The Tornado series consists of the three-stage WP3215 and the four-stage WP 4325. Each of these is available in the “Basic-Version” – a compressor with motor and an optional separate control unit – and in the “Comsilent-Version” – a complete, ready-to-operate system with soundproof canopy.

Technology from WP5000

The vertical arrangement of the running gear and the star-arrangement of the cylinders are particularly noteworthy features of the completely newly designed series. The design principle has been adopted from the water-cooled WP 5000 Navy compressor that is used in submarines, frigates and aircraft carriers. It is distinguished by the very small amount of space required, and for the extremely low values for vibration and sound due to an almost perfect balancing of the free inertial forces.

Optimal results for the air-borne sound and recooling temperature of the compressed air are obtained by virtue of the arrangement of the high-performance axial-flow fan, together with the recooler and after-cooler, in flow-optimised housing. This design was specially developed for the Tornado series.

The low outlet temperature of 5°C above ambient, as well as a maximum 3mg/m3 residual oil content, considerably reduce the expenditure required for downstream filtration and/or increase its service life.

The direct drive, pressure-lubrication and slide bearing of the crankshaft, together with the beneficial design and robustness adopted from the practice-proven WP 4331 to WP 4351 Sauer high-pressure compressors, ensure exceptionally reliable and low-maintenance operation with maintenance intervals that are far longer than those of the competition.

Special designs for special solutions

The “Comsilent-Version” of a modern compressor station. Fully automatic electronic control, noise insulation down to 72dB (A) at a distance of has everything presently required 1m, integrated filter, demistor and condensate collector tank. The width of less than 800mm width allows it to be conveniently brought through any door, the maintenance points are easily accessible through a side maintenance hatch or a front side designed as a door.

Compressors of the Tornado series can naturally also be supplied fitted out for special applications, for example as a gas-tight version for compressing helium, or for use in explosion-protected zones in compliance with ATEX regulations.