Oil change interval for centrifugal air compressors
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Three-stage centrifugal air compressor, imported brand, 150 Nm3/min, pressure of 0.8 MPa. What is the typical replacement interval for the lubricating oil?
You can refer to the [Air Compressor Oil Change Interval]
Generally, for companies like Atlas and IHI, the lubricant needs to be replaced every 2 years; it can also be checked depending on the circumstances. You can ask me about the problems with centrifuges; add me on VX: feiman0814
The oil change interval is related to the operating conditions of the compressor and its frequency of use; it is not advisable to set a fixed interval. The best approach is to regularly analyze the quality of the oil and determine when to change it based on that analysis.
If it is genuine oil, brands like Ingersoll Rand and Cummins offer fully synthetic versions that can last for three years, while ordinary oils usually last around one year