Dresser-Rand Magnum Valve

New benchmark for reliability and efficiency.

We have more than Proven to Run Longer Between Overhauls A high-strength thermo-plastic,
100 years of valve design and Valve performance and reliability are key to PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK), is used to
manufacturing leadership have compressor performance. By paying careful create low-mass sealing elements that
culminated in an innovative attention to reliability in every aspect of the withstand the high impact velocities that
design that sets new design, we’ve created a valve that can run occur during operation. It also handles high
benchmarks for reliability, long more than 50% longer than other valves temperatures, is compatible with most gas
life, efficiency, affordability, before needing service. We proved it in applications, and resists dirt, corrosion and
thousands of hours of tests, many at high liquid swelling. The PEEK sealing element
and short cycle times from
speeds and high temperatures, with a wide provides reliable performance in demanding
quote to shipment—the
range of gases. conditions while the streamlined flow path
Magnum® valve. Suitable for
optimizes the effective flow area.
all brands of reciprocating
compressors, the Magnum valve
can be configured for a wide
range of operating conditions
and virtually any gas process.

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Capscrew
Seat
High-strength, low-mass sealing element
Locating pins for precision assembly
Low-stress spring design
Optimized gas flow path
Guard
Optimize Efficiency
While designing for reliability we didn’t
neglect efficiency. The Magnum valve
uses a revolutionary new grid pattern—
so the seat, guard and lift areas are well
balanced.
Features
High-strength valve element
Applied to all brands of reciprocating compressors
Proven advanced valve element geometry
Common element for all valves
Nonmetallic valve element
Precision-guided element and springs
Streamlined flow path with optimized seat, guard
and lift areas
Custom valve selection using proprietary dynamic
valve analysis (DVA) software
Less Expensive to Own
Because the Magnum valve uses just a
few small, standardized components,
you’ll have lower inventory costs. Parts are
also readily available from Siemens Energy.
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Cross Section of Magnum Valve
The effective flow areas (EFA) are similar
to those of other valve types, so the
Magnum valve won’t compromise
performance. And because each
element operates independently, the
design automatically compensates for
non-uniform gas flow. This helps reduce
wear, while maximizing flow and
minimizing pressure losses.
Benefits
Operates at high compressor speeds and pressure differentials
Commonality of internal components and reconditioning practices
Reduces fatigue stresses for extended life while minimizing power losses
Reduces parts inventory
Increases interchangeability/availability of replacement parts
Minimizes replacement costs
Covers full spectrum of gas applications
Absorbs high impact velocities
Can be used for lube or nonlube
Increases reliability of moving parts for long-term operation
Optimizes effective flow area (EFA) and is more tolerant of particles and liquids in the gas
Optimizes valve performance and reliability
In many cases, the exceptionally low cost Customized To Your Application
of replacing Magnum valve parts will make We use proprietary dynamic valve
it more cost effective to outfit an entire analysis (DVA) software to custom
compressor with Magnum valves, rather design every Magnum valve to ensure
than continually replacing the expensive optimal performance and efficiency.
parts used by other valve types.
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