A compressor wheel is a rotating component in a turbocharger that compresses intake air to increase engine power and efficiency.
| Parameter | Typical range | Notes & selection driver |
|---|---|---|
| Trim | 40-100 | |
| Max RPM | Up to 300,000 | |
| Diameter | 40-150 mm | |
| A/R Ratio | 0.4-1.2 | |
| Flow Rate | 10-150 lb/min | |
| Blade Count | 6-12 blades | |
| Pressure Ratio | 1.5-4.5:1 | |
| Exducer Diameter | 35-140 mm | |
| Inducer Diameter | 30-120 mm |
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This component is used in the following industrial products
A forced induction device that increases an engine's efficiency and power output by forcing extra compressed air into the combustion chamber.
The core rotating assembly of a turbocharger that houses the turbine and compressor wheels on a common shaft within the center housing.
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It compresses intake air to increase its density, allowing more oxygen into the engine for improved combustion, power output, and efficiency.
Trim (ratio of inducer to exducer diameters squared) influences flow characteristics: lower trim favors high pressure ratios, higher trim favors high flow rates.
Only within compatible families sharing housing designs and shaft specifications; mismatches can cause imbalance, surge, or reduced efficiency.
Foreign object ingestion (FOD), overspeed, excessive heat, material fatigue, or improper handling during maintenance.
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