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Detailed information

Improved gas compressor reliability with Klüber Lubrication

Healthcare for your rotary screw gas compressor.

your global specialist

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No matter where your gas compressor operates, we are specialists for its effective lubrication 3

Rotary screw gas compressors 5

1.1 Many compressor shut-downs due to wear? Viscosity and gas solubility are a decisive factor 5

1.2 Problems with residues, deposits and sludge in the oil? Chemical compatibility may be the cause 8

1.3 High oil consumption and high oil carryover to the gas stream? Low evaporation and carryover for a pure gas stream 10

1.4 The art of choosing the right gas compressor oil – in three steps 12

1.5 Specialty oils versus mineral oils – an example 14

1.6 A specialist for every application – Klüber oils for rotary screw gas compressors. 16

Our service – available worldwide. 18

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Whether for on- or off-shore applicati-ons, whether for the extraction of oil orgas, for refineries, the chemical orpetrochemical industry – Klüber offersspecial lubricants that are preciselytuned to your needs and the types ofgases in your compressor.

We regard the lubricant as an essentialdesign element of the compressor, justas bearings, rotors or slide valves.More than 80 years of practical experi-ence in research, development andapplication of special lubricants ensurea product quality that increases thereliability, availability and productioncapacity of compressors. These bene-fits enable maximum asset perfor-mance in particular in the oil and gasindustry where the cost of downtimeand machine failure is extremely high.

The outstanding benefit offered by Klüber is not only lubrication as such,but also the fact that our lubricants are

precisely tuned to the particular type ofgas stream that is being compressed.Depending on the composition of thegas stream in your process, it candilute the compressor oil. The gasstream may consist of hydrocarbongases like propane, inert gases likenitrogen or aggressive gases likemethyl chloride, all in varying concen-trations. Under pressure, many gasestend to be dissolved in certain lubrica-ting oils and may reduce their viscositysignificantly.

Lubricant additives or base oils mayreact with components of the gas, leading to the formation of sludge anddeposits. Premature wear, extra down-time for maintenance, high oil con-sumption and shorter oil change inter-vals are common consequences.

No matter where your gas compressor operates,we are specialists for its effective lubrication.


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Klüber Lubrication help you avoid suchlubrication-related problems. A detailedanalysis of the gas stream in the com-pressor and an extraordinarily widerange of fully and semi-synthetic compressor oils enable us to offer youa solution that optimally suits theneeds of your individual compressionprocess – anywhere in the world. After all, the choice of lubricant has adecisive effect on the reliability of yourrotating equipment, your productionand hence also your competitiveness.

Klüber Summit gas compressor lubricants:

... benefits for your gas compressor:

� less wear

� longer component life

� longer machine life

� minimum oil consumption

� maximum oil change intervals

... benefits for you:

� less downtime due to maintenance

� lower spare parts cost

� higher reliability in operation andmanufacture, higher availability

� optimum economic efficiency

Special lubricants: a decisive designelement of process gas compressorsas well as of the reliability of produc-tion and its economy

Benefits you can use worldwide.With our international organization, we can supply you reliably and on-time anywherearound the world any time – both on- and off-shore. Being a global player, havingaddresses to contact on every continent and more than 1,700 staff worldwide makethis possible. We can be found in all regions where oil and process gas compres-sors operate, from North and South America to South-East Asia, Australia, Russiaand Europe to Africa and the Middle East.


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Lubricating oils in rotary screw-typecompressors for process gases fulfill a number of different tasks:

� They lubricate the rotors and the bearings.

� They seal the gap between rotor and casing, and betweenthe rotors.

� They cool the gas stream beingcompressed.

� They remove heat.

� They protect against corrosion.

An important factor especially for thelubrication of bearings and rotors is theright viscosity of the lubricating oil,

which should under all operating condi-tions comply with the instructions pro-vided by the compressor manufacturer.

If the gas stream did not affect thelubricating oil, the choice of viscositywould be a fairly simple task. But cer-tain gases tend to be dissolved in cer-tain lubricants. This effect may consi-derably reduce the oil's viscosity andprevent the formation of an effectivelubricant film. This may in turn lead toreduced service life or failure of the “airend“ and hence machine downtime.

