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Centrifugal compressor -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20) |
 | | Also called a radial blower, squirrel cage, or squirrel wheel compressor, a centrifugal compressor consists of an axle to which is mounted a cylindrical assembly of (A mechanical device that compresses gasses) compressor blades. |
 | | Centrifugal compressors are used throughout industry because they have few moving parts, are very energy efficient, and give higher airflow than a similarly sized (additional info and facts about reciprocating compressor) reciprocating compressor. |
 | | Centrifugal compressors are more suited to continuous-duty applications such as ventilation fans, air movers, cooling units, and other uses that require high volume but fairly low pressures. |
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