DECHUAN manufactures the Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor for industrial plant engineers seeking to purchase direct-drive air systems directly from our factory floor. Operating across 7 kW to 22 kW power ranges, this industrial unit utilizes asymmetrical rotor geometry to deliver up to 11% higher volumetric displacement per kilowatt. It lowers baseline electrical consumption by 12% to 30% while restricting downstream lube carryover strictly below 3–5 ppm for uninterrupted 24/7 assembly line operations.
As a trusted China manufacturer, DECHUAN offers the Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor to help facility operators eliminate electrical waste in continuous air production. By integrating V-Shield plane-sealed O-ring technology, the internal fluid system prevents structural pressure leaks even under harsh thermal stress.
This Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor replaces threaded fittings with V-Shield flat-face O-ring flange couplings fitted with 70 Shore A Viton seals.
Flange couplings can be disassembled and re-torqued during oil changes without distorting mating faces.
O-ring seats maintain seal integrity under 13 bar working pressures and severe vibration.
Multi-stage air-oil separation limits oil carryover below 3–5 ppm, preserving air tool seals downstream.
| Model |
Rated Power
kW
|
Max Pressure
barg
|
Air Delivery (FAD*)
m³/min-50Hz
|
Overall Dimension (L x W x H)
mm
|
Weight
kg
|
| i Standard Unit Performance | |||||
| RM7i_A | 7.5 | 7.5 | 1.22 | 716 x 677 x 1061 | 222 |
| 8.5 | 1.14 | ||||
| 10 | 1.00 | ||||
| 12.5 | 0.81 | ||||
| RM11i_A | 11 | 7.5 | 1.69 | 225 | |
| 8.5 | 1.58 | ||||
| 10 | 1.41 | ||||
| 12.5 | 1.23 | ||||
| RM15i_A | 15 | 7.5 | 2.50 | 984 x 1017 x 1065 | 465 |
| 8.5 | 2.40 | ||||
| 10 | 2.07 | ||||
| 12.5 | 1.70 | ||||
| RM18i_A | 18.5 | 7.5 | 3.10 | 993 x 1020 x 1118 | 509 |
| 8.5 | 3.00 | ||||
| 10 | 2.61 | ||||
| 12.5 | 2.15 | ||||
| RM22i_A | 22 | 7.5 | 3.70 | 524 | |
| 8.5 | 3.41 | ||||
| 10 | 3.08 | ||||
| 12.5 | 2.72 | ||||
| Model |
Rated Power
kW
|
Max Pressure
barg
|
Air Delivery (FAD*)
m³/min
|
Overall Dimension (L x W x H)
mm
|
Weight
kg
|
| n Standard Unit Performance | |||||
| RM7n_A | 7.5 | 12.5 | 1.18 | 840 x 680 x 810 | 169 |
| RM11n_A | 11 | 12.5 | 1.65 | 182 | |
| 1. Air Delivery (FAD*) (volumetric flow) is the operating parameter of the complete unit, tested in accordance with Appendix C of ISO 1217:2009. | |||||
Standard air-cooled induction motors lose efficiency when ambient air temperatures rise in closed compressor rooms. The IP66 oil-cooled permanent magnet motor uses synthetic compressor fluid as a cooling medium, circulating it directly through the stator cooling jacket.
| Technical Metric | IE3 Fixed Speed | IE5 ECO-PM VSD |
|---|---|---|
| Protection Rating | IP55 | IP66 (Oil-Cooled) |
| Thermal Insulation | Class F | Class H |
| Speed Regulation | Single Speed | Stepless (40%–100%) |
| Pressure Fluctuation | ±0.5 bar or higher | Precise (±0.1 bar) |
Class H insulation enables continuous motor operation at 180°C internal temperatures without demagnetizing the neodymium-iron-boron magnets, holding header pressure within ±0.1 bar during rapid consumption changes.
Customizable Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor electrical panels support global grid voltages (220V to 440V at 50Hz or 60Hz) without requiring external transformers.
Supplies constant line pressure for air-actuated stamping clamps and robotic arms.
Low oil carryover protects cleanroom pneumatic cylinders and capsule filling equipment.
Drives pneumatic chucks and automated sheet feeders during heavy machining operations.
Powers high-speed bottling and bag sealing lines requiring stable pressure.
Rotary screw compression efficiency depends on minimizing air backflow between male and female rotor interlobes. Standard symmetric rotors allow high-pressure air to re-enter lower-pressure intake chambers during compression, generating excessive friction heat and losing shaft power. The asymmetrical 5:6 rotor profile within this compressor optimizes fluid containment during rotation, delivering up to 11% more discharge air volume per kilowatt-hour of consumed energy.
| Energy Efficiency Metrics | Performance Value |
|---|---|
| Rotor Mechanical Efficiency | Up to +11% Improvement |
| Discharge Volumetric Yield | Up to +11% Increase |
| Overall Electrical Cost Savings | 12% to 30% Savings |
| Downstream Lube Oil Limit | Below 3–5 ppm |
When connected to plate heat exchangers, the lubricant oil loop transfers thermal energy into factory water circuits. Facilities can heat boiler feedwater or process water up to 70°C without burning additional natural gas.
DECHUAN maintains complete spare parts support for the Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor to ensure long-term site reliability.
Factory-matched 2,000-hour and 4,000-hour filter and separator kits shipped in single maintenance boxes.
Genuine replacement filters feature laser-etched serial numbers for online authenticity checks.
Supported by PartsCARE component delivery and PackageCARE full-coverage maintenance programs.
The IE5 permanent magnet VSD alters motor RPM across a 40% to 100% speed range. When line pressure drops by 0.05 bar, the drive accelerates the motor within milliseconds to restore header pressure to the ±0.1 bar setpoint.
First, check the differential pressure gauge across the air-oil separator element. If the pressure drop exceeds 0.8 bar, replace the separator element and inspect the oil return line scavenge orifice for debris clogging.
The Low-Energy RM Screw Air Compressor's non-welded top cooler utilizes mechanical expansion joints instead of rigid welded headers. This allows core tubes to expand and contract freely during thermal cycles without cracking header joints.