Air Compressor
critical
Known Models (26)
Atlas Copco (Sweden) LT/LF Series (Marine)
10-100 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Service Air / Control Air)
type: Reciprocating Air Compressor (Oil-Free / Oil-Lubricated)
size_range: ['LT5', 'LT10', 'LT15', 'LT20', 'LF10', 'LF15']
flow_range_m3h: [10, 100]
pressure_range_bar: [7, 15]
power_range_kw: [4, 22]
variant_count_approx: 6
period_start_year: 2000
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Aluminum/cast iron, air or water-cooled
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve reed cracking from high-cycle fatigue
- • Air intake filter clogging in ER environment
- • Pressure switch contact wear
- • Oil-free models: piston ring wear every 2,000-3,000 hrs
Service: Valve inspection every 2,000-4,000 hrs. Oil change every 500 hrs (LT models). Air filter replacement every 1,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 12,000-16,000 hrs.
Spares: Atlas Copco worldwide network — excellent availability. Lead time: 1-2 weeks globally. Standard industrial parts with marine certification.
Bauer Kompressoren (Germany) Poseidon Series
5-50 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Breathing Air / High Pressure)
type: 3-Stage / 4-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor (Breathing Air)
size_range: ['Poseidon PE100', 'Poseidon PE200', 'Poseidon PE250', 'Poseidon PE300', 'Poseidon PE500']
flow_range_m3h: [5, 50]
pressure_range_bar: [200, 330]
power_range_kw: [4, 22]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1980
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Stainless steel HP stages, integrated purification system
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • HP piston ring wear requiring replacement every 1,500-2,500 hrs
- • Purification cartridge saturation — replacement every 300-500 hrs depending on humidity
- • Condensate drain valve blockage from mineral deposits
- • Final stage check valve sticking
Service: HP ring replacement every 1,500-2,500 hrs. Purification cartridge change per operating hours counter (P-System). Air quality test EN 12021 quarterly. Complete overhaul 8,000-10,000 hrs.
Spares: Bauer global network (Munich, 50+ countries). Purification cartridges: keep 4+ sets onboard. HP ring kits: 2 sets. Lead time: 1-2 weeks worldwide.
Broom Wade / Atlas Copco (UK/Sweden) HA / HR Series
30-150 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['HA4', 'HA6', 'HR4', 'HR6']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 150]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 55]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1965
period_end_year: 1995
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate wear — original valve design prone to early failure
- • Crankshaft bearing wear after long service (20,000+ hrs)
- • Cylinder liner wear from age
- • Cooling water passages scaling from lack of treatment
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-4,000 hrs. Completely obsolete — service through specialist marine compressor shops. Complete overhaul parts increasingly scarce.
Spares: Discontinued. Parts from used-parts market or specialist reconditioning. Some valve components still available from aftermarket suppliers. Lead time: 6-12 weeks.
Burckhardt Compression (Switzerland) Laby Marine Series
100-1,000 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air / Process Gas
type: Labyrinth Piston Compressor (Oil-Free)
size_range: ['Laby-GI', 'Laby-GI HK']
flow_range_m3h: [100, 1000]
pressure_range_bar: [5, 350]
power_range_kw: [50, 500]
variant_count_approx: 2
period_start_year: 2010
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Labyrinth-sealed pistons, oil-free compression, multi-stage
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Labyrinth seal wear from excessive piston rod misalignment
- • Crosshead bearing wear after 20,000 hrs
- • Valve plate fatigue on HP stages
Service: Labyrinth seal inspection every 8,000 hrs. Valve overhaul every 6,000-8,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 24,000-30,000 hrs. Specialized service — Burckhardt engineers required.
Spares: Burckhardt Compression (Winterthur, Switzerland). Highly specialized — parts made to order. Lead time: 4-8 weeks. Service contracts recommended.
Coltri (Italy) MCH Series (Marine)
3-30 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Breathing Air / SCBA)
type: 3-Stage / 4-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor (Breathing Air)
size_range: ['MCH 6 EM', 'MCH 13 ET', 'MCH 16 ET', 'MCH 22 ET', 'MCH 32 ET']
flow_range_m3h: [3, 30]
pressure_range_bar: [200, 330]
power_range_kw: [2.2, 15]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1995
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Stainless steel HP stages, integrated purification, compact
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • HP piston ring wear — replacement every 1,000-2,000 hrs
- • Purification cartridge saturation
- • Condensate drain valve blockage
- • Intake filter clogging in dusty environments
Service: HP ring replacement every 1,000-2,000 hrs (more frequent than Bauer). Purification cartridge per hour counter. Air quality test EN 12021 quarterly. Complete overhaul 6,000-8,000 hrs.