The composition of the gas streams to be compressed is as varied as theprocesses for which they are used. The lubricating oil for the compressorshould be chosen just as individually.

1.1. Many compressor shut-downs due to wear? Viscosity and gas solubility are a decisive factor

With the right lubricating oil you will not only reduce wear and increase the life ofindividual components as well as that of your machines as a whole, but you willalso boost your operational reliability and hence your profits. But which lubricatingoil will release this potential?

Rotary screw gas compressors


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Every gas stream is unique. Klüber Lubrication is the only lubricantsupplier to have tailor-developed a program to calculate the tendency ofthe individual gases to be dissolved inlubricating oil. All factors determining thistendency are taken into account, inclu-ding the actual operating conditions:

1. Pressure:The higher the compression, thehigher the tendency of the gasto be dissolved in the oil.

2. Temperature:The higher the compressiontemperature, the lower the tendency of the gas to be dissolved in the oil.

3. Molecular weight:The higher the molecular weightof the gas, the higher its ten-dency to be dissolved in the oil."Heavy" hydrocarbons such astoluene are more easily dissol-ved than "light" ones such asmethane or propane.

4. Polarity:When it comes to polarity, theprinciple of "likeness" applies.Polar gases such as ammoniaare easily dissolved in polar oilssuch as polyglycol, while homo-polar gases such as hydro -carbons are less easily dis -solved in polar oils.

Taking into account these criteria, Klüber can calculate the tendency of your gas to be dissolved in the lubricating oil already before yourrotary screw compressor is filled withlubricant. This gives us valuable infor-mation about the oil's viscosity underactual operating conditions, and wecan suggest a lubricant that will meetthe manufacturer's viscosity require-ments in all real-life situations.

Klüber calculates viscosity

Mineral oil ISO VG 150High viscosity decrease, viscosity not in line with specification

Klüber Summit PGS 150, ISO VG 150Small viscosity decrease, viscosity within specification

Running hours of the compressor

Recommended viscosity range

Stable viscosityafter initial dilution

ISO VG 150

Vis

cosi

ty Continuous dilution of the mineral oil

Viscosity too low –Risk of bearing damage in the compressor


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A lubricant with a viscosity that is inline with manufacturer's instructionsinevery stage of compressor operationhelps you to extend your productioncapacity. After all, less compressorwear leads not only to

� longer component life and

� higher operational and productionreliability throughout your plant

but also to

� less production loss due to maintenance downtime,

� a higher degree of compressoravailability and

� a better utilization

An example:

The first step is analyzing the gas stream composition:54 % methane CH4 16 % C2H10, C5H12, C6H1416 % hydrogen H2 36 ppm hydrogen sulfide H2S16 % ethane C2H6 16 ppm hydrogen chloride HCI8 % propane C3H8

2. The second step is analyzing the operational data of the compressor:Discharge pressure: 8.5 barDischarge temperature: 95°CSuction pressure: 1.2 barSuction temperature: 28°COil temperature to the bearings: 65°C

3. The third step is the viscosity requirement of the OEM:Application example: oil-injected rotary screw compressor

>12 mm2/s at 65°C (oil injection temperature to the bearings)> 8 mm2/s at 95°C (oil injection temperature to the rotors)

4. The fourth step is suggesting a suitable oil for the application:For this operational data, we would suggest Klüber Summit NGSH-150.

We have enclosed a "Technical Questionnaire for Process Gas Compressors",which will help you to quickly and easily compile your application data and sendthem to us so that we can recommend a suitable product. We will also gladly calculate the lubricating oil viscosity that brings you maximum benefit.

A calculation that pays


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The pitfalls of chemistry: reaction products.When mixing under high pressure andtemperature, gases may not only bedissolved in the oil, they may also reactwith base oils or additives. Conventio-nal mineral oils, in particular, containunsaturated hydrocarbons and sulphurcompounds that tend to react withreactive gas components. Furthermore,base oils and additives may be affec-ted by acids or humidity contained inthe gas stream. The complex chemicalsystem present in a compressor hostsa vast potential for chemical reactionand polymerization.

A typical consequence of this type ofreaction is the formation of sludge orsolid residues. Both may severely affectthe lubricity of the oil and lead to consi-derable wear on rotors and bearings.

