KBK:KBT Frames

ARIEL balanced/opposed, multi cylinder, air or gas compressor arranged for clockwise rotation when facing the drive end of the compressor (standing on the driver looking at the compressor). Designed for operation with appropriate engine, electric motor, turbine or other prime mover. Includes the following standard equipment:

Heavy-duty, horizontal balanced/opposed, moisture and dust-proof compressor frame

Forged steel crankshaft

Precision insert tri-metal bearings

Strong, H-beam design forged steel connecting rods

Long single compartment distance piece standard. Long, two compartment (API-618 Type C) distance piece is available as an option.

Lubricating oil pump with system relief valve for full pressure lubrication to bearings and crossheads. (Frame Lube Oil System)

Frame mounted full-flow lube oil filter with inlet and outlet pressure gauges

Lube oil thermostatic valve integrally mounted to frame oil filter header

Lube oil strainer and stainless steel lube oil tubing with plated steel fittings

Crankcase oil breather

Oil level sightglass

Force-feed lubricator pump(s) with block distribution system, cycle indicator / and no-flow shutdown(s), and stainless steel tubing with plated steel fittings for cylinders and packing. (Compressor Cylinder Lube Oil System )

Special wrenches and tools

Instruction manual and parts lists in electronic format.

Mechanical run test with cylinders mounted

For cylinder information refer to T, K Cylinders.

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