AGCD-185D II B VP Screw Air Compressor, Specifically Designed for Factory Energy-Saving Retrofits; Two-Stage Compression Saves 30%+ on Electricity Costs
The AIRERA AGCD-185D II B VP screw air compressor is a energy-control powerhouse engineered exclusively for large-scale factory energy transitions and system retrofits. Addressing the common points of legacy air networks—namely high energy consumption and wasteful frequent unloading—this model seamlessly integrates cutting-edge two-stage compression technology with high-precision Variable Frequency Drive (VP) control.
The machine monitors subtle airflow fluctuations within the plant's piping network in real time, precisely adjusting output to eliminate idling energy waste. Compared to traditional, aging single-stage units, it drives a comprehensive electricity cost reduction of over 30%. With its exceptional ROI and rock-solid reliability, it stands as the definitive upgrade solution to help large manufacturers slash exorbitant power bills and achieve low-carbon, smart transformations.
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Reliable hydraulic intake valve
The high-efficiency intake valve adopts hydraulic control, which makes the work more stable and reliable, avoids the regular replacement of pneumatic components, and reduces unnecessary downtime and maintenance costs.

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Efficient after cooler
The cooler adopts a new type of threaded finned tube shell-and-tube heat exchanger, and the compressed air goes inside the tube. The advantages are as follows: a. The compressed air goes through the tube, which improves the pressure bearing capacity compared with the outer finned tube.
- Independent air intake system
Independent air intake ensures that the intake air temperature is equal to the ambient temperature. Large-capacity air filter is used to achieve better filtering effect, lower intake pressure loss, and energy saving and high efficiency. Maintenance and replacement are more convenient.
| ITEM | UNIT | MODEL AGCD-185II VP |
|---|---|---|
| Air capacity | m³/min | 17.54-43.85|15.80-39.50|13.06-32.90|11.16-27.90 |
| Working pressure | MPa | 0.7~1.3 |
| Compressor type | Oil inject dual stage screw compressor | |
| Cooling type |
Air cooling |
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| Driven type | Direct driven | |
| Inlet status Temperature | ℃ | ≤45 |
| Inlet status Pressure | MPa | Atmospheric pressure |
| Inlet status Relative humidity | ≤90% | |
| Noise Level | dB(A) | ≤79 |
| Residual oil content | ppm | ≤2 |
| Drive rotor speed | rpm | 1500 |
| Compressed air outlet temperature | ℃ | Ambient temperature+10 |
| Cooling air flow | m3/hr | 16200 |
| Control mode | Intelligent controller | |
| Safety valve set pressure | MPa | 0.77-1.43 |
| Lubricating oil volume | L | 110 |
| Lubricating oil brand | ROTORCOMP | |
| Compressed air outlet connection | DN80 | |
| Dimension L | mm | 3150 |
| Dimension W | mm | 1800 |
| Dimension H | mm | 2100 |
| Net Weight | kg | 2800 |
| Motor Model | YPM-315L1-8 | |
| Motor Speed | rpm | 1500 |
| Motor Rated Power | KW | 185 |
| Motor Service factor | 1.2 | |
| Motor Protection type | IP55 | |
| Motor Efficiency | IE3 | |
| Motor Startup mode | Frequency conversion starting | |
| Motor Voltage | V | 80-200 |
| Motor Frequency | Hz | 50 |
| Motor Rated current | A | 338 |
| Motor Weight of motor | kg | 1460 |

This is achieved through the powerful combination of "two-stage compression" and "intelligent Variable Frequency Drive (VP)." First, the two-stage air end inherently saves 10% to 15% of energy compared to traditional single-stage models. Second, the built-in high-precision VFD control system adjusts the motor speed in real time based on actual factory air demand, completely eliminating the power waste caused by the frequent "idling" of legacy compressors. Additionally, the VFD soft-start prevents current spikes during startup. This two-pronged approach delivers a comprehensive energy saving of over 30% in factory retrofits.
For high-power equipment like a 185 kW unit, electricity accounts for over 80% of its total lifecycle cost. If a factory replaces an aging single-stage compressor that runs 16 to 24 hours a day with this model, a 30% energy saving translates to hundreds of thousands of yuan in annual power bill reductions. Under most heavy-use conditions, enterprises can fully recoup the machine's retrofit cost within 12 to 18 months purely through energy savings, turning subsequent operations into pure financial return.
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