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MOPX 405 VLSFO

Fuel Oil Separator · Separators & Purifiers

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Alfa Laval Fuel Oil Treatment. The Alfa Laval Fuel Conditioning Module is a two-stage automated pressure booster system that conditions marine diesel fuel (HFO, MDO, MGO as well as alternative fuels such as methanol, LPG, ammonia and LNG). The system controls cleanliness, pressure, temperature, viscosity and flow to the ship engine manufacturer's specifications.

Specifications

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Throughput (l/h)4050
Fuel TypeVLSFO
Filtration (µm)10
Inspection

Inspector Detail

Common issues

  • Filter element clogging causing differential pressure alarms
  • Viscosity control valve or heater malfunction causing off-spec viscosity to the engine
  • Circulation pump seal wear/leakage
  • Sensor drift on pressure, temperature or viscosity transmitters
  • Water contamination in the fuel triggering high water content alarms
  • Heater element fouling/scaling reducing heating efficiency

Inspection checklist

  • Filter differential pressure check and element condition
  • Viscosity control valve calibration check
  • Circulation pump seal and bearing condition check
  • Heater element insulation resistance and function test
  • Calibration check of pressure, temperature and viscosity sensors
  • Alarm/trip function test - high/low pressure, high temperature
  • Fuel changeover sequence test between VLSFO and MGO if the module handles changeover

Service intervals

Filter element inspection/cleaningper differential pressure indication, typically weekly to monthly depending on fuel quality
Circulation pump seal serviceannually or per running hours - confirm against the maker's schedule
Sensor calibrationannually
Full module servicetypically every 8,000-12,000 running hours or per the maker's schedule - confirm against the MOPX service manual

Typical wear limits

Filter differential pressure alarm/triptypically in the region of 1.0-2.0 bar depending on the specific filter element rating - confirm against the MOPX 405 instruction manual for the exact set point

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

Critical spares

  • Low-pressure fuel filter elements
  • Circulation pump mechanical seal kit
  • Viscosity control valve actuator/positioner
  • Pressure/temperature/viscosity sensor spares
  • Heater element (if a resistive electric heater is fitted)

Safety

  • Hot fuel oil under pressure - burn and spray hazard at pump seals and fittings
  • Isolate the electric heater before maintenance
  • Fuel changeover between VLSFO and MGO must follow the ship's documented procedure to avoid pressure/temperature shock on the engine fuel system
  • Cold-flow/compatibility issues at fuel changeover can cause fuel system blockage if not properly managed

Class survey

Fuel oil treatment equipment feeding the main/auxiliary engines normally falls within Continuous Survey Machinery scope. Class reviews alarm/trip test records and the filter maintenance log, and checks that the VLSFO/MGO changeover procedure is documented in the ship's fuel changeover procedure per MARPOL Annex VI.

Estimated lifetime: Module service life is commonly 15-20+ years with scheduled component renewal (pumps, sensors, filter housings); wear-component life is condition- and fuel-quality-dependent - confirm against the maker's service schedule.

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