TURBO-AIR 3000 Centrifugal Compressor

100% oil-free air*

*Per ISO 8573-1 certification
Benefits of TURBO-AIR Compressors

ISO 8573-1 CERTIFIED E A S Y O P E R AT I O N

O I L- F R E E A I R • The MAESTRO™ Universal control panel provides a built-in web
• Prevents oil contamination of your system server, allowing compressor monitoring using your local intranet

• Limits the potential for compressed air pipeline fires caused by • S ignificant annual savings in operating cost by providing more
oil carryover precise control

• Eliminates costly waste disposal problems associated with oil- • Easy-to-use, automatic operation
laden condensate
• Eliminates the expense and associated maintenance EASY MAINTENANCE
requirements of oil-removal filters, since no oil enters the •C
 ompression elements do not wear or require periodic
compressed air stream in the compressor replacement
• No oil-removal filters to clean or replace
S I M P L E I N S TA L L AT I O N
• Accessible, horizontally split gearbox for quick inspection
• True unloading capability helps to take advantage of
• Intercooler and aftercooler bundles are easy to remove for
opportunities for energy savings
inspection and cleaning
• Increased uptime compared to alternative technologies
• Water-in-tube design intercooler and aftercooler allow for
translates into reduced operating life-cycle costs
simple mechanical cleaning
• Reduced number of external connections
• Maintenance-free dry coupling
• Compact design reduces required floor space
• Meets OSHA’s sound level requirements without sound HIGH RELIABILITY
enclosure
• Thrust loads absorbed at low speed
• Non-contacting air and oil seals
LO W- C O S T O P E R AT I O N
• Stainless steel compression elements
• True unloading capability helps to take advantage of
opportunities for energy savings • Conservative, high-quality gear design

• Increased uptime compared to alternative technologies • Extended life pinion bearing design
translates into reduced operating life-cycle costs •C
 entrifugal compressors are proven to have a long mean time
• Excellent part-load efficiencies for any operating load between failures (MTBF), and independent research has shown
an industry-leading availability of 99.7%
• No sliding or rubbing parts in the compression process causing
wear or efficiency loss
TURBO-AIR 3000 Centrifugal Compressors
EFFICIENT PACKAGE
TURBO-AIR® 3000 compressors feature easy, low-cost
installation and operation. They include a control center,
built-in aftercooler and packaged check valve.
Compressor Motor Sizes Available

1981 mm (78”)
300-600 kW (400-800 hp)
Compressor Discharge Pressure Ranges
3.5-10.3 barg (50-150 psig)
Compressor Flow Ranges
57-113 m3/min (2000-4000 CFM) 3391 mm (134”) 1821 mm (72”)

Typical Package Weight*

5443 kg (12,000 lb) *driver dependent

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CURVE FOR 522 KW (700 HP) / 8.6 BARG (125 PSIG)
12.0 180

10.0 150
31%
8.0 Turndown 120 Impellers
barg

psig

6.0 90 Advanced design combines the best features

4.0 60
of a semi-radial, backward-leaning impeller.
2.0 30

550 735

500 670

450 Vaned Diffusers

hp
kW

605
Matching diffusers are used
400 540 for increased efficiency.
350 475
70 80 90 100 110
(2470) (2825) (3180) (3535) (3890)

m3/min (CFM)

TYPICAL P&ID
SD
VI
C/P
Control VE
Center C/P
Discharge
PI Pressure
SD
Connection
Stage 1 Stage 2 TI Stage 3 PE
C/P
M
TE
6 or 8” Pipe 4" Pipe

Inlet
First Stage Second Stage Aftercooler
Guide
Vane Intercooler Intercooler

Bypass Valve M Condensate Drain Condensate Drain Condensate Drain

PO
1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT
To
Control Center
LOW TOTAL COST OF
Life-Cycle Cost Comparison
OWNERSHIP (over 10 years of operation at 80% loaded)

120%
Over time, the energy required to power a compressed
air system is the largest cost associated with a
compressor; particularly in today’s fluctuating energy 100%

markets. That is why, to accurately determine the

return on your investment, it is important to consider 80%
the total life-cycle cost of operating the compressor,
including the initial investment, energy consumption
and maintenance costs. 60%

As the chart to the right demonstrates, the TURBO-AIR

3000 provides some of the lowest total life-cycle costs 40%

of any compressor, including dry screw, variable speed

drive (VSD) screw and other centrifugal compressors. 20%

Compared to other machines of similar capacity,

TURBO-AIR 3000 compressors are one of the most 0%
efficient oil-free compressors at full load, part load and
no load.
The power savings delivered can significantly speed
up the payback on your initial investment, and the
savings continue to build the more you use the
TURBO-AIR 3000.

BEARINGS AND SEALS LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Oil Supply

Bearing

Viscous Damper

Housing All TURBO-AIR compressors feature a self-

contained, low-pressure lubrication system.
Superior Pinion Bearing Design
For extended life and operation at any load.
Patented, hydrostatic-squeeze-film design.

INTERCOOLERS AND AFTERCOOLERS

Seals
Water-in-tube intercooler and aftercooler
Non-contacting, non-wearing labyrinth air and oil seals, with bundles slide out for easy inspection and
atmospheric air gap, require no buffer air for oil-free air, and cleaning.
eliminate the need for periodic replacement of carbon-ring
seals and instrument air for permissive starting.
CONTROL SYSTEMS
Ingersoll Rand can provide the right control system
engineered for your applications.
MAESTRO Suite of Controls
MAESTRO control systems offer optimal protection and
control for your compressed air system. The MAESTRO suite
contains a model that is sure to be in tune with your needs.
MAESTRO Universal
• Windows CE-driven system
includes a built-in web server
and setup wizard for quick
configuration
• Able to handle multiple stages
and designed for many makes
and models of compressors
• 10“ color graphic display Horizontally Split Gearbox
provides easy monitoring Allows for easy access when the
• Built-in USB port for system jobsite maintenance policy requires
configuration and data logging periodic inspection.
• Capable of monitoring and controlling
the total system across multiple units
MAESTRO PLC
• Utilizes an Allen-Bradley
CompactLogix platform with:
16 digital inputs, 16 digital
outputs, 16 analog inputs,
4 analog outputs and 12 RTD
inputs
• Comes standard with an Allen-
Bradley PanelView Plus 1000 10” touchscreen
• Networking software available for automation of multiple Variable Inlet Guide Vanes
units and total system automation
Variable inlet guide vanes can offer
• Optional stainless steel enclosure available power savings of up to 9% when
operating in turndown. Inlet guide
vanes impart a whirling motion to the
ISO CERTIFIED CLASS ZERO inlet air flow in the same direction as
The TURBO-AIR centrifugal compressor product line has the impeller operation, reducing the
been engineered to produce oil-free air for more than work input. Net power savings can be
60 years. This certification officially acknowledges the ability realized at reduced flow or on days
of our compressors to produce 100% oil-free air, providing colder than the design temperature.
our customers with enhanced quality assurance. Inlet guide vanes are positioned close
to the inducer of the impeller to
maximize performance.

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