Another possible effect is the cloggingof oil filters and separators, which inturn leads to higher oil consumption.So a high consumption of oil filters andseparators, short oil change intervals,frequent machine stoppage for mainten-ance, high oil consumption – all leadingto substantial costs – are inevitable. Ormaybe they aren’t?

1.2. Problems with residues, depositsand sludge in the Oil.Chemical compatibility may be the cause

Reduce your maintenance and operating costs by using compres-sor oils from Klüber Lubrication. How’s that possible? Becausewith Klüber oils you will need less new oil filters and separators,reduce reaction by-products in the compressor and cut your oilconsumption.


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Our reaction: low-reaction lubricants.To avoid the formation of reaction by-products and prevent avoidablecostsfor maintenance and spare parts,Klüber Lubrication checks the compa-tibility of gas stream and lubricating oilbefore it is used in a particular com-pressor.

Based on chemical expertise gatheredduring more than 75 years of advancedresearch and development, our team ofexperienced chemists ensure that weknow and understand the possiblereactions between gas and oil compo-nents, and about the conditions underwhich they occur.

With this background, an accurateanalysis of the gas stream being com-pressed enables us to find a suitablelubricant for your rotary screw com-pressor from our range of more than 25different process gas compressor oils.

This means for you:

� less reaction by-products, depositsand sludge

� lower filter consumption due toless deposits

� lower costs due to longer oil separator life

� lower oil consumption due to longer oil change intervals andhigh separator performance

� less wear on rotors and bearingscaused by reaction by-products(consequent longer rotor and bea-ring life)

� less downtime for normal andextraordinary maintenance stopsto replace oil filters, oil separators,bearings and rotors.

� lower operating and maintenancecosts

In brief – you will save a lot of inconvenience and costs.


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When standard oils beat it.At high compression temperatures, theoil injected into the compressor tendsto evaporate – in particular standard-quality mineral oils – and is carriedalong with the gas stream. There it ispresent in two forms: as oil vapor andas oil aerosol (small droplets). Theaerosol is mostly filtered out mechani-cally by the oil separator; the oil vapor,however, can cause problems as itremains in the gas stream, being oneof the causes of continuous oil con-sumption. Consequently, the more oilevaporates, the more is consumed.

In chemical processes where the purityof the gas stream is essential, the pre-sence of oil in the gas is highly undesi-

rable. But a high oil content can alsocause problems in applications in theoil and gas industry. Downstream cata-lysts may suffer damage due to theeffect of certain oils and additives.Components such as heat exchangersor pipes may be clogged by conden-sing oil vapor. In addition, a high oilcontent in the gas stream leads to highoil consumption.

A lot of problems for which Klüber Lubrication offer tailor-madesolutions.

1.3. High oil consumption and high oilcarryover to the gas stream? Low evaporation and carryover fora pure gas stream

Our special lubricants for the compression of inert gases such aspure hydrogen or nitrogen ensure that the gas stream remainspure. After all it's the compressor that needs lubrication, and notthe gas stream.


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Klüber Summit: synthetic pro-blem solvers.With our Klüber Summit oils we offeryou an extremely wide choice of fullyand semi-synthetic products for alltypes of compression processes. Thehigh resistance to evaporation of theseoils comes into play in particular attemperatures above 70°C, which ensu-res that the amount of oil vapor carriedalong in the gas stream is kept to aminimum.

Furthermore, several of our oils havebeen approved by a leading manufac-turer of catalysts in the oil and gas producing sector: UOP. ConsequentlyKlüber Lubrication can supply the idealoil for every application.

This means for the compression process:

� Highly reliable processes, especi-ally chemical ones

� Less oil carryover, continuouslyhigh efficiency and long service lifeof catalysts and downstream com-ponents

� Less stoppage for cleaning (heatexchanger) and replacement ofcontaminated components

This means for you:

� Purity requirements are met.

� Oil consumption is lower (refillquantities).

� Downstream components livelonger.

Need for maintenance as is causedby oil in the gas that makes cleaning of the contaminated com-ponents necessary is reduced.

� Maintenance and operating costsare reduced and the availability ofyour compressor increased.

Lubrication with know-how – synthetic special oils.


