Calculate Work, Isentropic Head & Efficiency of a Centrifugal Gas Compressor

In summary, Sara is asking if it is possible to calculate the needed work, isentropic head, and efficiency for a Centrifugal Gas Compressor given the flow rate, input and output temperatures and pressures at a specified RPM. A suggested resource for calculating the required work is provided, but Sara expresses concern about the accuracy of assuming the gas as an ideal gas.
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Hi everyone!
I have a question and I would be so thankful if you could help me!
For a Centrifugal Gas Compressor, if I have the flow rate, the input and output temperatures and pressures in specified rpm, then could I calculate its needed work, isentropic head and efficiency? how?
Thanks!
Sara
 
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Mech_Engineer said:
Given the input values you listed, you should have enough to fix the state at the inlet and output of the compressor. Is this homework?

This page summarizes calculation of required work for an isentropic compressor: http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/specific-work-turbo-machines-d_629.html

Thanks!
No this isn't a homework actually!
I think the relations in this page is for when the gas is ideal and natural gas doesn't behave such as an ideal gas or at least assuming it as an ideal gas won't lead to the accuracy which I need.
any idea?
Thanks again!
Sara
 

1. How do you calculate the work of a centrifugal gas compressor?

To calculate the work of a centrifugal gas compressor, you need to use the following formula: Work = m(dot) x (H2 - H1), where m(dot) is the mass flow rate of the gas and H2 and H1 are the enthalpies at the outlet and inlet of the compressor, respectively. You can find the enthalpies using the gas properties and the compressor performance curve.

2. What is isentropic head and how is it calculated?

Isentropic head is a measure of the energy added to the gas by the compressor. It is the difference between the actual enthalpy at the outlet and the isentropic enthalpy at the outlet. To calculate the isentropic head, you need to use the following formula: Isentropic head = H2s - H1, where H2s is the isentropic enthalpy at the outlet and H1 is the enthalpy at the inlet of the compressor.

3. How do you calculate the efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor?

The efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor is the ratio of the actual work done by the compressor to the work done if the process was isentropic. It is calculated using the following formula: Efficiency = Actual work/Isentropic work. The actual work can be found using the first formula mentioned in question 1, and the isentropic work can be calculated using the formula in question 2.

4. What factors affect the efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor?

The efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor can be affected by several factors, including the type and design of the compressor, the gas properties, and the operating conditions. In general, a higher mass flow rate, smaller clearances, and lower gas viscosities can lead to higher efficiencies. Additionally, proper maintenance and regular cleaning can also improve the efficiency of the compressor.

5. How can the efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor be improved?

There are several ways to improve the efficiency of a centrifugal gas compressor. These include using high-quality materials for the compressor components, optimizing the design for maximum efficiency, maintaining proper clearances between the components, and using advanced control systems to regulate the compressor's speed and load. Regular maintenance and monitoring of the compressor's performance can also help identify any issues that may be affecting its efficiency.

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