Gemin High-Speed Reciprocating Compressor
GE Oil & Gas
H Series compressors
High-speed reciprocating compressors for natural gas applications
Our H Series compressors (formerly models HPD, HPDD, HPSS, HPDS)
are designed to run continuously for extended periods of time while
unattended. These high-speed units forgive non-reversals through
unique wrist-pin needle bearing design. GE’s comprehensive line-up of
double-acting and stepped cylinders offer maximum staging flexibility.
A workhorse in field gas applications, the H Series can also provide up
to 6,000 psig for CNG vehicle refueling. The compact, packager-friendly
design features a “through shaft” fan adapter that allows the cooler to
be driven by the pump end of the compressor, shortening overall skid
size, and simplifying the piping design.
Performance features
Type
Horizontal balanced opposed, one, two or four throws with double
acting and/or stepped cylinder sets to provide up to four stages of
compression.
Frame
Heavy-wall, one-piece alloy iron casting with reinforcing ribs. Removable
alloy iron crosshead guides are surrounded by large cooling passages.
Crankshaft
Forged-steel design has integral counterweights and force-lubricated
tri-metal sleeve type main bearings.
Cylinders
A wide range of gas-cooled cylinder options is available. Cylinder
arrangements include double-acting, tandem, and stepped-piston
designs. Non-lube designs are available for special applications.
Cylinders are available with MAWP up to 6,000 psig.
Compressor valves
Steel valve seats and guards; MTX or HTCX valve plates are standard.
Valve springs, lifts and plates can be tailored to meet your performance
conditions.
Compressor lubrication
Gear type lube oil pump is driven by the crankshaft. Lubrication system
includes a non-bypassing, spin-on lube oil filter, oil pump relief valve and
thermostat.
Packing and cylinder lubrication
Integral single-pump force-feed lubricator contains a block distribution
system, a cycle indicator and a no-flow shutdown switch. Stainless
steel tubing includes plated fittings piped to the cylinders and packing.
Lubrication feed rate is fully adjustable.
Standard testing
Compressor mechanical run test, hydrostatic test of all cylinders and
post-test inspection meet GE’s high standards.
Standard accessories
Specialized tools, where applicable, are included in the toolbox.
Optional items
Variable-volume clearance pockets, CSA or XP no-flow switches and
vibration switches, export boxing, immersion oil heaters, flywheels, drive
couplings, oil coolers and fan drives.
Throw configurations
Compressor throws
Max. BHP (kW)
Frame weight lbs (kg) dry*
Frame length inches (cm)*
Frame width inches (cm)*
Frame height inches (cm)
1
100 (75) 200 (149) 400 (298)
1,050 (476) 1,050 (476) 2,350 (1,066)
26.3 (66.8) 26.3 (66.8) 57.6 (146.3)
49.5 (125.7) 49.5 (125.7) 49.5 (125.7)
28.9 (73.4) 28.9 (73.4) 25 (63.5)
2 4
Stroke configuration
Stroke inches (mm)
Max. rated speed (rpm)
3.0 (76.2)
1,800
Piston/piston rods
Hard anodized aluminum alloy or cast iron pistons. Weight is precisely
controlled during manufacturing to eliminate the need to match parts
in the field. Carbon-filled Teflon piston rings are standard for most
applications. Piston rods are 4140 steel with rolled threads. Full-floating
vented sealing and wiper packing.
Connecting rods
Ductile iron with precision insert type bearings on crank end and roller
bearings on pin end.
Crossheads
One-piece ductile iron crossheads have babbitted faces, cast iron
crosshead guides and steel crosshead pin.
Heavy duty running gear
Rod load - tension
Rod load - compression
Combined rod load
Piston rod diameter
Crankshaft material
Connecting rod material
Crankpin bearing diameter
Crankpin bearing width
Main bearing diameter
Main bearing width
Connecting rod pin
* without cylinders F.S. = Forged Steel D.I. = Ductile Iron
10,000 lbs-f
10,000 lbs-f 44.48 kN
20,000 lbs-f 88.96 kN
1.125 inches 28.6 mm
3.25 inches 82.6 mm
1.5 inches 38.1 mm
3.0 inches 76.2 mm
1.875 inches 47.6 mm
44.48 kN
F.S .
D.I.
Roller bearing
Model nomenclature
H304 = H 30 4
Model = Frame Stroke (in) Throws
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