Centrifugal Compressor Performance Curve

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The discussion centers on the performance curve of centrifugal compressors, specifically the relationship between Mass Flow and Pressure Ratio under varying efficiency conditions. It is established that the efficiency of a centrifugal compressor is not constant, contradicting the initial assumption. Participants recommend further research into the theory of centrifugal compressors to gain a deeper understanding of these dynamics.

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Hi I have uploaded centrifugal compressor performance curve. I want to know how Mass Flow vs Pressure Ratio curve plotted under different efficiency since efficiency is a constant for a compressor. Please help.
 

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Efficiency of a centrifugal compressor is certainly not constant .

I suggest that you research the theory of centrifugal compressors a bit more and then come back if you have specific questions .
 
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