Introduction
Ingersoll Rand 47572170001 is an 8000-hour preventive maintenance kit, while 47552954001 is a temperature control valve maintenance kit used with applicable R90–R160 compressor configurations.
Temperature management is a critical part of an oil-injected rotary screw compressor's operating system. Compressor lubricant performs several jobs simultaneously, including cooling, sealing, and lubrication. The temperature control valve helps direct lubricant through the appropriate cooling path so that the oil can operate within its intended thermal range.
For compressors running continuously in demanding industrial environments, temperature-control performance should not be treated as a secondary maintenance concern. A properly serviced valve assembly can help maintain predictable oil temperature behavior, support lubricant performance, and reduce the risk of temperature-related operating instability.
The 47552954001 maintenance kit provides a focused solution for servicing the temperature-control valve during planned maintenance, making it a useful complement to an extended compressor service program.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Ingersoll Rand |
| Preventive Maintenance Kit | 47572170001 |
| Temperature Control Valve Kit | 47552954001 |
| Product Type | 8000-Hour Preventive Maintenance Kit and Temperature Control Valve Maintenance Kit |
| Maintenance Interval | 8000 Hours |
| Temperature Valve Application | R90–R160 |
| Component Type | Temperature Control Valve Maintenance Kit |
| Primary Function | Lubricant Temperature Regulation |
| Main Performance Role | Cooling-Circuit Control |
| Secondary Function | Lubricant Thermal Management |
| Application | Industrial Rotary Screw Compressor |
| Kit Dimensions | Not specified in the available product data |
| Weight | Not specified in the available product data |
Recommended Companion Models
| Model | Product Name |
|---|
| 23424922 | Coolant Filter Element |
| 23545841 | Separator Tank Element |
| 39218193 | High-Temperature Motor Grease |
| 99289894 | Minimum Pressure Valve Repair Kit |
Frequently Selected Alternatives
| Model | Product Name |
|---|
| 47553880001 | Inlet Valve Service Kit |
| 47553881001 | Inlet Valve Service Kit |
| 47553882001 | Gearbox Maintenance Kit |
| 47555464001 | Water Cooler Seal Maintenance Kit |
Technical FAQs
1. What is Ingersoll Rand 47572170001 used for?
47572170001 is an 8000-hour preventive maintenance kit associated with applicable Ingersoll Rand compressor configurations.
2. What is Ingersoll Rand 47552954001?
47552954001 is a temperature control valve maintenance kit for applicable Ingersoll Rand R90–R160 compressor configurations.
3. What does the temperature control valve do in an oil-injected compressor?
The valve regulates the flow path of compressor lubricant through the cooling circuit, helping maintain oil at an appropriate operating temperature.
4. Why is compressor lubricant temperature important?
Lubricant temperature affects viscosity, cooling performance, sealing effectiveness, and the ability of the oil to protect internal moving components.
5. What can happen if the temperature control valve does not regulate correctly?
Improper valve operation can result in lubricant operating outside the intended temperature range, potentially affecting viscosity, cooling efficiency, and overall compressor performance.
6. What can cause a temperature control valve to malfunction?
Common contributing factors include component wear, contamination, deposits, damaged sealing elements, and deterioration of temperature-responsive components.
7. Can a temperature control valve maintenance kit be replaced with generic components?
Substitution should not be assumed to be acceptable. Valve characteristics, seals, temperature response, materials, and mechanical fit must be compatible with the specific compressor configuration.
8. What should be inspected during temperature control valve service?
The valve body, temperature-responsive element, sealing surfaces, O-rings, springs, passages, and surrounding oil-circuit components should be checked for wear, contamination, or damage.
9. How can abnormal oil temperature affect compressor operation?
Excessively high or low lubricant temperature can influence oil viscosity and heat transfer, potentially affecting lubrication, cooling, separation, and operating stability.
10. How should 47552954001 compatibility be verified?
Confirm the compressor model, serial number, temperature-control assembly, existing maintenance-kit identification, and applicable Ingersoll Rand parts information before ordering or installation.
