Tanabe Compressor

A Tanabe air compressor a vital piece of marine machinery, widely used aboard ships, particularly in engine rooms for providing starting air, service air, and control air.


📌 Key Features of This Tanabe Air Compressor:

  • Multi-stage, reciprocating type (usually 2 or 3 stages)

  • Belt or direct coupling with the motor (direct coupling in this case)

  • Intercoolers and aftercoolers between stages (internal, not externally visible)

  • Pressure gauges (clustered at the front) for monitoring air pressure at each stage and discharge pressure

  • Oil filters, oil separators, and safety valves for safe operation

  • Air intake filters (on top — dual canisters) to clean incoming air

  • Drain valves, control wiring, and indicator lights


📊 General Specs (Typical for Tanabe Compressors of this type)

Feature Spec Example
Type 2 or 3-stage, reciprocating
Pressure Rating 30–35 bar (Starting air systems)
Cooling Type Water-cooled or air-cooled
Capacity 20–160 m³/h (varies by model)
Motor Power 15–75 kW

📌 Application Areas:

  • Starting air for main engines and auxiliary engines

  • Emergency air supply

  • Service air for tools and maintenance

  • Control air for ship automation