Starting Air Compressor · Compressors
Marine air compressors are essential for a variety of onboard applications, ensuring reliable performance under demanding conditions. Sperre Air Power AS offers the XA 060, 090, 120, 150, 180, 200, 250 models, which are marine-rated and designed to handle compressed air and refrigerant with precision. These units have been rigorously tested and are DNV-approved, making them a trusted choice for maritime operations. Common failures in these compressors include valve plate fatigue after 4,000-6,000 operating hours, piston ring wear leading to reduced delivery rates after 8,000-12,000 hours, and intercooler leaks due to vibration fatigue. Additionally, gearbox oil contamination from blow-by can affect performance. To mitigate these issues, it is recommended to keep valve sets and piston rings on board as spare parts, with a lead time of 2-6 weeks for replacements. Oil filters and sealing kits should also be part of the standard onboard inventory. For optimal maintenance, valves should be overhauled every 4,000-6,000 hours, while piston rings require attention every 8,000-12,000 hours. A general overhaul is necessary every 16,000-20,000 hours, and oil changes should be performed every 500 hours to ensure the longevity and efficiency of the XA 060, 090, 120, 150, 180, 200, 250 models.
What our service work and the manufacturer documentation say about keeping this model running.
Overhaul valves every 4,000-6,000 hours. Piston rings every 8,000-12,000 hours. Major overhaul every 16,000-20,000 hours. Oil change every 500 hours.
Sperre Air Power AS: Ventilsätze und Kolbenringe an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen. Ölfilter und Dichtungssätze als Standard-Bordvorrat.
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