High-pressure compressor for ammonia heat pumps and gas applications

Optimize heat and gas management with a high-performance compressor designed for ammonia systems, enabling seamless integration into demanding processes like district heating and refrigeration with unparalleled efficiency and reliability.

Compresses Gas for Heating and Refrigeration Systems

The GEA Grasso L XHP High-Pressure Screw Compressor by GEA is engineered to meet the demanding needs of chemical, oil, gas, and energy sectors. This innovative compressor utilizes an advanced rotor profile and a new balance piston concept ensuring high efficiency and reliability in ammonia heat pump and high-pressure gas applications. With a design pressure of 70 bar and a maximum discharge temperature of 140°C, it excels in district heating systems and environmental gas treatment. The L XHP operates at speeds up to 3,600 rpm, offering significant throughput with swept volumes ranging from 1,990 to 2,748 m³/h. Optimized for sustainable operation, it features variable Vi for customizable integration into any high-speed continuous operation. The compressor is suitable for harsh conditions, with durable materials that promise long service life and easy maintenance, while providing engineering support for custom configurations.

Benefits

  • Enhances efficiency in high-pressure environments, optimizing energy use.
  • Supports continuous operation with minimal maintenance, reducing downtime.
  • Customizable integration into existing systems for tailored solutions.
  • Provides robust performance under harsh environmental conditions.
  • Extends operational range, enabling diverse industrial applications.

General


Applications
Gas and energy,Refrigeration,Oil,Heating,Chemical,Environment
End products
Ammonia heat pumps,High-pressure gas applications,District heating systems,Environmental gas treatment,Chemical process cooling,Ammonia refrigeration systems
Steps before
Ammonia preparation,Heat exchange setup,System purging
Steps after
Heat distribution,Gas delivery,System monitoring
Input ingredients
ammonia,high-pressure gas
Output ingredients
heat,high-pressure gas processing
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Design Pressure
70 bar / 1,016 psi
Max. Discharge Temperature
140°C / 284°F
Swept Volume
1,990 to 2,748 m³/h / 1,172 to 1,617 cfm
Running Speed
2,940 rpm
Max. Speed
3,600 rpm
Condensation Temperature
95°C / 203°F

Operating Characteristics


Max. discharge temperature
140°C / 284°F
Max. condensation temperature
95°C / 203°F
Design pressure
70 bar / 1,016 psi
Swept volume range
1,990 to 2,748 m³/h
Max. speed
3,600 rpm
Running speed
2,940 rpm
Energy efficiency
Innovative rotor profile

Material Compatibility


Ammonia compatibility
Yes
High-pressure resistance
Up to 70 bar / 1,016 psi
High-temperature tolerance
Up to 140°C / 284°F

Product type Characteristics


Gas compatibility
Ammonia (NH3)

Physical Characteristics


Screw Compressor Sizes
Small,Medium,Large
Swept Volume
1,990 to 2,748 m³/h
Screw compressor design pressure
70 bar / 1,016 psi
Max discharge temperature
140°C / 284°F
Running Speed
2,940 rpm

Custom Options


Integration possibilities
SCADA/PLC