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TurboTwin™ T100 Series Air Starters

Uncompromising Performance and Reliability for Large Engines up to 300 Liters



Large engines doing big jobs cannot afford starting problems. This is why the TurboTwin™ T100 Series has been designed for ultimate reliability, durability and long life. Long cranking cycles, contaminated air, and improper maintenance - a starter's worst enemies - have almost no effect on the T100.   That's because the T100's superior design effectively manages these problems. Here's how :

Ready For The World's Most Contaminated Air
The T100's vaneless turbine motor has no rubbing vanes to stick, swell, or wear out - wet air or gas have no effect on internal parts. Contaminated air that clogs, damages and shuts down lesser units passes through TurboTwin's "open air path" design. Even sour natural gas is no match for the T100's corrosion-resistant interior. It all adds up to unmatched reliability - regardless of the conditions you operate in.

Aerodynamic Speed Control Permits Longer Cranking…and No Burnout
Long crank cycles are a reality that can burn out the gearbox of lesser-grade starters. TurboTwin's design has eliminated the automatic trip valve (ATV) providing precise aerodynamic control over motor speed. TurboTwin's lower gear ratios reduce starter workload and allow cool running that prevents starter burnout.

No Compromise On Any TurboTwin™ Part
T100 uses only high-quality, high-strength steel and aluminum alloys machined to the industry's tightest tolerances. There's no cutting corners, and definitely no plastic parts as used in other turbine air starters.

Fewer Moving Parts Means Fewer Repairs
T100 features half the moving parts found on other turbine air starters. The design yields greater reliability, reduces overhaul, and minimizes potential part repair costs.



No Oil Means Easier EPA Compliance, Reduced Maintenance And A More Reliable Starter
The T100 is grease-packed for life so there is no need for oil lubrication, no oily fugitive exhaust emissions, and no maintenance required.

More Power, Faster Starts
TurboTwin™ produces up to 25% more horsepower and superior turbine torque on a unit of air, and delivers faster cranking RPM for quick starts.

Ultra Low Pressure Starts
T100 can provide reliable starts at pressures as low as 30 psig making it ideal for field gas compressor applications and compressor rental fleet operators.

Lightweight
At 43-54 lbs., T100 is not only lighter and more compact than other starters in its class, but installation can be a one-man operation. The TurboTwin T100 is offered in a variety of nozzle and pinion configurations to meet your exact application requirements. See the following descriptions and specifications to select the appropriate model. Click here for the T100 Air Starters web page on TDI's web site.


TurboTwin™ T112-V / T121-V Engine Air Starter

For Pre-Engaged and Small-Space Mounting Environments
Starts engines up to 300 liters (18,000 CID)



T112-V / T121-V Specifications

Engines: Starts engines up to 300 liters (18,000 CID)
Design Configuration: Pre-Engaged; Offset; Overhung
Common Pinion Configurations: 6/8 Pitch, 12 tooth; 3.5 Module, 15 tooth
Mounting: SAE 3 Mounting Flange
Horsepower: 68 hp (50.75 kW) Cranking Power at only 150 psig (10.3 BAR)
Weight: 54 lbs. (23 kg)
Rotation: (Facing Pinion Orientation) Righthand/clockwise and Lefthand/counter clockwise
Air/Gas Supply: Compressed Air or Natural Gas
Lubrication: Grease-Packed for Life, None Required
Gear Ratio: 9.25:1
Custom: Other models and configurations available. Call MurCal for details.
Operating Pressure Range:

MODEL NOZZLES PSI BAR
T112-V
12 (standard)
40 - 150
2.7 - 10.3
T121-V
21 (low pressure)
40 - 90
2.7 - 6.2

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TurboTwin™ T109-P, T112-B and T121-B Engine Air Starters

The Most Popular T100 Configurations
Starts engines from 50 liters (3000 CID) up to 250 liters (15,000 CID)




