Liquid Ring Compressors Flashcards
1
Q
What is a major advantage of a liquid ring compressor?
A
Can be used for dirty gases and can pass through heavy contaminates.
2
Q
What happens to the machine capacity of a liquid ring compressor if the sealing fluid injection rate exceeds the design flow rate?
A
The capacity will decrease!
3
Q
Why can liquid ring compressors handle large contaminants?
A
Because they have larger then usual internal clearances.
4
Q
What 3 functions are served by the sealing fluid?
A
It cools, seals and is used for compression.
5
Q
Do liquid ring compressors generate thrust?
A
They do not, but still need a thrust bearing to set axial alignment.