Spares: Coltri (Montecchio Maggiore, Italy). Good European network. Lead time: 2-3 weeks. More affordable than Bauer but shorter service intervals.
CompAir (UK/Germany) V-Major Marine Series
40-160 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['V-Major 15', 'V-Major 22', 'V-Major 30', 'V-Major 45']
flow_range_m3h: [40, 160]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [15, 45]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1985
period_end_year: 2010
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, V-arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate failure from fatigue
- • Crankshaft bearing wear from vibration
- • Cooling water passage corrosion from neglected water treatment
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-5,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs. CompAir marine division closed — service through independents.
Spares: CompAir (now part of Gardner Denver) — marine parts scarce. Aftermarket suppliers or used-parts market. Lead time: variable, 4-8 weeks.
Deno Compressors (Netherlands) 100 HD / 200 HD Series
40-200 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['100 HD', '125 HD', '150 HD', '200 HD']
flow_range_m3h: [40, 200]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [15, 75]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1985
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, inline arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate wear after 4,000-6,000 hrs
- • Piston ring wear from prolonged low-load operation
- • Intercooler gasket leakage
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs. Simple robust design — easy onboard maintenance.
Spares: Deno Compressors (Bolsward, Netherlands). Niche supplier — lead time 2-4 weeks. Keep onboard: valve sets, piston rings.
Donghwa Pneutec (South Korea) DH Marine Series
30-300 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['DH-0.6/30', 'DH-1.0/30', 'DH-1.5/30', 'DH-2.5/30', 'DH-4.0/30']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 300]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 110]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1995
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate wear after 3,000-5,000 hrs
- • Intercooler gasket leakage
- • Piston ring carbon buildup from oil quality
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-5,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 14,000-18,000 hrs. Service through Donghwa Korea and Korean ship supply agents.
Spares: Donghwa (Busan, Korea). Good availability in Korea. Lead time: 2-4 weeks Asia, 6-8 weeks elsewhere.
Hamworthy / Wärtsilä (UK/Finland) 2TM Series
60-300 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['2TM3', '2TM4', '2TM5', '2TM6', '2TM8']
flow_range_m3h: [60, 300]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [22, 100]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1970
period_end_year: 2015
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston, inline arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate fatigue cracking after 5,000-7,000 hrs
- • Crankshaft bearing wear from long service life
- • Intercooler tube bundle corrosion from seawater
- • Oil pump drive gear wear after 20,000 hrs
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 20,000-24,000 hrs. Originally Hamworthy service — now Wärtsilä service network after 2012 acquisition.
Spares: Wärtsilä service network. Spare parts becoming harder to source for older 2TM3/4 models. Keep onboard: valve sets, gaskets, piston rings. Lead time: 3-6 weeks.
Hatlapa / MAN ES (Germany) L Series
60-350 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['L35', 'L50', 'L80', 'L100', 'L135', 'L160']
flow_range_m3h: [60, 350]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [22, 110]
variant_count_approx: 6
period_start_year: 1975
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate cracking from fatigue, especially HP stage, after 5,000-7,000 hrs
- • Piston pin bushing wear after 12,000-15,000 hrs
- • Intercooler zinc anode consumption in seawater-cooled circuits
- • Crankcase oil contamination from piston ring blow-by
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 18,000-24,000 hrs. Oil change every 500 hrs. Intercooler zinc anode check quarterly.
Spares: Hatlapa (Uetersen, now part of MAN Energy Solutions since 2018). Service network worldwide through MAN PrimeServ. Keep onboard: valve sets, piston rings. Lead time: 2-4 weeks.
