Tactical Lighweight Compressor

Question 1

What is the TWL purpose?

Answer 1

Expedient repair

Tactical aircraft deployment

Question 2

What pressure does it provide air?

Answer 2

21 ft3/min

100 psi

Question 3

What type of compressor does the TWL have?

Answer 3

Vertical, two stage, reciprocating piston

Connected by an inter cooler

Question 4

What rpm range does the engine of a TWL have?

Answer 4

1200 idling and 3200 at operating speed

Question 5

What is the purpose of the centrifugal clutch?

Answer 5

Allows free cranking of the engine on startup and transmits energy from the engine to the compressor

Question 6

When does the centrifugal clutch engage?

Answer 6

1700 rpm

Question 7

How does a centrifugal clutch work?

Answer 7

As the clutch spins the centrifugal force acts on the spring and the shoes engage with a clutch which turns it

Question 8

How many turns should the clutch assembly be tightened?

Answer 8

4.75

Question 9

What is the purpose of the space frame?

Answer 9

Houses the engine/compressor on anti vibration mounts

Question 10

What degrees should the surface be for safe use?

Answer 10

> 10 degrees