An experience- tested design that we continue to improve.

The HSE is a rugged, process gas, reciprocating compressor designed conservatively in accordance with API-618 for maximum longevity. It is a two throw frame that can be used for multiple applications. This machine has been designed for maximum reliability and ease of maintenance.

Features

  • Forged crankshaft features include ground journals and crankpins
  • Rugged cast iron frame
  • Precision main and crankpin bearings
  • Balance-opposed frame design to minimize unbalanced forces
  • Stainless steel piping and tubing for frame and running gear lubrication
  • Die-forged steel connecting rods with rifle-drilled passages
  • Cast iron crosshead with replaceable aluminum shoes; crosshead also available in nodular iron with shim-adjustable shoes
  • Frame inspection openings with steel covers
  • Crankshaft-driven gear-type frame lubricating oil pump
  • Available with a full lineup of cylinders to handle all applications and pressures
  • Available cylinder materials include: Cast Iron, Nodular Iron, Forged Steel, and Stainless Steel
  • Frame-mounted oil level gauge, oil pressure gauge, and oil pressure shutdown switch
  • Dresser-Rand valves, unloaders, and clearance pockets
  • Crankshaft-driven cylinder lubricator
  • Available with V-belt drive, gear drive, and direct-drive configuration

System Integration

In addition to supplying the compressor, Dresser-Rand offers a complete array of accessories and services necessary to meet installation requirements. Some of these advantages are:

  • A frame lube oil console in accordance with API 618 Figure G-5 to include full flow, 10 micron cartridge type dual oil filters, oil cooler, and auxiliary motor driven pre-lube oil pump
  • Cylinder coolant console in accordance with API 618 Figure G-1
  • Local control panels and systems
  • Gauge boards
  • Distance piece vent and purge systems
  • Condition monitoring systems
  • Digital pulsation analysis of the compressor, bottles, and piping system including cylinder gas passages
  • Factory component pre-assembly and testing to ensure timely installation
  • Custom engineered components to ensure minimum unbalanced forces and moments, favorable torsional characteristics of compressor and driver system, and optimized motor current pulsations
  • Full field support services including technical support, contract maintenance, field engineering, field performance testing, installation, commissioning and startup support, and rapid response teams

 

HSE COMPRESSOR DATA

Stroke

9 / 11

Max RPM

600 / 514

Max BHP†

480

Avg. Weight with Cylinders, lbs. (kg)

13,500 (6123)

Avg. Length "A", in. (mm)

45 (1143)

Avg. Width "B", in. (mm)

216 (5486)

Avg. Piston & Rod Removal Distance "C", in. (mm)

60 (1524)

Avg. Height, in. (mm)

30 (762)

† = With a V-belt drive the HSE is rated at 250 BHP and 514 RPM.

NOTE: For Type "D" distance pieces, add 10 inches (254 mm) to "C" and 20 inches (508 mm) to "B"

 

 

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