
disassembling the gear casing.
Stage heads are bolted to the gear casing and can be easily removed for servicing or inspection. Inlet,
discharge and by-pass flanges are integral with the inlet and discharge head covers, providing maximum
rigidity and minimum stress on running parts. Inlet and discharge water connection for each cooler are
integral with the cooler covers.
On hot discharge units a crossover connects the 2nd stage discharge to the inlet of the 3rd stage head.

4.2 Gearings
Built-in precision helical gearings (AGMA
12) consist of a bull-gear directly coupled
to the driver and individual pinion gear for
each stage, sized so that each impeller
runs at its optimum speed.

4.3 Rotor Assemblies

Fig. 4: Bull-gear & impellers Fig. 3: Polygon profile shaft
Each rotor assembly consists of an ef-
ficient and high quality stainless steel (15-
5 PH) impeller and a removable thrust collar mounted on a Pinion
helical geared pinion shaft. The thrust collar allows
dissipation of aerodynamic thrust loads generated during
operations and prevents the transmission of the loads to the
main gear train and maximizes gear life.
The impeller and thrust collar are each secured to the shaft
by a polygon spline, which tightens under thermal loadings
and eliminates the need for stress-producing keyways, and Thrust collar

Fig. 5: Rotor assembly

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retained with a bolt. The new CENTAC design has the male half on the
impeller and the female half in the pinion.
All rotating parts are dynamically balanced
as a complete assembly. The correct
mechanical behaviour of the rotor assem-
blies is continuously controlled by radial
vibration probes located next to the journal
bearing assembly and connected by a
cable to a vibration transmitter mounted
inside the CMC control panel.
Fig. 7: Vibration probe Fig. 6: Impeller
4.4 Impellers
Designed to resist corrosion, the impellers are of high quality stainless steel (15-5 PH). Impellers are 5-axis
machined and are designed with backward leaning vanes for peak performance and stable operating range.

4.5 Diffusers
The diffuser converts kinetic energy to pressure energy and is located
between each impeller and cooler. Diffusion and pressure recovery are
accomplished in the first row of vanes in the diffuser. A second row of
vanes is located in the axial passageway leading to the cooler inlet in
order to remove residual swirling of the air for highest overall stage
efficiency. Diffusers are machined single-piece aluminium diffusers
with Nituff coating on 2nd and 3rd stage for high protection against
corrosion.

4.6 Bearings
Each pinion is supported by a fixed pad journal bearing on impeller Fig. 8: Diffuser
Pocket
side and by a fixed pad journal bearing
with integral thrust bearing (pocket type)
and a reverse thrust bearing (tapered
land type - for operations in unloaded
conditions) on collar side. The journal
and thrust bearings are hydrodynamic
and have a long lifecycle.
The bullgear also uses hydrodynamic
bearings for journal and thrust loads.
All bearings are designed to maximize
load carrying capacities and babbitt lined
to minimize power loss. Fig. 10: Fixed pad journal bearing Fig. 9: Thrust bearing

4.7 Seals
There are two types of seals used on CENTAC compressors:
double lip seals on the bullgear shaft
a cartridge seal with fully floating non-contact carbon rings on the rotor assembly

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Seal air
injection
The cartridge seal is mounted in the plain bearing housing
behind each impeller and consists of three fully floating Pinion side
non-contact carbon rings. One ring is used as an air seal (oil)
and the remaining two as oil seals. Process air is prevented
from being leaked into the compressor casing by the first
carbon ring. Seal air is injected between the two oil seal
rings at 0.6 bar(G) to prevent oil entering the air stream and
to assure that the compressed air is oil-free and
environmentally clean for applications such as food, Air vent Floating
beverage, electronics and pharmaceuticals. A vent to carbon rings
atmosphere is provided between the air and oil seals.

Impeller side
(process air)
5 Air System Floating
carbon ring
The air system of CENTAC compressor includes following Fig. 11: Cartridge seal
main components:
inlet air filter
inlet throttle valve
air coolers
moisture separators
condensate traps
by-pass valve
by-pass silencer
discharge check valve
instrumentation

5.1 Inlet air filter

The inlet air filter is a 2-stage dry type filter with
fixed louvre and replaceable elements, with an
efficiency >98% at 2 micron. This filter uses a
primary and secondary element to filter the
incoming air stream. This allows for the removal
and cleaning of the first stage filter without Fig. 12: Inlet air filter with integrated bypass silencer
shutting down the compressor. The filter
includes also an integrated bypass silencer for the blow-off air. The filter is designed for indoor or outdoor
under roof installation and covers a variety of flow ranges. The inlet air filter/bypass silencer is shipped loose
and is provided with a dirty inlet air filter pressure switch (shipped loose for Customer installation/connection)
with related alarm function in the panel.