Hatlapa / MAN ES (Germany) W Series (High Pressure)
5-40 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (High Pressure / Breathing Air)
type: 3-Stage / 4-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['W55', 'W80', 'W110', 'W140']
flow_range_m3h: [5, 40]
pressure_range_bar: [200, 350]
power_range_kw: [5.5, 30]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1985
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Steel/stainless steel, water-cooled, multi-stage
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • HP stage valve failure from moisture contamination
- • Piston ring wear accelerated at 300+ bar operation
- • Intercooler/aftercooler tube pitting from cooling water quality
- • Safety valve malfunction from corrosion
Service: HP valve overhaul every 2,000-3,000 hrs. Breathing air quality testing per EN 12021 quarterly. Complete overhaul 12,000-16,000 hrs. Air quality monitoring critical.
Spares: MAN PrimeServ network. HP stage parts more expensive — keep 2 sets valve plates and piston rings onboard. Lead time: 2-4 weeks.
Ingersoll Rand (USA) ESH/ESV Marine Series
30-200 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['ESH-5', 'ESH-10', 'ESH-15', 'ESV-5', 'ESV-10']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 200]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 75]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1975
period_end_year: 2005
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, H or V arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate wear — original design less durable than European competitors
- • Crankshaft bearing failure after 15,000-20,000 hrs
- • Cooling water jacket gasket leakage
- • Motor coupling failure from misalignment
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-5,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 15,000-20,000 hrs. IR marine division divested — service through independent shops.
Spares: Ingersoll Rand exited marine compressor market. Parts from aftermarket or used-parts market. Some components compatible with Tamrotor. Lead time: variable.
Kaeser (Germany) AIRCENTER SM Marine
20-80 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Service Air / Workshop Air)
type: Rotary Screw Air Compressor (Marine-Certified)
size_range: ['SM 6M', 'SM 9M', 'SM 12M', 'SM 15M']
flow_range_m3h: [20, 80]
pressure_range_bar: [7, 13]
power_range_kw: [4, 15]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 2010
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Screw element, integrated dryer, canopy design
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Screw element bearing failure after 30,000-40,000 hrs
- • Oil separator element clogging — replacement every 3,000-4,000 hrs
- • Integrated dryer condensate drain valve failure
- • Intake filter clogging in engine room environment
Service: Oil separator replacement every 3,000-4,000 hrs. Oil change every 2,000 hrs (mineral) or 4,000 hrs (synthetic). Air filter every 1,000 hrs. Screw element overhaul 30,000-40,000 hrs.
Spares: Kaeser worldwide network. Marine-certified models limited availability — order specifically. Lead time: 2-4 weeks. Standard SM parts widely available.
Matsubara (Japan) MH Series
20-120 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['MH-53', 'MH-64', 'MH-75', 'MH-85']
flow_range_m3h: [20, 120]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [7.5, 45]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1980
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, V-arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate cracking after 4,000-5,000 hrs
- • Oil pump gear wear after 15,000 hrs
- • Intercooler tube corrosion
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 16,000-18,000 hrs. Service through Matsubara Japan.
Spares: Matsubara Japan. Limited international presence. Lead time: 3-5 weeks Asia, 8-12 weeks elsewhere.
Sauer Compressors (Germany) WP Series
60-480 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air / Control Air)
type: 2-Stage / 3-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['WP 23L', 'WP 33L', 'WP 43L', 'WP 63L', 'WP 85L', 'WP 126L']
flow_range_m3h: [60, 480]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 40]
power_range_kw: [22, 160]
variant_count_approx: 6
period_start_year: 1995
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston, W-arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate fatigue after 4,000-6,000 hrs (shorter life on 40 bar models)
- • LP piston ring wear from oil mist carry-over
- • Intercooler gasket leakage from thermal cycling
- • Motor coupling element deterioration from vibration
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-5,000 hrs. Piston ring replacement every 6,000-10,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs. Oil analysis every 250 hrs recommended.
Spares: Sauer Compressors service network worldwide (Germany, Singapore, Houston, Shanghai, Mumbai). Keep onboard: 2 sets valve plates, piston rings, gasket kit. Lead time: 1-3 weeks.
