In the lubrication of double-acting compressor cylinders, one of the most important factors is the oil feed rate. Likelihood of over-lubrication is greater than that of supplying too li..
In the lubrication of double-acting compressor
cylinders, one of the most important factors is the oil feed
rate. Likelihood of over-lubrication is greater than that of
supplying too little oil. Many problems associated with
compressor operation can be overcome by preventing excessive
lubrication. Proper control of the oil supply to the
cylinders is the most effective means of preventing formation
of objectionable deposits around valve ports, in ring grooves
and on cooler surfaces.
Under average conditions, one quart of oil will
properly lubricate an operation equivalent to the sweep of a
piston over 10,000,000 ft2 of cy
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