5.2 Inlet throttle valve

The inlet throttle valve modulates the air intake to the compressor
to maintain constant discharge pressure under different air
requirement in the down stream system. It is machine mounted,
complete with electropneumatic transducer, pressure regulator,
pressure gauge, pneumatic actuator and positioner.

Fig. 13: Inlet throttle valve

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5.3 Air coolers

CENTAC C700 compressor has one or two intercoolers
(depending on number of stages) and one aftercooler.
The air coolers utilize cartridge coolers mounted internal to
the compressor casing. The passage of the heat from the air
to water is assisted by the internal fins in the air passages,
which greatly increase the effective heat transfer area on the Air flow to the impeller
air side. The air side fins are lead coated to resist corrosion. Hot compressed air from the diffuser
The CENTAC air-in-tube/water-in-shell design with counter Cooled compressed air
flow arrangement provides also following important benefits:
Fig. 19: Intercooler cartridge
best heat transfer and lowest pressure drop
air noise damping
less performance deterioration due to fouling
low water flow requirement and less cooler maintenance
back-flushing capability during operation

Fig. 18: Finned air tube

5.4 Cooling Water Manifold

C700 is provided with a flanged common
cooling water manifold that distributes
cooling water to each stage and requires a
single-point inlet/outlet water connection.

5.5 Moisture Separators

Fig. 15: Moisture separator
The moisture separator is of stainless steel Fig. 14: Cooling water manifold
mesh screen type construction. The thickness of
the separator is designed to separate the maximum
amount of moisture at a minimal pressure drop.
The separators are located at points in the
compressor where air velocities are relatively low
permitting effective moisture separation.

5.6 Condensate traps

These traps are mounted and piped below each
moisture separator for moisture removal. Standard
traps (direct ball float type) are furnished complete Fig. 16: Condensate trap
with a by-pass valve to control the operation of the
trap itself.

5.6 By-pass valve

The by-pass valve is machine mounted, complete with electro-
pneumatic transducer, pressure regulator, pressure gauge,
pneumatic actuator and positioner. It unloads in the recirculation
piping the excess of air when the systems requirements falls
below the minimum throttle capacity handled by the inlet valve.
Fig. 17: By-pass valve and check valve

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5.7 Discharge check valve

The check valve, machine mounted, is a simple non return valve provided to close the outlet and prevent
back-flow of the air from the system to the compressor during off-load periods.

6 Lubrication System
The lubrication system of the compressor is completely self-contained and
mounted on the baseplate. The oil reservoir is built into the compressor
baseplate and coated with epoxy to resist corrosion.
The C700 uses a low pressure lubrication system to provide oil for the gears
and the hydrodynamic bearings. The design uses two oil pumps:
a motor driven pre and post lubrication oil pump (screw type)
a compressor shaft driven main oil pump

CENTAC lubrication system includes also:

a suction strainer on oil line inlets
Fig. 20: Demister
check valves on the discharge line of the pre and post lubrication oil pump

and on the suction line of the main oil pump to prevent reverse flow
through the pumps
a cast-iron adjustable relief valve to control oil pressure to the
compressor bearings
a single element oil filter
an oil level indicator
a demister to condition oil vapour and to eliminate pressure build-
up in reservoir
a shell and tube oil cooler designed for a maximum cooling water
temperature of 35C Fig. 21: Oil cooler

an oil reservoir electric heater to insure adequate oil temperature for

compressor start-up
a temperature detector mounted downstream of oil cooler for low oil
temperature and high oil temperature with analogic functions on control
panel
a pressure transducer mounted downstream of oil cooler for low oil
pressure with analogic function on control panel
Fig. 22: Electric heater
SAE "dry-tech" compression fittings to avoid oil leakage from oil
connections
First fill of Techtrol Gold (shipped loose), Ingersoll Rands synthetic
fluid that guarantees superior performances and long durability
For the schematic oil flow see also the Process & Instrumentation
Diagram.