Sauer Compressors (Germany) Haug SOGI Series (Oil-Free)
10-80 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Control Air / Instrument Air)
type: Oil-Free Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['SOGI 52', 'SOGI 64', 'SOGI 75', 'SOGI 96']
flow_range_m3h: [10, 80]
pressure_range_bar: [7, 10]
power_range_kw: [3, 22]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 2005
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: PTFE ring seals, no lubrication in compression chamber
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • PTFE piston ring wear — replacement interval shorter than oil-lubricated (2,000-4,000 hrs)
- • Higher operating temperature causing cylinder head gasket degradation
- • Aftercooler condensate drain valve blockage
Service: PTFE ring replacement every 2,000-4,000 hrs. Higher maintenance frequency than oil-lubricated compressors. Cooling water quality critical. Annual valve overhaul.
Spares: Sauer/Haug network. PTFE ring kits mandatory onboard — at least 2 sets. Lead time: 1-3 weeks. Haug brand (Switzerland, acquired by Sauer 2002).
Shanghai Feihe Industrial (China) FH Marine Series
30-250 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['FH-0.6/30', 'FH-1.0/30', 'FH-1.5/30', 'FH-2.5/30', 'FH-4.0/30']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 250]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 90]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 2000
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate quality inconsistency — some batches fail after 2,000-3,000 hrs
- • Piston ring wear faster than European/Japanese competitors
- • Intercooler tube quality varies between production runs
- • Control panel component failures in humid environments
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-4,000 hrs (shorter than Western OEMs). Complete overhaul 12,000-16,000 hrs. Quality has improved since 2015 but still below Sperre/Sauer level.
Spares: Shanghai Feihe and Chinese marine supply agents. Very competitive pricing. Lead time: 1-3 weeks in China, 6-10 weeks international.
Shinko (Japan) RW Series
30-200 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['RW-22', 'RW-30', 'RW-40', 'RW-55', 'RW-75']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 200]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 55]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1990
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate wear after 4,000-6,000 hrs
- • Piston ring carbon buildup from oil quality
- • Intercooler safety valve weepage
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 18,000-22,000 hrs. Shinko service in Japan, Busan, Singapore.
Spares: Shinko Ind. Ltd. (Hiroshima). Good availability in Japan and Korea. Lead time: 2-4 weeks Asia.
Sperre (Norway) HV2 Series
60-270 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['HV2/200', 'HV2/210', 'HV2/219', 'HV2/220', 'HV2/270']
flow_range_m3h: [60, 270]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [22, 90]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1990
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • LP/HP valve plate failure from fatigue cracking after 6,000-8,000 hrs
- • Piston ring wear causing reduced output after 8,000-12,000 hrs
- • Intercooler tube leakage from vibration fatigue after 20,000 hrs
- • Crankshaft oil pump wear on older units
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Piston ring replacement every 8,000-12,000 hrs. Complete overhaul at 20,000-24,000 hrs. Oil change every 500 hrs. Intercooler pressure test annually.
Spares: Sperre global service network (Norway, Singapore, Shanghai, Dubai, Rotterdam). Keep onboard: 2 sets valve plates LP+HP, piston ring sets, gasket kit. Lead time: 1-3 weeks.
Sperre (Norway) HL2 Series
270-960 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor (High Capacity)
size_range: ['HL2/77', 'HL2/90', 'HL2/105', 'HL2/120', 'HL2/140', 'HL2/160']
flow_range_m3h: [270, 960]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [90, 315]
variant_count_approx: 6
period_start_year: 1985
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, crosshead piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Crosshead bearing wear after 15,000-20,000 hrs
- • HP cylinder liner scoring from moisture carryover
- • Aftercooler tube corrosion from seawater cooling
- • Crankshaft main bearing failure from oil contamination
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Crosshead bearing inspection every 8,000 hrs. Complete overhaul at drydock (20,000-24,000 hrs). Cooling water treatment critical.
Spares: Same Sperre service network as HV2. Keep onboard: valve sets, piston rings, crosshead bearings. Lead time: 2-4 weeks for standard parts, 6-8 weeks for cylinders/liners.
Sperre (Norway) HV1 Series
15-60 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Emergency Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor (Compact)
size_range: ['HV1/85', 'HV1/120', 'HV1/140', 'HV1/160']
flow_range_m3h: [15, 60]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [5.5, 22]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1995
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, single cylinder per stage
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate fatigue after 4,000-6,000 hrs
- • Higher vibration than HV2 due to single-cylinder arrangement
- • Oil carry-over past worn piston rings
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. Piston rings every 8,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 18,000-20,000 hrs. Often installed as emergency/backup compressor.
