Maximum temperature reached by a reciprocating compressor

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Reciprocating compressors used in refrigerators and air conditioning systems generally operate at varying temperatures depending on their design and application. The final stage of compression can reach temperatures as high as 311°F, particularly in high-pressure applications like HPACs. The temperature of the compressed air also varies based on the number of compression stages and cooling methods employed. Overall, the specific temperature will differ across different models and configurations. Understanding these temperature ranges is crucial for optimizing compressor performance and efficiency.
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What's the general temperature of reciprocating compressors which are applied in Refrigerators and ACs?

It will be good if you give me the temperature of the air which gets compressed...just need a rough idea.


Thanks.
 
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dE_logics said:
What's the general temperature of reciprocating compressors which are applied in Refrigerators and ACs?

It will be good if you give me the temperature of the air which gets compressed...just need a rough idea.


Thanks.

Many reciprocating HPAC's are multistage compressors so the temp will depend on the stage of compression. For example, the final stage in a particular 3000 psi HPAC is 311 deg. F (with seawater cooling) per my spec. sheet.

It depends on the design though...they are all different.

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