Cargo Compressor (Reciprocating)
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Reciprocating cargo compressors for gas carriers
4 manufacturers · 11 models
Burckhardt
7
BD-2000
2000 m3/h
· LNG / LPG / Gas Cargo
· reciprocating
Type
reciprocating
Capacity (m³/h)
2000
Origin
Switzerland
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Piston ring wear
- Valve plate breakage
- Crosshead bearing failure
- Cylinder liner scoring
Service: Overhaul at 8000 hours. Valve inspection every 2000 hours. Oil analysis monthly.
Spare Parts: Burckhardt: Ersatzteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 3-8 Wochen. Dichtungen und Ventileinsätze an Bord vorhalten.
BD-5000
5000 m3/h
· LNG / LPG / Gas Cargo
· reciprocating
Type
reciprocating
Capacity (m³/h)
5000
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Valve failure
- Piston ring wear
- Rod packing leak
- Bearing failure
Service: Large LNG carrier compressor. Same Burckhardt service intervals.
Spare Parts: Burckhardt: Ersatzteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 3-8 Wochen. Dichtungen und Ventileinsätze an Bord vorhalten.
BD-10000
10000 m3/h
· LNG / LPG / Gas Cargo
· reciprocating
Type
reciprocating
Capacity (m³/h)
10000
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Crosshead pin wear
- Cylinder liner scoring
- Valve breakage
- Foundation bolt loosening
Service: Largest Burckhardt for gas carriers. 8000-hour overhaul.
Spare Parts: Burckhardt: Ersatzteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 3-8 Wochen. Dichtungen und Ventileinsätze an Bord vorhalten.
Burckhardt Laby-GI LNG Compressor
unverified
· LNG / LPG
Compressor Type
reciprocating
Medium
LNG/LPG/ethylene
Series
Laby-GI
Labyrinth-piston for LNG BOG/fuel gas
Burckhardt API618 Process Gas Compressor 2-Stage
unverified
· LNG / LPG
Burckhardt API618 Process Gas Compressor 3-Stage
unverified
· LNG / LPG
Compressor Type
reciprocating
Medium
LNG/LPG/ethylene
Series
API618
3-stage recip for ethylene
Burckhardt Laby-GI 250 bar ME-GI Supply
unverified
· LNG / LPG
Compressor Type
reciprocating
Medium
LNG/LPG/ethylene
Series
Laby-GI
ME-GI fuel gas supply compressor
MAN Energy Solutions
2Atlas Copco
1
HX 5000
5000 m3/h
· LNG / LPG / Gas Cargo
· reciprocating
Type
reciprocating
Capacity (m³/h)
5000
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Valve plate failure
- Piston ring wear
- Oil scraper ring leak
- Motor bearing failure
Service: Atlas Copco process gas division. Annual inspection.
Spare Parts: Atlas Copco: Ersatzteile per Hersteller. Lead time: 3-8 Wochen. Dichtungen und Ventileinsätze an Bord vorhalten.
Wärtsilä
1
Wärtsilä Cargo Handling Recip Compressor LPG
unverified
· LPG