RKL 160 – oil-free rotary vane compressor
For tank vehicles carrying liquid products
The RKL 160 is an oil-free rotary vane compressor for pneumatic unloading of tank vehicles carrying liquid products. It is compact, light and can be installed flexibly.
With 116 to 154 m³/h and a constant pressure of up to 2.5 bar (g), it unloads quickly, cleanly and safely.
Flow rate
116 to 154 m³/h
Operating pressure
up to 2.5 bar (g)
Power requirement
6.5 to 8.6 kW
Weight
33 kg
Why the RKL 160?
An efficient cooling system with an aluminium fan wheel keeps the temperature stable even in continuous operation. Lifetime-lubricated bearings keep maintenance to a minimum.
- Oil-free rotary vane compressor for liquid tank vehicles
- Operating pressure 2.5 bar (g) across the entire speed range
- Optimised cooling, aluminium fan wheel and fan cowl
- Clockwise or anticlockwise rotation
- Variable mounting angles and positions of suction and discharge flanges
- Drive via hydraulic motor or directly via cardan shaft
- Lifetime-lubricated bearings
- Low weight, compact design
Application
Tank vehicles
Unloading liquid products with compressed air.
Food and chemicals
Oil-free air for sensitive liquids.
Compact vehicles
Little weight and space required on the vehicle.
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Technical data
| Feature | Unit | RKL 160 |
|---|---|---|
| Effective delivery | m³/h / cfm | 116–154 / 68–91 |
| Flow rate at 2 bar g / 28.4 psig | m³/h / cfm | 92–123 / 54–72 |
| Max. overpressure | bar g / psig | 2,5 / 35,5 |
| Speed range | rpm | 1200 – 1600 |
| Power requirement at 2 bar g / 28.4 psig | kW / hp | 6,5–8,6 / 8,9–11,7 |
| Weight | kg / lb | 33 / 73 |
Subject to technical changes.
Frequently asked questions
Why oil-free?
With food, plastic granules or chemicals, no oil may get into the goods being transported. Oil-free compressors rule out this risk.
How is the compressor driven?
Depending on the vehicle, via power take-off and cardan shaft, V-belt or hydraulic motor. We work out with you and the body builder which drive is right.
Who supplies, installs and maintains it?
We do. As CVS representative, we supply compressors and vacuum pumps, advise on installation in the vehicle and take care of maintenance and repairs.
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Which unit suits your vehicle?
The vehicle, the goods transported, the drive and the required unloading time determine the choice. We size the unit with you and your body builder and take care of the service.