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MET-SRC

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The Mitsubishi MET‑SRC is a marine turbocharger that increases intake air pressure for 4‑stroke diesel engines, featuring an integrated turbine‑compressor design optimized for high efficiency and compact installation.

Specifications

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Engine Type4-stroke
Service

Service notes.

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Servicing per the manufacturer's manual and classification society requirements. Annual inspection at class survey. Stock spare parts as specified by the manufacturer.

Inspection

Common failures & inspection points

Inspection

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Common issues

  • Compressor fouling (reduced air flow, surging, increased exhaust temperature)
  • Turbine-side deposits (reduced efficiency, increased back pressure, thermal stress)
  • Bearing wear (increased axial/radial play, vibration, unusual noise, oil leakage)
  • Oil seal leakage (oil carry-over to compressor/turbine, oil consumption, smoke)
  • Rotor imbalance (due to fouling, blade damage, or bearing wear, leading to vibration)
  • Nozzle ring/turbine blade damage (due to foreign objects, thermal cracking, erosion)
  • Air filter blockage or damage (reduced air intake, compressor surging, increased pressure drop)
  • Exhaust gas casing cracks (due to thermal stress, leading to gas leakage and efficiency loss)

Inspection checklist

  • Check turbocharger casing for external oil/water/gas leaks and signs of overheating/cracks.
  • Inspect compressor wheel for fouling, erosion, foreign object damage, and blade tip clearance.
  • Inspect turbine wheel and nozzle ring for deposits, erosion, foreign object damage, and cracks (if accessible).
  • Measure axial and radial bearing play (critical check during maintenance stops).
  • Verify lubricating oil supply pressure and temperature, and inspect oil drain for free flow.
  • Check air filter condition for cleanliness and integrity.
  • Monitor turbocharger speed, boost pressure, and exhaust gas temperatures for deviations from normal operating parameters.
  • Listen for unusual noises (whining, grinding, surging) and check for excessive vibration.
  • Inspect flexible bellows and expansion joints on exhaust and air ducts for leaks or damage.
  • Verify proper functioning of washing systems (water/granule) for compressor and turbine.

Service intervals

Daily/Weekly ChecksVisual inspection, noise/vibration monitoring, oil level check.
2,000-4,000 hoursCompressor washing, visual inspection of compressor wheel and casing.
4,000-8,000 hoursTurbine washing, visual inspection of turbine wheel and nozzle ring (if accessible).
8,000-12,000 hoursBearing inspection/replacement, oil seal replacement, full cleaning of compressor/turbine, inspection of nozzle ring and diffuser.
16,000-24,000 hoursMajor overhaul (full strip-down, rotor balancing, replacement of all bearings, seals, gaskets, detailed inspection of all components, crack detection).

Typical wear limits

Axial bearing clearance (new)0.10 - 0.15 mm
Axial bearing clearance (max allowable)0.25 - 0.35 mm (consult specific model manual)
Radial bearing clearance (new)0.05 - 0.10 mm
Radial bearing clearance (max allowable)0.15 - 0.20 mm (consult specific model manual)
Compressor/Turbine blade tip clearanceManufacturer specific, typically 0.5 - 1.5 mm (check for rubbing marks)
Shaft runoutMax 0.02 - 0.03 mm (at specific points, consult manual)

Ranges are typical for this design class. Always confirm against the manufacturer documentation for your serial number.

Critical spares

  • Bearing cartridge assembly (complete set of journal and thrust bearings)
  • Oil seal rings (both compressor and turbine side)
  • Gasket and O-ring set for overhaul
  • Air filter elements
  • Cleaning agents (liquid for compressor, possibly granules for turbine)
  • Nozzle ring (if engine operation is critical and lead time is long)
  • Set of locking plates/washers and nuts for rotor shaft

Safety

  • High surface temperatures of exhaust gas casing (burn hazard).
  • Extremely high rotational speeds of the rotor (risk of disintegration if bearings fail or imbalance is severe).
  • Pressurized air and exhaust gases (risk of injury during inspection/maintenance if not depressurized).
  • Hot lubricating oil (burn hazard during oil system checks or draining).
  • Noise levels (hearing protection required in vicinity during operation).
  • Handling heavy components during maintenance (risk of crushing/strains).

Class survey

During annual surveys, the surveyor typically checks external condition, signs of leaks (oil, gas), general cleanliness, and verifies logbook entries for maintenance and operational parameters. For intermediate or special surveys, internal inspection of the compressor and turbine sides (fouling, damage), bearing clearances, and verification of major overhaul records are often required. Compliance with manufacturer's service bulletins and any class-specific requirements for turbocharger safety devices (e.g., overspeed protection, though less common on mechanical units) will also be checked.

Estimated lifetime: 16,000 - 24,000 hours (before major overhaul, unit can last much longer with repeated overhauls)

Spares

Replacement Parts

Spare parts notes

Exact MET-SRC frame and engine matching are required for correct cartridge and bearing parts.

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