OS.(A)74-EX Series

OS.(A)74-EX SERIES

Etalase : BITZER SCREW COMPRESSORS OPEN

The OS.(A)74-EX open-drive screw compressor series is dedicated to operation in hazardarous atmospheres zone 1 and zone 2. It is specially designed for installations in machines located in areas that are subject to the EU Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU.


Refrigerants

  • OS.A74-EX:
    • Natural low-GWP refrigerant R717 (NH?)
  • OS.74-EX:
    • HFC, HFC blends, HCFC, non-flammable A1

Product range

  • Four models: 165 ... 250 m³/h at 2,900 rpm

Certifications

  • EU Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU

Applications

  • Explosion-proof process and A/C liquid chillers

Industry sectors

  • Oil and gas industry
  • Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
  • Marine and offshore industry

Features

Highlights

  • Explosion-proof design according to EU Directive 2014/34/EU
    • EU Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU designation: Ex II 2G Ex h IIC T4 Gb X
  • Applicable in zone 1 and zone 2 (EU Explosion Protection Directive 2014/34/EU) according to EU Directive 1999/92/EC

Capacity regulation

  • Mechatronic capacity control
    • Multi-stage capacity control (control pistons)
  • Suitable for VSD operation
    • OS.(A)74-EX: Speed range 1,450 ... 4,000 rpm

Product versions

  • OSK(A): MT and A/C applications
  • OSN(A): LT and MT applications

Benefits

Reduced life cycle costs

  • Very low operating costs due to outstanding high energy efficiency in full and part load
  • Long lifetime due to high robustness and low-vibration design
  • BITZER Global Service network for quick spare part availability all over the world

Easy to apply

  • Extensive documentation and BITZER know-how for technical support
  • Wide range of matching accessories
    • Easy calculation and selection via BITZER SOFTWARE

Reliability and flexibility

  • All compressors are 100% factory-tested
  • Integrated mechanical capacity regulation (CR) and start unloading (SU)
  • Suitable for wide-range VSD operation
  • Easy parallel operation of compressors due to internal discharge check valve

Accessories

Compressor-related accessories

  • Matching explosion-proof couplings
  • Matching coupling housings
  • Explosion-proof solenoid coils for multiple supply voltages
  • Wide range of suction and discharge bushings and discharge gas shut-off valves
  • Adaptor and shut-off valve for economiser connection

System-related accessories

  • Explosion-proof oil separators:
    • Explosion-proof oil separators for synthetic refrigerants: OA..EX series
    • Explosion-proof oil separators for NH3: OA..AEX series