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1st step – data collection.The following information must beavailable to find a suitable oil:

� Accurate analysis of the gas streambeing compressed

� Suction and discharge temperature

� Suction and discharge pressure

� Viscosity instructions by compres-sor manufacturer

� Operating conditions such as inter-mittent operation, ambient tempe-ratures and other influencing factors

� Important additional informatione.g. if catalysts are used, or limitsfor the oil content in the gasstream

On the last page, you will find the"Technical Questionnaire for ProcessGas Compressors" as an insert. Goingthrough its questions is an easy way ofcompiling all the data you need

1.4. The art of choosing the right gascompressor oil – in three steps

Under the name of Klüber Summitalone we offer you eight different seriesof special oils for rotary screw gascompressors: they include oils for the compression of light hydrocarbongases as well as oils for use withaggressive gases such as ammonia. In addition we offer the Klüber TyrenoFluid series: inert oils for use with highlyreactive gases.

Besides the compressor oil of coursewe offer you suitable oils for themechanical seals. As the oil from theseal can get in contact with the com-pressor oil, both oils need to be com-patible. For this task we can offer amechanical seal oil suitable for eachgas compressor oil. The full package.

Our product range is as comprehensiveas the possible uses of rotary screwcompressors in oil and gas extraction,refineries, the chemical and petroche-mical industries. For you to obtain thespecial oil that is optimally suited foryour application, the following selectionsteps are recommended:


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2nd step – data evaluation.We will use your data to determine asuitable oil taking into account the following aspects:

� Determination of tendency of thegas to be dissolved in the oil andhence its viscosity during operation

� Selection of base oil and additivestuned to components in the gasstream

� Catalysts taken into account

� Check of particularities of gasstream and operating conditions

3rd step – product recommen-dation.We will make you a comprehensiveoffer for a lubricant:

� We will submit a product sugge-stion together with productioninformation leaflet and materialsafety data sheet.

� We will outline the viscosity beha-vior of the product as supplied andduring actual operation – the latterbeing the viscosity specified by thecompressor manufacturer.

� We will provide a summarized ex -planation why Klüber is suggestingthis product.

� We will provide a comment regar-ding the operating conditions foundin the application: what to observefor oil changes, for compressorsrunning with catalysts, how to dealwith the risk of the gas fallingbelow the dew point, or the forma-tion of acids in the compressor.


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Five years of operation prior to change over to Klüber Summit PGS 100

� After each 8,000 operating hoursthe compressor had to be repairedor replaced due to bearing failureand high wear; six compressorswere required in these five years

� Monthly oil changes as hydro -carbon condensate reduced oilviscosity and flash point.

� Approx. five weeks downtime forrepair each year

� Approx. 4,900,000 m3 of gas bur-ned off per year, at 20,000 m3/day

� Approx. 840 man-hours for maintenance

with Klüber Summit PGS 100

� Since the changeover, the samecompressor has been running for19,000 operating hours withoutbearing failure

� Oil change was extended to overone year

� No unwanted downtime in overtwo years

� Volume of burned gas reduced to140,000 m3 since changeover

� Approx. 140 man-hours since thechangeover

hydrocarbon gases, which are used topower several gas turbines. When thecompressor is down, the gas turbinescannot be used, and the gases mustbe flared off.After seven years of numerous break-downs, bearing damage and produc-tion downtime, the operator contactedKlüber Lubrication. Following a detai-led analysis of the gas stream, a spe-cial gas compressor oil was suggestedfor this application. Use of the new oil –Klüber Summit PGS 100 – startedwhen the defective compressor hadbeen replaced.

1.5. Specialty oils versus mineral oils –an example

Operational reliability and availability of the LPVR compressor:

Naturally quality has its price. But com-parison with other products does notworry us. After all, the high quality ofour special oils will pay in the longterm: by increasing the availability ofyour compressor and hence your pro-duction capacity. Figures are moreconclusive than words, so please havea look at the following calculation.