6.1 Pre and post lubrication oil pump

The pre and post lubrication oil pump lubricates the compressor bearings
and gears and fills the oil lines before the compressor starts and maintains
lubrication after the compressor has been shutdown.
Fig. 23: Pre/post lube oil pump

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It is driven by an electric motor and starts when the control panel is energized and runs until the compressor
is up to speed and the main oil pump increases oil pressure.
The pre and post lubrication oil pump shuts down automatically when the main oil pump is supplying the
required system pressure. When the compressor trips on the shutdown cycle, the pre and post lubrication oil
pump will start immediately and will continue to run until the panel is de-energized, cooling down the
compressor.
A seal air pressure transmitter interlock prevents the pre and post lubrication oil pump from operating if seal
air pressure is not established.

6.2 Main oil pump

The main oil pump is oversized and is driven by the main motor to
supply oil during operation and to protect the bearings during an
electrical shutdown. In the event of a main driver or power failure, the
main oil pump will continue to supply oil to the bearings and gears
during coast down. The main oil pump is mounted on the main
compressor shaft.

Fig. 24: Main oil pump

7. Control System
Centac compressors are equipped with a IP 54/400 V/3 Phase/50 Hz microprocessor control panel (CMC),
mounted and wired on the baseplate, that provides complete integration of compressor, motor and all
auxiliary instruments. The CMC allows complete adjustment of all electrical parameters, alarm and trip set
points from the front faceplate and can be customized to individual customer requirements. 23 analogue and
16 digital inputs and 4 analogue and 16 digital outputs are available as standard. The CMC is fitted with
multi-language liquid crystal display providing the necessary information to determine compressors
operating status with Event Log of last 224 events and includes prelube oil pump motor starter and
contactor, lube oil heater contactor and control panel transformer.
CMC standard features/functions:
- Spike voltage protection - Discharge air pressure reading
- Motor current reading - Oil temperature reading and low/high alarm/trip
- Motor Amp limits (low/high) - Oil pressure reading and low alarm/trip
- Main motor thermal overload relay - Surge detection
- Hour meter - Low seal air pressure contact (on/off)
- Vibration probe (radial Y on each stage) - High motor temperature contact (on/off) (on
reading and alarm/trip CV&CH line with low voltage motor only)
- Interstage air temperature reading and alarm/ - High inlet air filter pressure drop (alarm)
trip
- Interstage air pressure reading - Horn (alarm/trip)
- Discharge air temperature reading and alarm/
trip

7.1. Modulate Control Mode

Modulate maintains the system discharge pressure at the system pressure set point as entered into the CMC
by the user (set point stability 0.10.2 bar as standard, can be improved through fine tuning of valves).
Once loaded, the compressor will operate along the constant pressure line until the user switches to Unload
or presses the stop button. Control is accomplished by modulating the inlet valve within the compressor's
throttle range. When system demand is less than the minimum throttled capacity, the discharge pressure is
maintained by modulating the bypass valve and venting some of the air to atmosphere. This valve is opened
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at the minimum throttled capacity setting. Modulate provides a constant discharge pressure with variable
capacity from design to zero. This control method is used when stable control of the discharge pressure is
required. Modulate is the most commonly used control method for Centac compressors.

7.2. Autodual Control Mode

Autodual automatically loads the machine when demand is high and unloads the machine when demand is
low. When the compressor is controlling to pressure setpoint and demand is within the inlet valve throttle
range, constant pressure is maintained in the same manner as Modulate. When the machine is controlling to
the pressure setpoint and system demand is low, the compressor is operated in the bypass valve throttle
range. Autodual automatically unloads the machine when the bypass valve is opened beyond the Unload
Point for a programmed time period called the Unload Delay Time. The Bypass Valve Unload Point is
selected to correspond with the check valve closing since at this point the machine is not supplying the
system. The Unload Delay Timer should be set to prevent unloading during short excursions through the
Unload Point. The Reload Percent determines the System Pressure at which the machine will automatically
load into the system.

Fig. 26: Modulate Control Mode Fig. 25: Autodual Control Mode

8. Motor
Insert here motor details as appropriate.
Note: motor starter is not included in the motor scope of supply and is Customer supply, unless otherwise
specified. Customer starter to include current transformer for current reading (0 to 5 Amps).
Low voltage motors are provided as standard with motor stator protection by PTC thermistors connected to
the CMC panel with discrete trip function.