T109-P, T112-B and T121-B Specifications

Engines: Starts engines from 50 liters (3000 CID) up to 250 liters (15,000 CID)
Design Configuration: Inline; Inertia-Engaged
Common Pinion Configurations: 6/8 Pitch, 12 tooth (2-inch pitch diameter pinion)
Mounting: SAE 3 Mounting Flange
Horsepower:
          T112-B: 80 hp (60 kW) Cranking Power at 150 psig (10.3 BAR) maximum
          T121-B: 80 hp (60 kW) Cranking Power at 90 psig (6.2 BAR) maximum
          T109-P: 60 hp (41 kW) Cranking Power at 150 psig (10.3 BAR) maximum
Weight: 48 lbs. (22 kg)
Rotation: (Facing Pinion Orientation) Righthand/clockwise and Lefthand/counter clockwise
Air/Gas Supply: Compressed Air or Natural Gas
Lubrication: Grease-Packed for Life, None Required
Gear Ratio: T112-B/T121-B: 7.5:1 and T109-P: 9.0:1
Custom: Other models and configurations available. Call MurCal for details.
Operating Pressure Range:

MODEL NOZZLES PSI BAR
T109-P
9
30 - 150
2.0 - 10.3
T112-B
12
60 - 150
4.1 - 10.3
T121-B
21
30 - 90
2.0 - 6.2

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TurboTwin™ T112-D / T121-D Engine Air Starters

Starts engines up to 250 liters (15,000 CID)

T112-D / T121-D Specifications

Engines: Starts engines up to 250 liters (15,000 CID)
Design Configuration: Inline; Inertia-Engaged
Common Pinion Configurations: 6/8 Pitch, 12 tooth (2-inch pitch diameter pinion)
Mounting: SAE D-Style Flange
Horsepower:
          T112-D: 80 hp (60 kW) at 150 psig (10.3 BAR) maximum
          T121-D: 80 hp (60 kW) at 90 psig (6.2 BAR) maximum
Weight: 70 lbs. (32 kg)
Rotation: (Facing Pinion Orientation) Righthand/clockwise and Lefthand/counter clockwise
Air/Gas Supply: Compressed Air or Natural Gas
Lubrication: Grease-Packed for Life, None Required
Gear Ratio: 7.5:1
Custom: Other models and configurations available. Call MurCal for details.
Operating Pressure Range:

MODELS NOZZLES PSI BAR
T112-D
12
30 - 150
2.0 - 10.3
T121-D
21
30 - 90
2.0 - 6.2

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TurboTwin™ T106-F / T112-F Engine Air Starters

An Economical Configuration of T100 for Medium-Range Engines from 20 - 50 liters
Starts engines up to 50 liters (3000 CID)

T106-F / T112-F Specifications

Engines: Starts engines up to 50 liters (3000 CID)
Design Configuration: Inline; Inertia-Engaged
Common Pinion Configurations: 6/8 Pitch, 12 tooth (2-inch pitch diameter pinion)
Mounting: SAE 3 Flange, Standard
Horsepower:
          T106-F: 44 hp (33 kW) at 150 psig (10.3 BAR) maximum
          T112-F: 44 hp (33 kW) at 90 psig (6.2 BAR) maximum
Weight: 42 lbs. (19 kg)
Rotation: (Facing Pinion Orientation) Righthand/clockwise and Lefthand/counter clockwise
Air/Gas Supply: Compressed Air or Natural Gas
Lubrication: Grease-Packed for Life, None Required
Gear Ratio: 7.5:1
Custom: Other models and configurations available. Call MurCal for details.
Operating Pressure Range:

MODELS NOZZLES PSI BAR
T106-F
6
60 - 150
4.1 - 10.3
T112-F
12
30 - 90
2.0 - 6.2

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Literature

T100 Sales Bulletin (pdf)
T100-V Specification Sheet (pdf)
T100-B Specification Sheet (pdf)
T100-P Specification Sheet (pdf)
T100-D Specification Sheet (pdf)
T100-F Specification Sheet (pdf)
T100 Installation and Operation Manual (for T100-V) (pdf)
T100 Installation and Operation Manual (for T100-B, T100-D, T100-P, T100-F) (pdf)

 

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