Name: Ingersoll Rand 47642703001 37952389 Thermostatic Valve Kit
Brand: Ingersoll Rand
SKU: 18550
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Introduction

The Ingersoll Rand 47642703001 37952389 Thermostatic Valve Kit combines an extended preventive-maintenance reference with a dedicated temperature-control component for compatible screw compressor systems. 47642703001 identifies an 8,000-hour air-cooled preventive maintenance kit for older Cobra M132-160 compressors, while 37952389 is catalogued as a thermostatic valve kit.

Temperature management is fundamental to the reliable operation of an oil-injected screw compressor. Compressor lubricant must remain within an appropriate operating range to perform its lubrication, cooling, and sealing functions effectively. The thermostatic valve helps regulate this condition by controlling the path of oil through the cooling circuit.

During cold operation, the valve can bypass the oil cooler so that the lubricant reaches operating temperature more quickly. As temperature rises, the valve changes the oil-flow path to provide the required cooling effect. This automatic response helps the compressor maintain a more stable thermal operating condition.

37952389 is therefore an important service component when temperature regulation becomes inconsistent or the thermostatic mechanism no longer responds correctly. Maintaining the correct valve helps reduce the risk of abnormal oil-temperature conditions and supports dependable compressor performance.

The relationship between 47642703001 and 37952389 should be interpreted carefully. The first number identifies an air-cooled preventive-maintenance package, while the second identifies a separate thermostatic valve kit. Available references do not establish that 37952389 is necessarily included in every 47642703001 package, so the applicable compressor bill of materials should be verified before purchasing on that assumption.

Because Ingersoll Rand uses multiple thermostatic-valve references, correct identification is essential. Catalogue references list 37952223, 37952231, 37952272, 37952298, 37952314, 37952348, 37952389, 37952397, 37952405, and 37952413 as distinct thermostatic-valve or thermostatic-element references.

For maintenance teams, selecting the correct 37952389 configuration and following the applicable service procedure can help restore dependable temperature control while avoiding unnecessary replacement of unrelated compressor components.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Ingersoll Rand
Maintenance Package Number	47642703001
Maintenance Interval	8,000 hours
Maintenance Package Application	Older Cobra M132-160 air-cooled screw compressors
Component Number	37952389
Product Type	Thermostatic Valve Kit
Primary Function	Compressor oil-temperature regulation
Control Function	Regulates oil flow through the cooling circuit
Cold-Oil Operation	Allows cooler bypass during cold conditions
Temperature Set Point	Application-specific; verify applicable parts documentation
Flow Characteristics	Application-specific
Valve Body Material	Application-specific
Seal Material	Application-specific
Connection Details	Application-specific
Dimensions	Application-specific; verify applicable parts documentation
Weight	Application-specific; verify applicable parts documentation
Installation	Follow applicable Ingersoll Rand service procedure
Compatibility	Verify compressor model, serial number, and temperature-control configuration
Package Contents	Verify against the applicable kit bill of materials

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Frequently Selected Alternatives

Model	Product Name
37952397	Thermostatic Valve Kit
37952405	Thermostatic Valve Kit
37952413	Thermostatic Valve Kit
37952314	Thermostatic Valve Kit

Where It Excels in Industrial Use

8,000-Hour Air-Cooled Maintenance: 47642703001 is identified as an 8,000-hour air-cooled preventive maintenance kit for older Cobra M132-160 screw compressors.
Temperature Control Service: 37952389 is catalogued as an Ingersoll Rand thermostatic valve kit for compatible screw compressor applications.
Lubricant Temperature Management: The thermostatic valve regulates oil flow through the cooler so the lubricant can reach its intended operating temperature efficiently.
Cold-Start Protection: When compressor oil is cold, the thermostatic valve can bypass the oil cooler, helping the lubricant warm more rapidly before normal cooling control is established.
Preventive Cooling-System Maintenance: A correctly matched valve kit supports reliable temperature regulation and helps maintain stable compressor operation.

Key Strengths at a Glance

Dedicated Thermostatic Valve Kit: 37952389 is consistently identified as a thermostatic valve kit for Ingersoll Rand compressor equipment.
Automatic Oil-Flow Regulation: The valve controls whether lubricant is directed through or around the oil cooler according to operating temperature.
Supports Stable Lubricant Temperature: Proper temperature control helps the compressor lubricant perform its cooling, lubrication, and sealing functions effectively.
Maintenance-Focused Design: The kit provides a targeted solution when the thermostatic valve requires service rather than automatically replacing the complete cooling circuit.
Configuration-Specific Fitment: Ingersoll Rand uses several thermostatic-valve references, so compressor model and serial number should be confirmed before installation.

Technical FAQs

1. What is Ingersoll Rand 37952389?

37952389 is an Ingersoll Rand thermostatic valve kit used on compatible screw compressor applications.

2. What is 47642703001?

47642703001 is an 8,000-hour air-cooled preventive maintenance kit for older Cobra M132-160 screw compressors.

3. What is the relationship between 47642703001 and 37952389?

47642703001 identifies the preventive-maintenance package, while 37952389 identifies a thermostatic valve kit. The two numbers do not by themselves prove that 37952389 is included in the 47642703001 package.

4. What does the thermostatic valve do?

The thermostatic valve regulates compressor-oil flow according to temperature, directing oil through or around the cooler as required.

5. Why is oil temperature control important?

Maintaining appropriate oil temperature supports effective lubrication, cooling, and sealing while helping prevent undesirable operating conditions caused by excessively cold or hot lubricant.

6. What happens when compressor oil is cold?

The thermostatic valve can bypass the oil cooler, allowing the oil to warm more quickly instead of immediately sending the full flow through the cooler.

7. What symptoms can indicate a faulty thermostatic valve?

Abnormally high or low oil temperature, slow warm-up, unstable temperature behavior, or inadequate cooling performance can indicate that the valve requires inspection.

8. Can 37952389 be replaced by 37952397?

No automatic interchangeability should be assumed. Both numbers are associated with thermostatic-valve products, but Ingersoll Rand catalogues them as distinct references.

9. Should the oil cooler be inspected when replacing the valve kit?

Yes. The cooler, oil passages, sealing surfaces, connections, and associated temperature-control components should be inspected for contamination, leakage, corrosion, or damage.

10. Can a universal thermostatic valve be substituted for 37952389?

No. Opening temperature, flow characteristics, physical configuration, sealing arrangement, and compressor-specific operating requirements must all be compatible before substitution.

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