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Centrifugal Compressor Performance Map

API 617 and ASME PTC 10

Performance Map Analysis
Generate interactive head-flow performance curves with speed lines, surge limit visualization, and operating point analysis per API 617 and ASME PTC 10.

Design Point Parameters

ACFM
Inlet actual cubic feet per minute
ft-lbf/lbm
RPM
%

Operating Point

ACFM
ft-lbf/lbm

Gas Properties

lb/lbmol
Cp/Cv
°F
psia

Surge Parameters

%
Typical: 10% minimum per API 617
%
Distance from surge to control line

Key Features

  • Interactive head-flow curve visualization
  • Multiple speed line generation using fan laws
  • Surge limit and control line calculation
  • Operating point analysis with surge margin
  • Efficiency contour estimation

Standards & References

  • API 617
    Axial and Centrifugal Compressors
  • ASME PTC 10
    Performance Test Code
  • GPSA Data Book
    Section 13: Compressors