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Piston Rings

& Expander
Bands
Maintenance Solutions
for Reciprocating Compressors

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With extensive experience, every cylinder


modernization project solution is unique. For the most
Technical Description
appropriate solution, a detailed engineering review is
Non-metallic rider bands are constructed from high-quality
conducted which includes a cylinder assembly layout
unique blends of high-performance PTFE-based
and a review of current cylinder operating conditions.
thermoplastic materials and resin-bonded composites.
Piston rings and rider bands provide a broad range of With extensive testing and field usage, these advance
proven DuraWear™ material formulations and product materials have demonstrated excellent durability and
designs that meet all client applications and performance reliability when compared with traditional materials.
needs.
Rider bands are available in angle cut; with radial, axial, or
side relief grooves; as solids; and in one-piece, and two-
DuraWear™ performance parts are constructed from
piece configurations.
unique, high-quality filled blends of thermoset and
thermoplastic resin-bonded composites such as Teflon®, Piston rings are available in straight and step cuts, in
PEEK®, and Vespel®. multiple configurations.

All material designs are not the same. Precise blending and
consistent manufacturing, in conjunction with proper
design and knowledgeable application, make all the
difference in achieving maximum compressor reliability
and availability.
Siemens Energy l Piston Rings & Expander Bands

Features & Benefits Support Services


• Works in most applications
& Implementation
• Increased performance, extended life, and reduced Typical manufacturing lead times range for standard parts
costs depending on the factory workload. Service center support
for installation of rings and bands is available.
• Allows easier break in
• Provides more tolerance for marginal or short-term
losses of cylinder lubrication Optional Services
• Reduces the risk of scoring a cylinder bore in the event Pre-expanded riders can be offered. They provide easy
of a total loss of cylinder lubrication installation without the need for an installation tool.
• Provides durability and reliability in any application
• Provides flexibility in applications
• Minimizes premature breakage on non-metallic piston
rings and rider bands
• Makes reciprocating compressors generally more
reliable and easier to maintain
Beneficial Features
• ­14 customized material blends
• Grades
­ have demonstrated superior performance in
hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, air, oxygen,
ethylene, methane, and propylene
• For virtually any gas with temperature ranging from
cryogenic to more than 300OF (149OC) and pressures
ranging from vacuum to more than 8,000 psi
(552 bar).

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