Spares: Same Sperre service network. Some valve parts interchangeable with HV2. Lead time: 1-3 weeks.
TMC Compressors (Norway/China) SMART Air Series
30-250 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor with integrated controls
size_range: ['SA 6.5', 'SA 10', 'SA 14', 'SA 18', 'SA 23', 'SA 30']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 250]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 90]
variant_count_approx: 6
period_start_year: 2012
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, integrated smart control panel
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Control panel communication errors with ship alarm system
- • Valve plate wear — shorter intervals on budget valve kits
- • Cooling water flow switch false alarms
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. Smart control system self-diagnostic — follow panel maintenance alerts. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs.
Spares: TMC service depots in Zhuhai (China), Singapore, Rotterdam, Houston. Competitive pricing. Lead time: 1-3 weeks. Quality has improved significantly since 2018.
Tamrotor Marine (Finland) TCR Series
30-160 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['TCR 12', 'TCR 16', 'TCR 22', 'TCR 30', 'TCR 40']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 160]
pressure_range_bar: [30, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 55]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1990
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston, V-arrangement
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate failure from fatigue after 4,000-6,000 hrs
- • V-belt slippage on belt-driven models
- • LP cylinder liner wear from coastal air salt ingestion
- • Oil separator element clogging
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. V-belt check/replacement every 2,000 hrs on belt-driven models. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs.
Spares: Tamrotor (part of Gardner Denver / Ingersoll Rand group). Service in Finland, Singapore, Hamburg. Keep onboard: valve sets, V-belts, piston rings. Lead time: 2-4 weeks.
Tanabe Pneumatic Machinery (Japan) VLH Series
30-200 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor (Low Vibration)
size_range: ['VLH-53', 'VLH-64', 'VLH-75', 'VLH-93', 'VLH-106']
flow_range_m3h: [30, 200]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [11, 75]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 2005
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, V-arrangement, low-vibration design
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate failure from fatigue after 5,000-7,000 hrs
- • Oil carry-over past piston rings in humid conditions
- • Cooling water strainer clogging
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000-6,000 hrs. Low-vibration design reduces bearing stress — extended bearing life. Complete overhaul 18,000-22,000 hrs.
Spares: Tanabe Japan. Good availability in Japan, Singapore, Busan. Keep onboard: valve sets, piston rings. Lead time: 2-4 weeks Asia, 6-8 weeks elsewhere.
Tanabe Pneumatic Machinery (Japan) H Series
20-150 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['H-63', 'H-74', 'H-85', 'H-106']
flow_range_m3h: [20, 150]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [7.5, 55]
variant_count_approx: 4
period_start_year: 1975
period_end_year: 2008
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, V-arrangement
successor_series: VLH Series
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate cracking from fatigue after 4,000-5,000 hrs
- • Higher vibration levels than successor VLH causing foundation bolt loosening
- • Intercooler tube leakage from corrosion
Service: Valve overhaul every 3,000-5,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 15,000-18,000 hrs. Foundation bolt torque check monthly due to vibration.
Spares: Tanabe still supplies parts for H-Series. Lead time: 3-5 weeks Asia. Some valve parts interchangeable with VLH series.
Yanmar (Japan) SC Series
20-100 m³/h FAD
· Compressed Air (Starting Air / Service Air)
type: 2-Stage Reciprocating Air Compressor
size_range: ['SC5N', 'SC7N', 'SC10N', 'SC15N', 'SC20N']
flow_range_m3h: [20, 100]
pressure_range_bar: [25, 30]
power_range_kw: [7.5, 37]
variant_count_approx: 5
period_start_year: 1985
period_end_year: None
drive_type: Electric
construction: Cast iron, water-cooled, trunk piston
successor_series: None
Common Failures:
- • Valve plate carbon buildup from oil carry-over
- • LP cylinder liner wear from salt air in coastal operations
- • Intercooler zinc anode depletion
- • Motor bearing failure from vibration
Service: Valve overhaul every 4,000 hrs. Piston ring replacement 8,000-10,000 hrs. Complete overhaul 16,000-20,000 hrs. Oil change every 500 hrs.
Spares: Yanmar Marine Parts network worldwide. Good availability in Japan and Singapore. Keep onboard: valve sets, piston rings. Lead time: 2-4 weeks Asia, 4-6 weeks Europe.