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    Substitute for vegetable fiber gasket

    I have an control oil system. Normal pressure is 150 psig and 200degrees F. Oil is used for controlling valves on a Turbine. The oil is always found on the floor (10-15gal over 3 months). Need to find a substitute for vegetable fiber gasket. Anybody has any suggestion. THanks
  2. bopsyseng

    increasing Vibrations

    We recently refurbished a 1750hp motor as part of Preventative Maintenance. After the installation of motor the vibs increased from 0.2ips to 0.63ips over 7 hour period. The problem was assiciated with the insulation plate. After fixing the insulation plate the uncoupled motor vibs were 0.065ips...
  3. bopsyseng

    Oil level in the vertical motor lower bearing

    I have large (1750 hp)vertical AC motor on a pump. The oil gauge has standstill level and operating level bands. Before starting the motor the oil level was at the middle of standstill level however, after starting the motor the oil is 1/2" higher than top of the operating level band. No leaks...
  4. bopsyseng

    Need vibration limits on large AC vertical motors

    I have a large AC motor (1750HP, 1800 rpm) installed vertically. every time it trips the vibs goes up by 0.1ips Started with 0.3ips after two trips 0.5ips. how long can I continue before s/d the motor and get it balanced.

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