Why Compressors Fail - No Compressor Overload
15 December 2009
This is Part 5 of an article series from Danfoss called 'Why Compressors Fail'. The series focuses on what causes compressor failure and how it can be handled.
One of the most common and simplest of causes of compressors failure is due to the plant electrics not having a compressor overload fitted. When large Semi-Hermetic or Hermetic compressors are fitted to systems where the compressor contactor has no overload fitted, the compressor is left wide open to liquid washout, Valve breakages or even full blown Smash Ups.