One of the world's major oil producersturned to Klüber Lubrication in the fol-lowing case. A low pressure vaporrecovery (LPVR) rotary screw compres-sor is used offshore for the recovery of


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Machine data:Compressor: oil injected rotary screw gas compressorDischarge pressure: 8.5 barDischarge temperature: 95 °CGas stream: Hydrocarbon gas of varying composition, from

methane to hexaneProblems encountered: Oil change every 1,000 op. hrs. because of oil dilution

and decreasing flash point; yearly exchange of compressor due to pronounced wear, downtime andproduction loss

Lubricant costs- per oil change- per year

Maintenance time per yearMaintenance costs per year

Spare parts and replacementcompressor, costs per year

Production lossCosts of production loss

Total costsCosts saved

before changeover to Klüber Summit PGS 100

7,400.- US$12 · 7,400.- US$

= 88,000.- US$

160 hrs160 hrs · 50.- US$

= 8,000.- US$

15,000.- US$

700,000 m3 gas / year700,000 m3 · 0.1 US$ / m3

= 70,000.- US$

181,800.- US$--

with Klüber Summit PGS 100

16,000.- US$1 · 16,000.- EUR

= 16,000.- US$

65 hrs65 hrs · 50.- US$

= 3,250.- US$

3,000.- US$ (assumed service life 40,000 op. hrs)

140,000 m3 gas per year140,000 m3 · 0.1 US$ /m3

= 14,000.- US$

36,250.- US$145,550.- US$

162,800.- US$ Costs for monthly oil change (22 · 7,400.- US$)22,000.- US$ Replacement of compressor

>1,000,000 m3 Additional volume of gas recovered256 hours Working time for compressor maintenance

Conclusion: Since it has been changed over to Klüber Summit PGS 100, theLPVR compressor has been running much more reliably. Downtime has beenreduced significantly and failure of peripherals minimized. The rig crew called thechangeover a great success.

Make use of this saving potential and put it into practice!

The following savings were attained since the changeover:


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1.6 A specialist for every application –Klüber oils for rotary screw gascompressors.

Application, gas stream Klüber product Viscosity

Klüber SummitPS 100 ... 400

Klüber SummitNGSH 68 ... 220

Klüber SummitPGS 68 ... 220

Klüber SummitPGS 2

Klüber SummitPGI 68 ... 150

Klüber SummitDSL 100 ...125XM

Klüber SummitR 100 ... 500

Klüber TyrenoFluid 3/6V, 6/14Vand 12/25V

Klüber SummitPGS- 10A

Klüber SummitHySyn FG-15

Light hydrocarbon gases without acid gascomponents and their mixtures with inertgases or low concentrations (< 21%) of oxygen

Light to heavy medium hydrocarbon gases

Especially if acid gas components are existent like hydrogen sulfide (H2S)

Heavy medium to heavy hydrocarbon gases


Heavy hydrocarbon gases


Refrigeration compressor oils for hydrocarbonrefrigerants like propane, propylene and butane

Light to heavy medium hydrocarbon gases

Especially if process catalysts are installedafter the compressor

Aggressive gases like ammonia, methyl chloride or vinyl chloride

Refrigeration compressors with ammonia as refrigerant

Aggressive gases for special applications

For pure oxygen or gas mixtures with oxygencontents higher than 21 %

For applications with very high standardsregarding the oil carryover into the gas stream

Lubrication of mechanical seal of the gascompressor

32, 46, 68, 100, 150

68, 100, 150, 220

68, 100, 150, 220

90

68, 100, 150

100, 125

32, 68, 85, 220

30, 60, 100

10, 15

The product suggestions in this table just provide a general basis for the selection of a gas compressor oil. This tabledoes not contain any product recommendations for different applications. For a detailled product selection specific


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Here is a brief overview of our products. To determine which oil is the right one for you, please send usall relevant data for the gas stream in your compressor and the operating conditions. As an insert onthe last page you will find our "Technical Questionnaire for Process Gas Compressors". This que-stionnaire will help you to quickly and easily compile your application data and send them to us so thatwe can recommend a suitable product.

