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Nitrogen Generator

medium 2 models total
Nitrogen generators for high-purity cargo tank inerting and purging

2 manufacturers · 2 models

Alfa Laval

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Alfa Laval Membrane N2 Generator
Membrane N2 Generator
20-200 Nm³/h N2 @ 95-99% · Air → Nitrogen · Membrane N2 Generator
Medium
Air → Nitrogen
Type
Membrane N2 Generator
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Membrane fiber degradation from oil/water
  • Pre-filter failure
  • Flow control valve malfunction
Service: Membrane N2 — lower purity than PSA but simpler. Oil-free air supply essential. Replace pre-filters regularly.
Spare Parts: Alfa Laval: Spezialteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen. Gasdetektions-Sensoren an Bord.

Parker (Domnick Hunter)

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MAXIGAS Marine N2
50-500 Nm³/h N2 · Air → Nitrogen · PSA Nitrogen Generator
Medium
Air → Nitrogen
Type
PSA Nitrogen Generator
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Carbon molecular sieve degradation
  • Switching valve failure
  • O2 analyzer drift
  • Air compressor fault
Service: PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption). CMS replacement every 10-15 years. Monitor O2 purity continuously. Pre-filter maintenance critical.
Spare Parts: Parker (Domnick Hunter): Spezialteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen. Gasdetektions-Sensoren an Bord.