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GEA Grasso

GEA Grasso 55HP

GEA Grasso GEA Grasso 55HP — Single-stage reciprocating compressor for CO2 cascade freezing and NH3 heat pump applications.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

cooling capacity kW 141–268 (CO2) / 402–441 (NH3)
airflow m3h 168
speed rpm 500–1500
weight kg 633
refrigerant CO2 (R744) or NH3 (R717)
cylinders 5
design pressure bar 50

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Common failures & inspection points

Valve inspection and replacement (suction and discharge valves): check for wear, breakage, leakage, and correct seating; replace at manufacturer-specified inter

Valve inspection and replacement (suction and discharge valves): check for wear, breakage, leakage, and correct seating; replace at manufacturer-specified intervals

Piston rings and cylinder liner inspection: measure wear with go/no-go gauges; check for scoring, blow-by, or excessive clearance

Piston rings and cylinder liner inspection: measure wear with go/no-go gauges; check for scoring, blow-by, or excessive clearance

Crankshaft and connecting rod bearing clearances: measure journal and bearing wear; check oil film pressure and replace bearings per service intervals

Crankshaft and connecting rod bearing clearances: measure journal and bearing wear; check oil film pressure and replace bearings per service intervals

Lubrication system: verify oil level, oil pressure, oil quality and viscosity, oil separator function, and check for refrigerant dilution in crankcase oil

Lubrication system: verify oil level, oil pressure, oil quality and viscosity, oil separator function, and check for refrigerant dilution in crankcase oil

Shaft seal (mechanical seal) inspection: check for refrigerant leakage, wear of seal faces, and correct spring tension

Shaft seal (mechanical seal) inspection: check for refrigerant leakage, wear of seal faces, and correct spring tension

Safety devices: test high/low pressure cut-outs, oil pressure differential switch, discharge temperature limiter, and crankcase heater function

Safety devices: test high/low pressure cut-outs, oil pressure differential switch, discharge temperature limiter, and crankcase heater function

Cylinder head and gasket condition: inspect for hot spots, leakage, and corrosion; retorque head bolts to specification

Cylinder head and gasket condition: inspect for hot spots, leakage, and corrosion; retorque head bolts to specification

Vibration and alignment check: measure and correct crankshaft end-float, coupling alignment, and belt tension (V-belt drives); inspect anti-vibration mounts

Vibration and alignment check: measure and correct crankshaft end-float, coupling alignment, and belt tension (V-belt drives); inspect anti-vibration mounts

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Equipment Model #152075 · ✓ still in production