Complete collection of reciprocating compressor tools for sizing, rod load analysis, capacity control, and performance calculations per API 618 and GPSA standards.
Size single and multi-stage compressors with stage-by-stage calculations and BHP estimation.
Calculate compression and tension rod loads, verify rod reversal, and check frame load limits.
Calculate VE from clearance volume, compression ratio, and gas properties. Predict capacity changes.
Analyze clearance pocket and unloader effects on capacity and power consumption.
Predict discharge temperature from suction conditions, compression ratio, and efficiency.
Rapid power estimation based on compression ratio and gas gravity for budgetary sizing.
Calculate Z-factor, k-value, molecular weight, and density at compressor conditions.
Convert between actual and standard flow rates at different pressure and temperature conditions.
Visualize and analyze pressure-volume diagrams for troubleshooting and performance verification.
Calculate overall and per-stage compression ratios, determine optimum number of stages.
Calculate pulsation frequencies, acoustic velocity, resonant pipe lengths, and bottle sizing estimates.
Compare compressor types based on flow range, pressure ratio, efficiency, and application.
Variable flow, moderate ratios, field locations
High pressure ratio, varying well conditions
Continuous duty, high reliability requirements
How recips work: suction, compression, discharge cycle, TDC/BDC, and piston motion.
Frame, distance piece, crosshead, cylinders, pistons, valves, and packing systems.
Stage determination, power estimation, cylinder selection, and clearance effects.
P-V diagrams, indicator cards, volumetric efficiency, and rod load calculations.
Clearance pockets, unloaders, speed variation, and load step optimization.
Rod load formulas, pulsation analysis, HP calculations, and design rules of thumb.
Pulsation bottles, acoustic resonance, API 618 requirements, and troubleshooting.
Calculate gas density with compressibility factor for compressor inlet conditions.
PVT calculations for preliminary compressor analysis and verification.
Size suction scrubbers, interstage separators, and discharge knockout drums.
Size suction and discharge piping for compressor stations.
Size recycle valves and bypass control valves for compressor service.
Size intercoolers and aftercoolers for multi-stage compression systems.