9. Standard Documentation
General Arrangement
P&I Diagram

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Electrical Schematics
Instrument List
Operation and Maintenance Manual (1 hard copy + 1 CD-ROM)
CE Declaration of Conformity (when applicable)

10. Performances and Technical Data

Insert here Performance/Aeroselect Customer Report with curves

Tolerances according ISO 5389 "Turbocompressors - Performance test code".

Dimensions and Weight 1

Lenght (without / with canopy) mm /
Width (without / with canopy) mm /
Height (without / with canopy) mm /
Peso (without / with canopy) kg /
Cooling Water
Water temperature rise C
Max water pressure bar(g)
Pressure drop bar
Noise Level 2
Without / with canopy dB(A) /

11. Other Options Included in the Scope of Supply

Insert here the options not included in the standard scope of supply that will be included in the quoted
price as appropriate

12. Options with Extra Price

Insert here the options not included in the standard
scope of supply that will be quoted at extra price as
appropriate
C700 can be provided with a sound-reducing enclosure,
suitable for indoor installation, with removable panels to
allow easy access to the inside. The enclosure is
internally lined with soundproofing material. When the
canopy is provided, the integrated inlet air filter with
bypass silencer is already mounted on the package and
located on the top of the machine. Fig. 27: Integrated inlet air filter and bypass
silencer (version with canopy option)

1
Dimensions and weight are for reference only and refer to standard unit with standard IP23 motor. Loose
accessories are not included.
2
Measured according EN ISO 2151; tolerance 3 dBA.

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13. Commercial Offer

Q.ty Description Unit Price Total Price

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Compressor CENTAC XXX-Cxxx supplied as per description

of the technical proposal

Options
Insert here the options quoted at extra price

14. Exclusions from the Supply

Everything not explicitly listed in this offer is intended as excluded from Ingersoll Rand scope of supply.
In particular, unless otherwise specified in this proposal, Customer liabilities are:
Foundation working
Piping and installation outside of package for air inlet, air discharge and blow off, cooling water,
condensate and instrument air (if applicable)
Piping and connections between the package and loose items
Interconnecting piping and cabling to Customer network
Electrical connection of the main driver and auxiliaries to Customer network
Electrical motor main switch
First filling oil
Handling/lifting devices for customer installation
System shut off valves
Compliance with standards or specifications not clearly mentioned in this offer or attached to the
quotation request

15. Commercial Terms and Conditions

Payment Terms
For Orders up to 100,000 : Net 30 days from date of shipment.
For Orders above 100,000 :
Equipments:
30% of order value due net 30 days from Ingersoll Rand acceptance of purchase order
20% of order value due net 30 days from the date of initial submittal of drawings to the purchaser
50% of order value due net 30 days from date of shipment of equipment
Installations:
30% of order value due net 30 days from Ingersoll Rand acceptance of purchase order
20% of order value due net 30 days from first delivery of major sub-equipment
40% of order value due net 30 days from date of shipment of equipment
10% of order value due net 30 days from date of installation, maximum 3 months after delivery of
the main equipment (e.g. compressor,..)
All payments to be in Euro.

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Delivery Terms
Ex-works Ingersoll Rand factory (Vignate).
Lead time: as appropriate
Lead time begins after official order acceptance by Ingersoll Rand or, if requested, from the date of the letter
of credit.
In case the Buyer has to delay the shipment or does not provide clearance to ship the material after the
readiness for shipment of the material, a storage fee will be applied.

Warranty
Ingersoll Rand warrants that the equipment will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period
of twelve months from the date of placing the equipment in operation or eighteen months from the date of
shipment, whichever occurs first. If the compressor is not started within 6 months from the delivery, Long or
Medium Term Storage, as appropriate, must be applied otherwise warranty decays. The effects of corrosion,
erosion and normal wear and tear are specifically excluded from the warranty.
Extended warranties (beyond above period) are available with Ingersoll Rands Air Care programs. Please
contact Ingersoll Rand Services Dept. for further details.

Start up
Excluded. If requested, Ingersoll Rands supervision at start up will be invoiced according the local rates in
force at the time of the intervention.

Packing and Painting

Ingersoll Rand standard packing is suitable for transport on trucks and for indoor storage. Painting is as per
Ingersoll Rand standard procedure with beige and black (RAL 9005) colour scheme.

Validity of the offer

60 days

Other conditions
For what not specifically mentioned the attached Ingersoll Rand Terms & Conditions of Sale apply.

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Terms & Conditions of Sale

To include Ingersoll-Rand European Sales Terms and Conditions of Sale used in the respective country.

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