Reciprocating Gas Compressor

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Course Description

“Reciprocating Gas Compressor 101” is an introductory guide designed to provide a foundational understanding of reciprocating gas compressors, a vital component in various industrial processes. This guide explores the basic principles, design, and operation of reciprocating compressors, which use pistons driven by a crankshaft to compress and transport gas. The course is an invaluable resource for anyone new to the field or looking to deepen their understanding of these critical machines. It serves as a stepping stone for further study and specialization in the field of gas compression technology. The course is invaluable for anyone new to the field or looking to deepen their understanding of these critical machines. It serves as a stepping stone for further study and specialization in the field of gas compression technology.

Key Learnings

Applications of Reciprocating Compressors.
Basic operating Principles.
Ideal PV diagram.
Compression Cycle Explained.
Name and function of the components.
Operating Principles.
Volumetric efficiency and capacity control.
Bearings.
Components of the compressor package.
Driver and driven equipment.
Pulsation Bottles & Suction Scrubbers.
Suction, Discharge and Speed.
Compression ratio and discharge pressure.
Multistage compression.
Rod load limits and crosshead pin load reversal.
Forced Feed Lubrication.

Audience

At the end of this course the student should be able to explain the application of different compressors, understand the fundamental operating principles of a reciprocating gas compressor, list and explain the function of the different components of a reciprocating gas compressor describe capacity control methods, and the lubricating system.

Requirements

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Course features
  • Author: Stacked Learning
  • Study time: 2 hours
  • Level: Intermediate 
  • Categories: Centrifugal Gas Compressor & Reciprocating Gas Engines 
Course overview
The course covers in-depth description of the components that make up a reciprocating compressor, the basic functions like suction and discharge pressure, and the explanation of lubrication system.

Course Structure