Properties and operating range Possible customer value

Semi-synthetic gas compressor oil based on mineral oil and synthetic ester

Good oxidation stability especially if oxygen is present in the gas stream

Synthetic gas compressor oil based on Polyalphaolefines and synthetic ester

Contain additives to protect equipment from wear, rust and hydrogen sulfide corrosion

Low pourpoint for starting the equipment at low oil temperatures

High evaporation stability minimizes the oil carryover into the gas stream in comparisonto standard mineral oils

Synthetic gas compressor oils based on polyglycol

High resistance to thinning out by hydrocarbon dilution







Not miscible with liquid hydrocarbons in wet gas streams which keeps the viscositystable over a long period of time





Controlled miscibility of hydrocarbon refrigerants in these oils allows oil to return fromevaporator at low temperatures and to maintain stable viscosity in the compressor

Synthetic gas compressor oils based on special ester

Good compatibility with process catalysts

Approved by catalyst manufacturer UOP

Synthetic gas compressor oil based on polyalphaolefines

High chemical stability against aggressive gases


Synthetic gas compressor oil based on perfluorinated polyether

High chemical stability against aggressive gases like oxygen

Positive BAM approval for the use with gaseous oxygen

Very low vapour pressure for low oil carryover into the gas stream

Synthetic oils for mechanical seal lubrication based on polyalphaolefine (Klüber Sum-mit HySyn FG 15) and polyglycol (Klüber Summit PGS 10A)

Compatible with Klüber Summit gas compressor oils of the same base oil basis

/ Increased availability ofthe process gas compres-sor and of the whole pro-cess

/ Increased operational relia-bility of the gas compres-sor and of the entire pro-cess

/ Economic operation of thegas compressor due toreduced maintenance andspare parts costs

/ High pureness of the gasstream due to reduced oilcarryover into the gasstream

/ Increased effectivenessand lifetime of processcatalysts

/ Long-term partnershipfor consulting, aftersales service and specialgas compressor oilsfor the oil selection ofmany individual and unique gas streams and applications

factors have to be considered like a gas stream analysis as well as the exact operating conditions of thecompressor. Please consult Klüber Lubrication for an individual oil selection for your application.


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Compressor cleaning made easy.With the special cleaning fluid KlüberSummit Varnasolv you can clean your-rotary screw gas compressor duringoperation – fast and effectively, withoutmachine stoppage. Klüber SummitVarnasolv is a highly effective concen-trate: It is added to the oil fill at a concentration of 10 % before the oilchange. While the compressor is stilloperating, it releases contaminants anddeposits from the walls, which remainsuspended in the oil. When the old oil isthen drained for the changeover, theseparticles are removed.

This method is much more effective thansimply flushing the compressor with anormal lubricating oil. Normal oil has a

poor cleaning effect and hardly managesto remove chemical reaction productsand contaminant particles from thewalls. However, if these deposits arelikely to affect the new oil fill or causeadditional wear, thorough cleaning isindispensable.

You have the option of using Klüber Summit Varnasolv, or else youmay resort to disassembling your com-pressor completely to clean all its partsmanually. You can imagine which solution we will suggest to increase the efficiency and availability of yourcompressor.

No matter where in the world you are, whether off-shore or onfirm ground, we will not only supply you with lubricants reliably intime, but we also offer you our services. We provide assistancewith the cleaning of compressors and used oil analysis.

Our service – available worldwide

Caution! When changing over to special oils, the compressor as wellas all major oil lines and filtersshould be thoroughly cleaned.Otherwise residues of the old oilmay affect the quality of the newlyfilled Klüber oil.


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Regular used-oil analyses.If you wish to accurately time oil main-tenance stoppage and avoid additionaldowntime, you should have the oil inuse inspected on a regular basis. As thegas composition in a compressor isnever the same, any prediction of compressor oil life is a rough estimate.Oils may age faster or live longer thanex pected. It is therefore advisable toregularly analyze the compressor oilbeing used.

Depending on the types of gases, ope-rating conditions and compressor run-time, we will define sampling intervalstogether with you. We will provide youwith standardized sample bottles, whichyou fill and send to our lab at the spe-cified intervals. A few days later, youwill receive a comprehensive lab reportinforming you about the conditions ofyour oil and any steps to be taken.

This measure will help to preventmachine downtime, reduce mainten-ance costs and increase compressoravailability.

You can find us where you need us.Having addresses to contact on everycontinent and more than 1,400 staffworldwide, we are never far away from you.

This will make contacting us as smoothas lubrication with our products. Youwill find the closest partner to contactin all matters regarding lubrication onthe back of this brochure.


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If your selection criteria are not included in this questionnaire we will be pleased to find a tailor-made solution for you. This questionnairehelps us identify your specific requirements.Please complete, copy and send it to one of the addresses overleaf. We will provide a recommendation as soon as possible.

