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RECIPROCATING PRODUCTS

BDC-12H
Reciprocating Process Compressor

The Dresser-Rand business Rugged Performer stress-relieved and heat-treated. All journals
BDC reciprocating process The BDC-12H is capable of up to 8,225 and crankpins are precision ground and
compressor has earned a horsepower (6133 kW), offering a sizeable polished to exacting tolerances.
reputation for superior solution to many process requirements.
Designed to API-618 specifications, the Rugged, precision-machined aluminum
reliability. With more than
BDC-12H is available in standard stroke main bearings and steel-backed aluminum
1,200 units shipped worldwide,
sizes of 8.5 to 12 inches (216 to 305 mm) crankpin bearings are generously sized and
the BDC process compressor
with two, four, or six throws. micro-babbit coated for best run-in and
is an excellent choice for a
long-lasting service. Bearings are located
variety of process gas For long-lasting reliability, the BDC-12H on both sides of each pair of crankthrows.
applications. frame is engineered to our highest All bearings are forced-lubricated to API-
standards. The fine-grain, cast iron frame 618 specifications. Connecting rods are
provides maximum stability through the use die-forged steel with rifle-drilled passages
of heavily ribbed walls and bearing saddles. for positive lubrication of the crosshead pin
The frame’s rigid design is further enhanced and bearings.
with precision spacer blocks and tie rods
above each bearing saddle. This greatly The standard crossheads are nodular iron,
reduces distortion caused by gas and equipped with adjustable aluminum shoes
inertia forces. To ensure precise bearing at both the top and bottom. Cast steel
alignment, the bearing saddles are bored in crossheads are also available.
a single set-up. All frame and distance piece inspection and
Designed and Built with Precision service openings are large enough to permit
Every BDC is built with a fixed crank design, easy access. The frame-to-frame extension,
which reduces couples. The balanced- frame-extension-to-distance piece, and
opposed design provides for as many as six distance-piece-to-cylinder bolting are
cylinders, requiring a relatively small external, making bolt tensioning easy and
foundation. The crankshaft is forged from accurate.
high tensile strength steel alloy, which is fully

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Outstanding Cylinder
Design and Selection
Each cylinder is designed with the capability Specifications
of loading to the frame’s maximum Maximum HP 8,225 (6133 kW)
allowable continuous rod load. All cylinder Standard Strokes 8.5 to 12 inch (216 to 305 mm)
bolting, piston nut, and valve differential
Number of Throws 2, 4, or 6
pressures meet these design criteria. This
permits future flexibility if process conditions Cylinder Bore Range 5 to 38.5 inches (127 to 902 mm)
change or the compressor is reapplied for
another application.
Our engineering expertise ensures that each
cylinder built for your application will provide BDC-12H Typical Length (L) Dimension
maximum performance and reliability with Throws 2 4 6
minimum maintenance cost. Cylinder Inches 77 132 187
materials include cast iron, nodular iron,
Centimeters 196 335 475
cast steel, fabricated carbon steel, stainless
steel, and forged steel. Most cylinders are
available for either lubricated or non-
lubricated service.
Dimensions
Dimensions provided are typical, basis API
Type B distance pieces. For API Type C & D
distance pieces add 34 inches (86 cm) to
the width dimension and 17 inches (43 cm)
to the rod removal distance.
• Average width: 270 inches (686 mm)
• Average height: 57 inches (144 mm)
• Average piston removal distance: 80
inches (203 mm)

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