Technical Questionnaire Process Gas Compressors

Please fill in and return to Klüber Lubrication.

CompanyContact person/DepartmentPhone/Fax/E-mail

1. Compressor type

� Reciprocating piston compressor

� Single-acting

� Double-acting

� Screw-type compressor

� Other types:

Manufacturer/OEM:

Compressor designation/type:

2. Composition of gas

Data indicated in:

� % by mol or

� % by volume

Please enter portions of eachgas or enclose complete gasanalysis.

Portions

Water vapour H2O

Helium He

Nitrogen N2Hydrogen H2Carbon dioxide CO2Carbon monoxide CO

Oxygen O2

Methane CH4Ethane C2H6Propane C3H8Isobutane i-C4H10N-butane n-C4H10Isopentane i-C5H12N-pentane n-C5H12Hexane C6H14Heptane C7H16

Ethylene C2H4Propylene C3H6

Butene C4H8

Benzole C6H6Toluene C7H8Xylene C8H10

Methyl chloride CH3Cl

Vinyl chloride H2C=CHCl

Ammonia NH3Hydrogen sulphide H2S

Hydrogen chloride HCl

Miscellaneous:

3. Operating conditions

Suction temperature:

1st stage: °C

2nd stage: °C

Suction pressure:

1st stage: bar

2nd stage: bar

Compression discharge temperature:

1st stage: °C

2nd stage: °C

Compression discharge pressure:

1st stage: bar

2nd stage: bar

Ambient temperature:

°C

With circulation lubrication:

Oil sump temperature: °C

4. Screw-type compressor

Lubrication details

Lubricating oil used:

Oil fill quantity: litresOil change interval:

operating hoursRefill quantity:

litres/1000 operating hoursChange interval of:

Oil filter operating hoursOil separator cartridge

operating hours

Viscosity details

Minimum viscosities

in the bearing: °C

at the rotors: °C

Floating ring seal

Manufacturer:

Material:

Oil used:

Fill quantity: litres

Operating temperature: °C

What do you want to improve?

� Extend oil change intervals� Reduce oil consumption� Extend service life of bearings

and rotors (reduce wear)� Avoid residues/deposits� Extend service life of oil

separator and filter

� Miscellaneous:

mm2/s at

mm2/s at


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The data in this document is based on our general experience and knowledge at the time of publication and is intended to give information of possible applications to a reader with technical experience. It constitutes neither an assurance of product proper-ties nor does it release the user from the obligation of performing preliminary field tests with the product selected for a specific application. All data are guide values which depend on the lubricant’s composition, the intended use and the application method. The technical values of lubricants change depending on the mechanical, dynamical, chemical and thermal loads, time and pressure. These changes may affect the function of a component. We recommend contacting us to discuss your specific application. If possible we will be pleased to provide a sample for testing on request. Klüber Lubrication products are continually improved. Therefore, Klüber Lubrication reserves the right to change all the technical data in this document at any time without notice.

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Technical Questionnaire Process Gas Compressors

You will find this questionnaire also on our website www.klueber.com

Sketches:

5. Reciprocating pistoncompressor

Lubrication details

Lubricating oil used for:

Cylinder:

Crankshaft:

Fill quantities / oil reservoir:

Cylinder: litres

Crankshaft: litres

Oil consumption in cylinder

lubrication litres/day

Viscosity details

Minimum viscosities

in the cylinder: mm2/s

at °C

at the crankshaft: mm2/s

at °C

Compressor data

Stroke:

Stage 1: mm

Stage 2: mm

Bore:

Stage 1: mm

Stage 2: mm

Speed: min–1

Materials:

Piston:

Cylinder:

Piston ring:

Plunger packing:

Valves:

Catalytic converter data

Manufacturer:

Material:

Service life:

What do you want toimprove?

� Extend service life of valves

� Reduce oil consumption

� Extend service life ofcatalytic converter

� Extend service life of pistonrings and plunger packings

� Minimize residues in downstream pipes and heat exchangers

� Miscellaneous:


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Innovative tribological solutions are our passion. Through personal contact and consultation, we help our customers to be successful worldwide, in all industries and markets. With our ambitious technical concepts and experienced, competent staff we have been fulfilling increasingly demanding requirements by manufacturing efficient high-performance lubricants for more than 80 years.

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